This matchup pits Gate.io against HTX as native exchanges with similar platform capabilities. The tension centers on asset depth, regulatory scope, and pricing clarity.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose if…
Choose Gate.io for a very broad asset catalog and a MiCA-compliant EU entity. You also get copy trading and staking alongside spot and futures.
Choose if…
Choose HTX if you value a long operating history and Dubai VARA regulation. You also access a proprietary trading platform.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
| Spreads From | N/A | N/A |
| Taker Fee | 0.20% | 0.20% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Gate.io | HTX |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Pass | Pass |
| Proof of reserves published | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Fail | Fail |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Fail | Fail |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Pass | Pass |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Pass | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
The scores are close: Gate.io rates 4/5 and HTX rates 3.8/5. Gate.io has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Neither Gate.io nor HTX requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Gate.io is regulated by CIMA, AUSTRAC. HTX is regulated by VARA, CIMA. Confirm a exchange's current regulatory status on the relevant regulator's public register before opening an account.
Minimum deposit and negative balance protection data are not confirmed for this pair. Check the regulatory body for each exchange, as the licence tier is a reliable proxy for client fund safety. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each exchange's site.
Gate.io offers up to 100:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus HTX's 200:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Both Gate.io and HTX charge the same commission of $0.2 per trade on applicable accounts. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
Gate.io supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while HTX supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Both provide Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Gate.io and HTX show similar security profiles in our data. For both exchanges, verify their current cold storage policy and whether they publish proof of reserves before depositing funds.
Both Gate.io and HTX offer staking according to our data. Compare the supported coins, lock-up periods, and estimated annual yields on each exchange before committing funds.
Both Gate.io and HTX list 500+ coins according to our data, making both strong choices for traders seeking broad crypto selection. Check each exchange's specific asset list for the exact coins available in your region.
Equally matched; both provide monthly proofs of reserves and comparable regulatory footprints.
Gate.io lists 1,700+ assets, far more than HTX's 600+.
Both Gate.io and HTX offer staking and yield-earning features, making them equally suited for passive crypto income strategies.
Equally matched; both feature no deposit or inactivity fees and similar futures fees.
Equally matched; the dataset shows no DeFi integration for either.
| N/A |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card |
|---|
| Withdrawal methods | CryptoBank transfer | CryptoBank transfer |
|---|
| Withdrawal Fee | Network fee only | Network fee only |
|---|
| Regulators | CIMA AUSTRAC MiCA | VARA CIMA AUSTRAC |
|---|
| Cold Storage | Yes | Yes |
|---|
| Proof of Reserves | Yes | Yes |
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| Staking | Yes | Yes |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | Yes | Yes |
|---|
| P2P Trading | No | No |
|---|
| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
|---|
| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | 2 offers |
|---|
Gate.io wins on editorial score, thanks to 1,700+ listed tokens versus HTX's 600+, reflecting broader asset coverage and a stronger overall evaluation.
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