Coinbase
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Choosing between Coinbase and KTBST Securities depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. Coinbase is headquartered in San Francisco, USA, while KTBST Securities operates from Bangkok, Thailand. KTBST Securities has the longer track record, established in 1992, compared to Coinbase which was founded in 2012. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
Coinbase
KTBST Securities
Coinbase is the better choice overall, scoring 3.4/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, KTBST Securities offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
Coinbase
3.4 vs 3.3
Lowest Fees
KTBST Securities
0.5 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Coinbase
2 vs 1 licences
Min. Deposit
Tied
$0 vs $0
Coinbase
KTBST Securities
Coinbase
KTBST Securities
Lower feesCoinbase holds licences from FCA, SEC. KTBST Securities is regulated by SEC.
Coinbase additionally covers Crypto. KTBST Securities adds Stocks, Etf, Indices.
On spreads, KTBST Securities is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Coinbase.
Coinbase supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. KTBST Securities offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, KATCH. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Coinbase requires no minimum deposit, while KTBST Securities sets no minimum deposit. This makes Coinbase accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores Coinbase at 3.36/5 and KTBST Securities at 3.30/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. Coinbase leads overall with a clear advantage.
Coinbase scores higher overall on our independent rating system. Coinbase holds a 3.4/5 rating vs KTBST Securities's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
Coinbase offers spreads from 0.5 pips, while KTBST Securities starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
Coinbase requires a minimum deposit of $0. KTBST Securities requires $0.
Coinbase is regulated by FCA, SEC, while KTBST Securities holds licences from SEC.
Coinbase supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. KTBST Securities supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, KATCH.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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