Best Crypto Brokers
Comparison of the best cryptocurrency investing brokers available for Italian investors
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Data updated to January 2025.
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What to Look for When Buying Crypto
Below you will find the criteria you should pay attention to when selecting a crypto investment platform:
Transparency
One of the most important selection criteria is the issue of transparency, especially how to avoid hidden costs. The most common practices used by cryptocurrency exchanges to make fees less transparent to users include:
Lack of information on the exchange website about the fees charged, or information so hidden in the footer that it is difficult for beginners to find it. In these cases, the real costs become visible only after depositing money.
The fees are "hidden" in the spread. This means that only the purchase price and the amount of cryptocurrency received are shown, while to know the costs you have to calculate them yourself. Beware of providers that show "0% fees" during the purchase.
Many users want to transfer purchased cryptocurrencies to their personal wallet. Here too, some exchanges hide the costs related to the transfer or do not communicate them at all.
Commissions
When choosing a cryptocurrency exchange, you should pay special attention to the fees, as costs can arise at different stages. Here are the main types of fees that apply:
Trading Commissions
Trading fees are usually charged as a percentage of the amount traded. For example, the exchange may charge a 0.5% fee on the amount you want to convert from euros to the selected cryptocurrency.
Spread
Some providers apply additional costs, such as the so-called spread. In some cases, the spread is the only cost applied, as it already includes the exchange fees.
Deposit and withdrawal fees
Deposits are usually made via SEPA bank transfer. While standard bank transfers are free, some exchanges charge fees for this service as well. Also, if you use a currency other than the euro, there may be hidden fees for currency conversion.
If you want to transfer your cryptocurrencies to a personal wallet, withdrawal fees apply. Again, some exchanges are not transparent or charge high fees. The withdrawal fee is usually paid in the chosen cryptocurrency and can vary depending on the coin.
Other aspects
Safety
When you send cryptocurrencies, such as Bitcoin, there is no way to get them back. Unfortunately, some people exploit this feature to scam users by trying to access their accounts on exchanges.
We have therefore carefully analyzed the security measures offered by the various exchanges. Those that use two-factor authentication via apps (2FA-TOTP) are particularly secure. This method generates a temporary password that can only be used for a short time via apps such as Google Authenticator, Authy or Bitwarden.
An additional level of security is achieved when the exchange does not store the cryptocurrencies you purchase but sends them directly to your personal wallet. However, in this case, you should learn about cryptocurrency wallets and storage methods.
Cryptocurrency Transfer
For many users, it is important to be able to transfer purchased cryptocurrencies to their personal wallet. Most exchanges allow you to withdraw purchased coins for self-storage.
Every reputable exchange requires verification of the identity of its users. This process, known as KYC ("Know Your Customer"), involves identification via an ID document. Some exchanges only require a photo of the document, others a selfie with the document itself, while others allow verification via video call or bank transfer.
Company behind the exchange
We have thoroughly analyzed the suppliers to evaluate them based on the following criteria:
What is the company behind the exchange?
In which country is it registered?
Is it regulated by financial authorities?
How long has it been operating?
Products and features offered
Staking
Some exchanges offer the possibility of "stake" cryptocurrencies, that is, depositing coins to receive interest. However, we recommend that you do so from a personal wallet for greater security and lower costs.
Savings plans
Many exchanges allow you to invest a fixed amount at regular intervals. This is useful for those who do not want to worry about "market timing".
Payment Methods
SEPA transfer remains the best solution for depositing money, as it is usually free and safer. Methods such as credit cards or PayPal, although faster, involve high fees.