In this head to head, NAGA and Plus500 compete on crypto depth, platform features, and regulation. The axis of tension centers on coin selection vs. simplicity.
NAGA and Plus500 are closely matched overall, but NAGA offers broader crypto coverage with 100 CFDs versus 15.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Equally matched; both are regulated and provide segregated funds.
Plus500 has no commissions and clear spreads.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.7/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
| Spreads From | 0.7 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| Taker Fee | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | $10/month (after 90 days) | $10/month (after 3 months) |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | NAGA | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
The scores are close: NAGA rates 3.8/5 and Plus500 rates 3.7/5. NAGA 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.
Plus500 lists a lower spread from 0.6, compared with NAGA's 0.7. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.
NAGA has no minimum deposit, while Plus500 requires at least $100. This makes NAGA more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both NAGA and Plus500 hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: NAGA has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
NAGA offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Plus500's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
NAGA supports MetaTrader 5, NAGA Trader, while Plus500 supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. NAGA has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and NAGA Trader. Plus500 has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Equally matched; neither provides DeFi access.
| Deposit Fee |
|---|
| Free |
| Free |
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrillApple Pay |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSCA BaFin CySEC | FCA ASIC MAS CySEC CMA |
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| Cold Storage | No | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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Score 3.7 / 5
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