OKX Review
Global crypto exchange with deep liquidity and Web3 tools. Independent OKX review: 4.1/5 for crypto. Best for Advanced crypto and derivatives traders.
By Michael Hewitt, Founder & Editor-in-Chief. Rates last checked September 7, 2026.
Our verdict
Outside the U.S., OKX suits advanced traders with 300+ cryptocurrencies, 500+ trading pairs, and perpetuals, futures and options. U.S. users get spot trading only, with no derivatives, and it isn't available in every state, which is why it isn't rated higher. Regular spot fees are 0.20% maker and 0.35% taker.
Skip it if you're in the U.S. and want derivatives, or live in a state where OKX isn't available.
About OKX
Global crypto exchange with deep liquidity and Web3 tools. OKX is offered by OKX. Our editorial rating is 4.1 out of 5.
Best for: Advanced crypto and derivatives traders.
Editorial grade: B+ (composite score 81/100).
Highlights
- 300+ cryptocurrencies and 500+ trading pairs globally
- OKX Web3 Wallet with DEX aggregation across 80+ chains
- Advanced derivatives: perpetuals, futures, options (non-U.S.)
What we like
- Spot trading fees of 0.20%/0.35% maker/taker for regular users
- Powerful pro trading tools and copy trading
- OKX Earn with flexible and locked-term yields
Where it falls short
- U.S. (okx.com/us) offers spot only, with no derivatives
- Not available in all U.S. states
Fees, minimums, and rates
Monthly fee: 0.20%–0.35% (regular). Minimum to open: $10. Rates and fees last checked on September 7, 2026.
How we reviewed it
This is a desk review: we have not opened an account with OKX. It is built from OKX's published rates, fee schedule and terms and from the public complaint record, and compared with the other products in the Crypto shortlist. Our brokerage and robo-advisor reviews weight costs and fees (25%), platform and tools (20%), asset selection (15%), account types (10%), education and research (10%), customer support (10%), and trust and safety (10%). The rubric is the same for every brand.
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