We assess cryptocurrency exchanges through hands-on, real-world testing. Each review covers 50+ checks grouped into five key pillars to deliver accurate and impartial scores.

How we test

Each exchange undergoes a 30-day evaluation in which our experts perform real trades, test funding and withdrawals, contact customer support, review security controls, and assess overall usability. We refresh reviews quarterly to reflect product changes and performance.

Commitment to transparency All reviews are conducted independently. We may earn a commission when you use some links, but this never influences our ratings or recommendations. Our scoring model is fully automated and reproducible.

Evaluation criteria

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Security

Cold storage, proof-of-reserves, 2FA and withdrawal allow-list.

Bug-bounty, incident history and compliance checks.

Liquidity

Order-book depth, volume and spreads across major pairs.

Slippage tests at fixed sizes and uptime during volatility.

Regulation

Licensing, KYC/AML, jurisdiction risk and consumer protection.

We review terms, audits and enforcement records.

User experience

Onboarding speed, funding & withdrawals, mobile/web UX.

Support response time and resolution quality.

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