Swyftx is an Australian cryptocurrency exchange offering 330+ products, with an impressive $27+ billion in trading volume. The brand is trusted by 600,000+ customers thanks to its competitive fee structure, ISO 27001 security protection and feature-rich trading app.
Nexo is a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2018 in Bulgaria and today operates across some 200 jurisdictions from its base in Switzerland. It provides services including spot trading, futures trading, peer-to-peer loans, cold wallet storage and fiat-on ramps to buy crypto tokens. The crypto firm is registered with some respected financial authorities, such as the ASIC, and offers some fairly unique additional services including a credit card.
Pros
Over 300 cryptocurrencies available, including popular coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as other altcoins
User-friendly mobile platform with real-time performance tracking, demo mode and a fully customizable dashboard
Regulated by the Australian Transaction Reports and Analysis Centre (AUSTRAC) as a digital currency exchange provider
Several fiat funding methods accepted in AUD or NZD with no deposit charges
An option to set recurring deposits for automated cryptocurrency investments
ISO 27001 certification, 2FA/biometric logins and cold storage solutions
Transparent fee structure with spreads as low as 0.41%
You do not need to upload documents or photos
Reputable crypto exchange that has been in business since 2018 and has taken some steps toward regulation
Nexo Pro is a user-friendly proprietary platform that suits trading strategies with great charting features
Value-add tools integrated into the trading platform including social media analysis and newsfeeds by asset
Traders can access perpetual futures to open long or short positions on crypto assets, increasing strategic opportunities
Nexo’s crypto staking and credit features support crypto lending and borrowing, and the yields lenders receive are among the best going
Traders benefit from bonuses and incentives including free trading funds paid to lenders and cashback in the form of the exchange’s native Nexo token
Cons
Poor exchange rates may impact your deposits negatively if you don't transfer in AUD or NZD
Swyftx is currently only available to customers in Australia and New Zealand
You need to have a call with an operator to be able to withdraw your funds
Swyftx does not allow users to deposit or withdraw money using PayPal
Live chat response times are slower than many alternatives
Although Nexo has registered with some reputable watchdogs, it is riskier to trade with than established crypto brokers like AvaTrade and Vantage
High deposit and withdrawal fees for cards and e-wallets will price many traders out of the most convenient payment methods
Very few educational resources are available, reducing its appeal to beginners who can find more helpful resources at category leaders like eToro
High maker/taker fees mean traders will pay more to trade derivatives than they would at rival exchanges like Binance
The range of tokens is extensive compared to most crypto brokers but still much smaller than similar crypto exchanges like Kraken
Awards
Best Cryptocurrency Wallet – FinTech Breakthrough Awards, 2023
Best Use of Crypto and/or Blockchain in Financial Services – PAY360 Awards, 2022
Access a decent line-up of 330+ cryptocurrencies with low fees. Invest in popular token like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether and Ripple which can be bought, sold, transferred or stored on the broker's proprietary desktop and mobile platforms.
Nexo offers trading on an impressive suite of around 70 tokens, including Bitcoin. Digital assets can be bought, sold and swapped directly on the exchange or traded in over 500 pairs. Digital assets can also be used as collateral for fiat loans or used to generate passive income with the ‘smart staking’ tool or from interest earned via peer-to-peer loans.
