Fee comparison
| Exchange | Maker Fee | Taker Fee | Proof of Reserves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | 0.10% | 0.10% | Yes (Merkle + zk-SNARK) |
| OKX | 0.08% | 0.10% | Yes (monthly) |
The fees above are from the standard global schedule before discounts. Neither exchange publishes a Brazil-specific fee table.
PIX deposits
Both exchanges accept BRL deposits via PIX. The process is similar:
- Go to the BRL deposit section
- Select PIX as your payment method
- Copy the generated code or scan the QR Code
- Complete the payment through your bank
Security and regulation
Both operate in Brazil under BCB transition rules (Resolution BCB 520). Neither has confirmed specific authorization from the Central Bank to operate as a virtual asset service provider. Both publish periodic proof-of-reserves reports.
When to choose each
Choose Binance if:
- You prioritize higher liquidity on BTC/BRL
- You already have an account on the platform
Choose OKX if:
- You place many maker orders and want the 0.08% fee
- You want to try a different interface
Binance Global vs. 2 alternatives
A quick view of canonical data. Open the comparison for every source and condition.
Binance Global- Funding
- Not verified
- Taker fee
- 0.1%
- Status
- Editorial only
Bitso- Funding
- Pix + BRL
- Taker fee
- 0.4%
- Status
- Editorial only
Coinbase- Funding
- Pix + Bank transfer
- Taker fee
- 0.6%
- Status
- Editorial only
FAQ
Which has lower fees? OKX has a lower maker fee (0.08% vs 0.10%). Taker fees are the same.
Do both accept PIX? Yes, both accept PIX deposits in BRL.
Do they have BCB authorization? Neither has confirmed specific authorization. Both operate under transition rules.
How to choose (Brazil, 2026)
Use this as a decision matrix — not a vibe poll.
| Question | Lean Binance Global | Lean OKX Global |
|---|---|---|
| Spot fee table you can open | 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (standard global before discounts) | 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker (regular-user global framework) |
| Pix deposit minimum (published) | Check live app; treat profile rails as dated | BRL 5 with named Pix key = CNPJ of OKX Serviços Digitais Ltda (when published) |
| Brazil market status in our record | Editorial only until named BCB entity verified | Editorial only until named BCB entity verified |
| Proof-of-reserves / self-check | Public PoR + per-account leaf check | Confirm what OKX publishes for your account type before assuming parity |
| Derivatives / tools depth | Broad global catalogue — still a separate risk book | Strong alt/derivatives tooling — still a separate risk book |
Practical path
- If you need lowest published maker on spot among these two globals, OKX’s 0.08% maker is the printed edge — still read taker 0.10% and the fee-basis note.
- If you need a named Pix recipient CNPJ in our dated notes, OKX’s BRL 5 path is the clearer deposit story.
- If you need self-testable reserves UX, Binance’s PoR flow is the one we can describe step-by-step today.
- Neither row is “BCB authorised” in our capture — keep that gap visible either way.
What we refuse to invent
- A single numeric “winner score”.
- Unpublished spread or IOF lines.
- Treating editorial-only status as a ban or as a licence.
FAQ
Is OKX always cheaper? On printed global maker, 0.08% beats 0.10%. Total cost still depends on taker, VIP tier, and deposit path.
Can I Pix into both? Pix availability is product- and entity-specific — confirm the live key and name match before sending.
Does this replace reading the app? No. Profiles are dated snapshots; the confirmation screen is the contract for your order.
Worked cost sketch (published lines only)
On a R$1.000 spot market buy at entry tiers cited in this guide:
| Venue | Published entry | Approx. trading line |
|---|---|---|
| Binance Global | 0.10% taker | ≈ R$1.00 |
| OKX Global (regular user) | 0.10% taker / 0.08% maker | ≈ R$1.00 market / R$0.80 resting |
Deposit story differs: OKX’s dated Pix note names a R$5 minimum with a CNPJ recipient; Binance Pix details stay app-live. Neither row is “BCB authorised” in our capture — keep that gap on both sides of the matrix.