Side-by-side exchange comparison
| Feature | Bitstamp | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| Country | UK | USA |
| Founded | 2011 | 2011 |
| Currencies | USD,EUR… | USD,EUR,CAD,GBP,JPY… |
| Deposit | SEPA,Bank wire,Astropay,Crypto,Debit card,Credit card,eCheck | SEPA,SWIFT,Bank wire,JPY Bank Transfer,Crypto |
| Withdrawal | SEPA,Bank wire,Debit card,Credit card,Crypto,Gold | SEPA,SWIFT,Bank wire,JPY Bank Transfer,Crypto |
| Rating | 3.5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 |
Both Bitstamp and Kraken are established exchanges with their own strengths. Your choice depends on your specific needs — fees, supported coins, and your country of residence.
Based on our editorial ratings: both scores higher (3.5/5 vs 3.5/5).
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