Two regulated brokers clash over crypto access and platform depth. The tension centers on asset ownership, custody options, and overall regulatory strength.
Swissquote edges NAGA on editorial score, due to stronger trust/regulation and broader instrument access.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose NAGA if…
Choose NAGA if you want 100 crypto CFDs and social Autocopy trading. You accept no phone support and non-transparent pricing.
Choose Swissquote if…
Choose Swissquote if you value phone support and transparent pricing. You get 20 crypto coins.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Swissquote holds FINMA licensing and strong client asset protections.
NAGA scores higher for fees, 3.5 versus Swissquote's 3.2.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.1/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $1,000 |
| Spreads From | 0.7 pips▼ lower | 1.7 pips |
| Taker Fee | N/A | N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | $10/month (after 90 days) | CHF 10/month (after 6 months) |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | NAGA | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| 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 | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: NAGA rates 3.8/5 and Swissquote rates 4.1/5. Swissquote 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.
NAGA lists a lower spread from 0.7, compared with Swissquote's 1.7. 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 Swissquote requires at least $1000. This makes NAGA more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both NAGA and Swissquote 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 Swissquote'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 Swissquote supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5. NAGA has exclusive access to NAGA Trader. Swissquote has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4.
Equally matched, as neither offers DeFi or Web3 features.
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FSCA BaFin CySEC | DFSA FCA FINMA |
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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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Dig deeper into each broker’s features, fees, and regulation.
Score 3.8 / 5
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