INFRASTRUCTURE // RANKINGS
Top Exchange Rankings
Technical assessment based on matching engine performance, Proof of Reserves (PoR), and security architecture.
| Rank | Platform | Core Tech & Highlights | Liquidity | Compliance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 |
 Binance |
Global liquidity hub. Full asset transparency through zero-knowledge proofs.
|
9.9/10 | Global Leader |
2 |
 OKX |
Highest Web3 integration. Excellent self-custody wallet gateway.
|
9.6/10 | Web3 Pioneer |
3 |
 Coinbase |
The compliance benchmark. Primary entry point for global institutional investors.
|
9.2/10 | High (US/UK) |
4 |
 Kraken |
Legacy platform known for rigorous security standards and audited transparency.
|
9.0/10 | Licensed |
5 |
 Bybit |
Specialized in derivatives and extreme system stability for pro traders.
|
8.9/10 | Regional |
6 |
 Upbit |
Dominant gateway in South Korea with deep local fiat liquidity.
|
8.7/10 | High (KR) |
7 |
 Gate.io |
Vast selection of tokens and advanced decentralized financial services.
|
8.5/10 | International |
8 |
 HTX |
A decade of operation with full-spectrum blockchain services.
|
8.4/10 | Global |
9 |
 Bitget |
Leading growth in derivatives and social trading infrastructure.
|
8.3/10 | Compliant |
10 |
 KuCoin |
Known as the "People's Exchange" serving 200+ countries.
|
8.2/10 | Global |
11 |
 Bitfinex |
Professional-grade engine with deep institutional liquidity and lending.
|
8.1/10 | Established |
12 |
 MEXC |
Unmatched speed in supporting early-stage high-growth digital assets.
|
8.0/10 | Global |
13 |
 Crypto.com |
Bridging real-world payments and the decentralized ecosystem.
|
7.9/10 | Highly Regulated |
14 |
 Bitstamp |
The oldest European exchange, prioritizing reliability over hype.
|
7.7/10 | High (EU) |
15 |
 LBank |
Broad global presence with localized technical support services.
|
7.6/10 | International |
16 |
 Bithumb |
One of Korea's largest exchanges with significant KRW trading pairs.
|
7.5/10 | Compliant (KR) |
17 |
 Gemini |
Focused on security and US compliance for institutional custody.
|
7.4/10 | High (US) |
18 |
 WhiteBIT |
Rising European leader emphasizing transparency and user safety.
|
7.3/10 | EU Compliant |
19 |
Pioneering hybrid models that integrate platform governance into a DAO.
|
7.1/10 | Emerging | |
20 |
 Coincheck |
Major gateway for Japanese yen, serving the Asian regulated market.
|
7.0/10 | High (JP) |
How to Evaluate Exchange Security?
1. Proof of Reserves (PoR)
Supports Merkle Tree verification? Can users verify their assets on-chain?
2. Security Funds (SAFU)
Does the platform have a reserve fund to protect user principals during attacks?