The short version
- Coinbase: 3.4/5
- Binance: 3.1/5
- Coinbase scores higher overall, 3.4/5 against 3.1/5 for Binance.
Both scores come from the same fixed rules and public evidence. Nothing here is a paid placement: Blocklr has no affiliate or advertising deal with either company. Evidence was last checked on Sep 30, 2026.
Scores by category
| Category | Coinbase | Binance | Leads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security and trust | 3.8/5 | 2.4/5 | Coinbase |
| Fees | 0.6/5 | 4.4/5 | Binance |
| Features | 3.6/5 | 5.0/5 | Binance |
| Access | 5.0/5 | 1.2/5 | Coinbase |
| Support | 5.0/5 | 3.3/5 | Coinbase |
| Overall | 3.4/5 | 3.1/5 | Coinbase |
Key facts side by side
| Fact | Coinbase | Binance |
|---|---|---|
| Taker fee (base tier) | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Maker fee (base tier) | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Coins listed | 275 | 600 |
| US users | Yes | No |
| Proof of reserves | None | Self-published |
| Incidents since 2019 | 2 | 2 |
| Fines, bans or pleas since 2019 | 5 | 5 |
Which one fits you
Choose Coinbase if
- You care most about security and trust: Coinbase scores 3.8/5 against 2.4/5.
- You care most about access: Coinbase scores 5.0/5 against 1.2/5.
- You care most about support: Coinbase scores 5.0/5 against 3.3/5.
Choose Binance if
- You care most about fees: Binance scores 4.4/5 against 0.6/5.
- You care most about features: Binance scores 5.0/5 against 3.6/5.
See the evidence
Each review lists the points earned on every rule and links the source behind it: