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Bitstamp vs Phantom

Bitstamp logo

Bitstamp

Software

The original crypto exchange since 2011

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Phantom logo

Phantom

Software

The friendly crypto wallet for Solana and beyond

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Bitstamp covers Spot Trading, Phantom covers Wallet.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bitstamp and Phantom actually diverge.

Attributes where Bitstamp and Phantom differ
AttributeBitstampPhantom
Pricing modelfreemiumfree
PlatformsWeb, Mobile iOS, Mobile AndroidChrome, Firefox, Ios, Android
Founded20112021

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Bitstamp

  • Spot Trading
  • Instant Orders
  • API Trading
  • SEPA
  • SWIFT
  • Credit Card
  • Web support

Only in Phantom

  • Wallet
  • NFT Gallery
  • Token Swaps
  • dApp Browser
  • Solana
  • Ethereum
  • Polygon
  • Chrome support

Both cover

  • Staking
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Bitstamp

  • Exchangesnot Phantom
  • Tradingnot Phantom
  • Compliancenot Phantom

Phantom

  • Walletsnot Bitstamp
  • Solananot Bitstamp
  • Nftnot Bitstamp

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Bitstamp

  • Trading fees are higher than some competitors
  • Limited selection of newer or smaller altcoins compared to larger exchanges
  • Customer service response times can be slow during high-volume periods

Phantom

Nothing recorded yet. See the Phantom review.

Pricing, plan by plan

Bitstamp

Free
  • StandardFree
    • Spot trading
    • Staking
    • Instant orders

Phantom

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Multi-chain wallet
    • NFT gallery
    • Swaps

Which should you pick?

Choose Bitstamp if

  • You need spot trading.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android.
  • You also want instant orders.
Bitstamp review

Choose Phantom if

  • You need wallet.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Ios, Android.
  • You also want nft gallery.
Phantom review

Questions people ask

Is Bitstamp or Phantom better?
Neither clearly leads. Bitstamp starts at Free and Phantom at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bitstamp or Phantom?
Bitstamp starts at Free and Phantom at Free.
Does Bitstamp or Phantom run on more platforms?
Bitstamp runs on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android. Phantom runs on Chrome, Firefox, Ios, Android.
Can I use Bitstamp for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Bitstamp best used for?
Bitstamp is most often used for exchanges, trading, compliance. Of those, exchanges and trading are not what Phantom is typically brought in for.
What can Bitstamp do that Phantom cannot?
Bitstamp covers Spot Trading, Instant Orders, API Trading, SEPA. Phantom covers Wallet, NFT Gallery, Token Swaps, dApp Browser. Both handle Staking, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Bitstamp: When was Bitstamp founded?

Bitstamp was founded in August 2011 in Slovenia by Nejc Kodrič and Damjan Merlak.

Source
Bitstamp: Where is Bitstamp registered?

Bitstamp is registered in Luxembourg and was recognized by Luxembourg as a virtual currency exchange in 2016.

Source
Bitstamp: How many cryptocurrencies does Bitstamp list?

Bitstamp lists approximately 107 cryptocurrencies with close to 230 spot trading pairs including USD, EUR, GBP, and stablecoin base currencies.

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Bitstamp: Who owns Bitstamp?

Bitstamp is owned by Robinhood, which acquired the exchange to expand its cryptocurrency trading capabilities.

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Bitstamp: How many customers does Bitstamp have?

Bitstamp is trusted by more than 5 million customers worldwide.

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Bitstamp: How does Bitstamp store customer cryptocurrencies?

Bitstamp keeps most client crypto in cold storage for security and offers additional security features including 2FA and withdrawal-address whitelisting.

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