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Updated October 17, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team

Gemini vs MEXC

Gemini scores 9.0 and MEXC 8.6 out of 10. Compare their differences and shared features below.
Gemini

Gemini

Higher score in this comparison

9.0/10
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MEXC

MEXC

8.6/10
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Where Gemini and MEXC differ

Gemini vs MEXC
CompareGeminiGeminiReviewVisitVisitMEXCMEXCReviewVisitVisit
Taker fee0.8%0.2%Lower
Coins listed761,500Higher
RegulatorsNMLS (US state money transmitter licensing), Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA)Comoros (international crypto licence)
Fiat deposit methodsCard, Bank, ACHCovers moreCard, Bank
Maker fee0.4%Not confirmed
Withdrawal feeCrypto withdrawal fees are dynamic and correspond to current network/gas fees; USD wire transfer out $252; Custody to Exchange crypto withdrawal $125Not confirmed

Same on both: Proof of reserves (Yes), Derivatives (Yes), Exchange type (Cex).

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Key differences

  • Gemini scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.6.
  • Regulators: only Gemini offers NMLS (US state money transmitter licensing), Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA).
  • Regulators: only MEXC offers Comoros (international crypto licence).
  • Founded is lower at Gemini: 2014 vs 2018.
  • Taker fee is lower at MEXC: 0.2% vs 0.8%.
  • Coins listed is higher at MEXC: 1,500 vs 76.
  • Fiat deposit methods: only Gemini offers ACH.
  • Support channels: only Gemini offers Help centre.
  • Features: only Gemini offers Self custody, Staking.

Our verdict on each

Gemini

Gemini carries US and Malta licences and a regulated central exchange setup with card, bank and ACH funding. It suits buyers who want derivatives alongside spot and who can settle for a coin list of 76 rather than the widest range on HodlCue.

Read the full Gemini review

MEXC

MEXC is a centralised crypto exchange known for listing more than 3,000 altcoins across spot and futures markets. It suits traders who want wide token choice with published reserve checks and beginner friendly app based access on iOS and Android.

Read the full MEXC review

Score breakdown

Gemini vs MEXC
AreaGeminiMEXC
Cost8.3Taker fees of 0.8% and maker fees of 0.4% on ActiveTrader run above the 0.2% median for tracked exchanges.Not confirmed
Offer9.4HigherThe platform combines custodial, self custody and staking accounts with derivatives trading on the same venue.8.9
Trust9.3Higher8.3

Licences and countries

Gemini vs MEXC
CountryGeminiMEXC
Malta
Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) MiCA CASP 2138002QAMX8PPKSO715
Not confirmed
United StatesNot confirmed

Choosing between them

Pick Gemini if fiat deposit methods matter most.

Pick MEXC if taker fee and coins listed matter most.

Feature by feature

Gemini vs MEXC
Fiat deposit methodsGeminiMEXC
CardYesYes
BankYesYes
ACHYesNo

Cost in a real example

Buy 1,000 of crypto and sell it again

Gemini

16

0.8% of 2,000

MEXC

4

0.2% of 2,000

MEXC comes out 12 lower in this example.

Worked out from the stated prices and rates; your own total depends on how you use it. Facts checked September 26, 2026.

Where these facts come from

Gemini

  • gemini.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
  • coingecko.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
  • esma.europa.eu: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
  • defillama.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026

MEXC

  • coingecko.com: 8 facts, checked September 26, 2026
  • mexc.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
  • defillama.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026

How they place

Gemini vs MEXC
RankingGeminiMEXC
Crypto exchanges2 of 29725 of 297
Crypto futures exchanges4 of 7815 of 78
Where to buy crypto3 of 17716 of 177

Every fact side by side

Gemini vs MEXC
FactGeminiMEXC
FeaturesCustodial, Self custody, StakingCovers moreCustodial
Legal entityGemini Intergalactic EU LtdMEXC Trading Platform
HeadquartersMaltaSeychelles
Founded2014Lower2018
Support channelsEmail, Help centre, CommunityCovers moreEmail, Community

Where each stands against the rest

Gemini vs MEXC
FactGeminiMEXCMedian
Taker fee0.8%highest quarter0.2%above the median0.15%
Coins listed76at the median1,500highest quarter76
Maker fee0.4%highest quarterNot confirmed0.1%

Median across 219 listed providers.

Pros and cons

Gemini

Pros

  • Regulated in the US and Malta, with NMLS (2403509) and MFSA (MiCA CASP 2138002QAMX8PPKSO715) references that can be checked.
  • Fiat deposits accept card, bank and ach, covering the card, bank and ACH routes most buyers use.
  • Proof of reserves is published, a practice shared by 79.4% of the exchanges tracked here.

Cons

  • Taker fees of 0.8% on ActiveTrader sit above the 0.2% median for tracked exchanges, and Gemini ranks 97 of 118 on that measure.
  • A coin list of 76 trails the 344.5 upper quartile across tracked exchanges, so deep long-tail trading stays limited.
  • Support runs on email, help centre and community only, and phone support is offered on just 44.7% of the brands tracked here.

MEXC

Pros

  • Lists more than 3,000 altcoins alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum
  • Covers 1,486 spot markets and 1,199 futures markets
  • Publishes a wallet address with real time reserve verification

Cons

  • Custodial model means the platform holds assets on your behalf
  • Service centres on app based access for iOS and Android

Who each suits

Gemini

Who it suits

  • US and Malta residents who want a licensed custodian rather than a self-custody-only setup.
  • Traders who want staking and derivatives next to spot trading on the same platform.
  • Buyers who fund by card, bank or ACH and read a proof of reserves disclosure.

Who should look elsewhere

  • Bitpanda, which lists from 650 coins and suits buyers chasing a longer coin list.
  • bunq, which charges 0.25% to 1.99% as a taker fee and suits cost-first traders.

MEXC

Who it suits

  • Traders seeking broad altcoin choice
  • Beginners wanting defined spot and futures markets

Who should look elsewhere

  • Holders wanting self custody wallets

Country by country

Gemini vs MEXC
CountryGeminiMEXC
ArgentinaYesNo
AustraliaYesNo
AustriaYesNo
BahamasYesNo
BelgiumYesNo
BermudaYesNo
BhutanYesNo
BrazilYesNo

8 of 65 countries where either is available.

Questions about each

Gemini

What does Gemini charge to trade?+

ActiveTrader pricing puts the taker fee at 0.8% and the maker fee at 0.4%. The taker rate sits above the 0.2% median for the exchanges tracked here, and Gemini ranks 97 of 118 on taker fee. Regular traders feel that more than occasional buyers.

Is Gemini regulated, and can the licences be checked?+

Yes. Gemini lists NMLS (US state money transmitter licensing) and Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) as its regulators. The US money transmitter licence is 2403509 and the Malta Financial Services Authority licence is MiCA CASP 2138002QAMX8PPKSO715, held by Gemini Intergalactic EU Ltd. The listed headquarters country is MT.

MEXC

What does MEXC offer?+

MEXC is a centralised exchange for buying, trading and earning crypto. It covers spot markets, futures markets and earn products alongside Bitcoin and Ethereum. The range focuses on crypto assets in one place.

What security measures does MEXC describe?+

MEXC describes three major measures to safeguard asset security. It publishes a wallet address and states that reserves are backed beyond a one to one level. Verification runs in real time and stays accessible at all times.

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