Coinsquare alternatives

Compare the best alternatives to Coinsquare for Canadian crypto traders.

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Updated 24 Aug 2023   |   Rates updated regularly

Comparing of 6 Coinsquare alternatives

Bitbuy

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Bitbuy

Highlights

  • Both exchanges offer reasonable trading and withdrawal fees.
  • Coinsquare has a slight advantage when it comes to the number of cryptos available.
  • Both exchanges are FINTRAC-registered. In addition, Bitbuy is approved by the OSC.

Pros

  • You can earn a signup bonus.
  • Competitive trading fees.
  • Assets are insured and held in cold storage.
  • User-friendly website and mobile app.

Cons

  • Deposit and withdrawal fees apply.
NDAX

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Highlights

  • Coinsquare’s fee structure is slightly more complicated than NDAX, which charges 0.2% on buys and sells.
  • Both exchanges are appropriate for beginner and intermediate crypto traders.
  • Both are registered and regulated by FINTRAC.
  • NDAX offers staking for a number of crypto tokens.

Pros

  • Competitive trading fees at 0.2% for both selling and buying cryptocurrencies.
  • Get 24/7 customer support.
  • Earn by referring a friend.

Cons

  • Other exchanges have a larger choice of digital assets to trade.
  • Only available to Canadian residents
CoinSmart

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Highlights

  • Coinsmart allows direct trading between any cryptocurrency which gives more flexibility to its users.
  • Trading fees and charges are simple and transparent on both exchanges.
  • Coinsquare’s minimum deposit is lower compared to that of Coinsmart.
  • Both exchanges are regulated and licensed by FINTRAC.

Pros

  • Low trading fees.
  • Deposits are cleared within the day.
  • Supports CAD, EUR, and USD.
  • Get 24/7 customer support.

Cons

  • Limited coins.
  • Fee applies to credit card and debit card deposits.
Newton

Highlights

  • Newton has no fees to fund or withdraw with CAD, whereas Coinsquare do charge fees depending on method.
  • Newton offers a larger choice of tokens compared to Coinsquare.
  • Both are based in Canada and registered with FINTRAC.

Pros

  • Clean user interface.
  • No commission fees.
  • Competitive spreads.
  • Earn $25 on its referral program.

Cons

  • Only accepts CAD deposits.
  • Verification times can be slow.
Shakepay

Highlights

  • Both exchanges are easy to use, especially for beginners.
  • There are more crypto investment options in Coinsquare. Shakepay only supports Bitcoin and Ethereum.
  • Unlike in Coinsquare, withdrawals are free on Shakepay.
  • Shakepay does not charge a trading fee, but there is a bid / ask spread.

Pros

  • Free transfers through Interac e-Transfer.
  • Commission-free.
  • Earn rewards.

Cons

  • Supports only Bitcoin and Ethereum.
  • Only available to Canadian residents
Kraken

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Kraken

Highlights

  • More cryptocurrencies are available on Kraken compared to Coinsquare.
  • Even though Kraken is based in the US, both exchanges are regulated by FINTRAC in Canada.
  • Offline cold storage is used by both exchanges.

Pros

  • Large selection of tokens to trade.
  • Earn rewards by staking eligible assets.
  • Access to a range of educational materials.

Cons

  • Limited options to fund your account.

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