Kraken Reviews
Established crypto exchange with 629 tradable coins, 516 of them directly against the euro. On the market since 2011, authorised in the EEA through Ireland's Payward Europe Solutions Limited.
Kraken Rating
Our Opinion
Kraken is considered one of the oldest and most established crypto exchanges and has been active in the market since 2011. With over 380 tradable cryptocurrencies as well as savings plan and staking features, the platform is appreciated by long-term investors. The extensive security protocols, including 2FA and account lock, are rated positively.
The trading fees of 0.99% and total costs of €9.90 per trade are in the middle range compared with cheaper providers. The lack of EU regulation or a BaFin license is occasionally criticized. Cost transparency is regarded as limited, which some users see as room for improvement.
Kraken is considered particularly suitable for investors who value a long-established platform with a wide coin selection and want to use savings plans and staking — even without EU regulation.
Pros & Cons
- 629 cryptocurrencies tradable, 516 of them directly against the euro (measured on 3 September 2026 via Kraken's public API)
- MiCA authorisation in the EEA through Payward Europe Solutions Limited, Ireland, supervised by the Central Bank of Ireland
- Savings plan and staking are offered
- On the market since 2011, one of the oldest crypto exchanges
- Kraken Pro at 0.40 % maker and 0.80 % taker is far cheaper than the simple buy route
- The simple buy route costs 1 % for instant and recurring trades, 1.5 % for custom orders
- The cheaper Pro rates require getting to grips with an order book interface
- Since 9 July 2026 volume tiers apply across products; the tier follows the highest of three values
- Kraken itself gives no consistent coin count, its own pages range from 200+ to 600+
User Experiences
AI Analysis1,184 analyzed reviewsOur AI collects and analyzes user reviews of Kraken from the web and summarizes the key findings.
According to the analyzed user reviews, Kraken is often described as simple and easy to understand, especially with regard to the app and basic usability. At the same time, users mainly report criticism of support-related topics and costs, so the overall picture from a user perspective is mixed.
Users particularly appreciate Kraken’s intuitive app and clear design, which are repeatedly described in reviews as easy to use. According to the reviews, getting started is quick for many users, and overall navigation is also mentioned positively. Some users report that the app does not open immediately, which makes usability appear limited from the perspective of individual reviews.
This analysis is based on 1184 user reviews evaluated by AI from the Apple App Store, Trustpilot, and Google Play Store. The total number of reviews on the respective platforms may be higher — the platform ratings (star ratings) shown refer to all reviews available there. The reviews shown reflect users’ experiences and do not represent the site operator’s own assessment. All information without guarantee. Status: March 2026. This comparison does not constitute investment advice.
Features
Feature Scope
Highlights
- On the market since 2011 with a significant market presence
- Comprehensive security protocols incl. 2FA and account lock
- 380+ cryptocurrencies tradable
- Savings plan and staking on one platform
Tradeable Assets
- Cryptocurrencies (380+ coins)
- Staking products
- Savings plan investments
Trading Options
- Spot trading (buying and selling)
- Savings plan function
- Staking
- Wallet transfer to external wallets
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September 20, 2026 10:11 PM
Kraken Review: Fees, MiCA Licence and Withdrawals in Euro
A purchase through Kraken's standard interface costs 1 percent plus spread; on Kraken Pro it is 0.40 to 0.80 percent. What deposits, trading, withdrawals and tax records really cost at the crypto exchange, with the numbers from the official fee schedule.
September 19, 2026 10:20 AM
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The prediction market token RAIN stands at $0.0134 on September 19, 2026, 5.5 percent above the previous day and in 16th place by market capitalisation. Anyone wanting to buy or hold it from Germany meets a markedly narrower field of trading venues than that ranking suggests.
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