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Bybit vs Rainbow

Bybit logo

Bybit

Cryptocurrency & Blockchain

Where crypto traders come to win

From
Free
Rated
-
Rainbow logo

Rainbow

Cryptocurrency & Blockchain

The fun, simple, and secure Ethereum wallet

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Bybit unavailable in US, Canada, and UK due to regulatory restrictions; Rainbow free instant deposits and fee auto-compounding are gated behind the paid Rainbow Black tier; the vendor's own site states "Upgrade to Rainbow Black for free instant deposits, bigger rewards, and up to 100% of your trading fees auto-compounded", implying standard accounts pay deposit and trading fees
  • They diverge on capability: Bybit covers Perpetual Contracts, Rainbow covers Ethereum Wallet.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bybit and Rainbow actually diverge.

Attributes where Bybit and Rainbow differ
AttributeBybitRainbow
Pricing modelUnknownfree
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, DesktopIos, Android, Chrome
Founded20182019

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

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 Bybit

  • Perpetual Contracts
  • Futures Trading
  • Spot Trading
  • Copy Trading
  • Launchpad
  • Bybit Wallet
  • Bybit Card
  • Web support

Only in Rainbow

  • Ethereum Wallet
  • NFT Gallery
  • ENS Integration
  • Layer 2 Support
  • Swaps
  • Ethereum
  • Optimism
  • Arbitrum

Both cover

  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Bybit

  • Exchangesnot Rainbow
  • Derivativesnot Rainbow
  • Futuresnot Rainbow

Rainbow

  • Walletsnot Bybit
  • Ethereumnot Bybit
  • Mobilenot Bybit

Where each one falls short

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

Bybit

  • Unavailable in US, Canada, and UK due to regulatory restrictions
  • Limited fiat currency deposit and withdrawal options compared to other major exchanges
  • Smaller selection of altcoins compared to Binance

Rainbow

  • Free instant deposits and fee auto-compounding are gated behind the paid Rainbow Black tier; the vendor's own site states "Upgrade to Rainbow Black for free instant deposits, bigger rewards, and up to 100% of your trading fees auto-compounded", implying standard accounts pay deposit and trading fees

Pricing, plan by plan

Bybit

Free
  • Spot Trading$0.1/percent maker/taker
    • 0.1% base fee
  • Futures Trading$0.02/percent maker
    • 0.02% maker / 0.055% taker

Rainbow

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Ethereum wallet
    • NFTs
    • ENS

Which should you pick?

Choose Bybit if

  • You need perpetual contracts.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Desktop.
  • You also want futures trading.

Choose Rainbow if

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

Questions people ask

Is Bybit or Rainbow better?
Neither clearly leads. Bybit starts at Free and Rainbow at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bybit or Rainbow?
Bybit starts at Free and Rainbow at Free.
Does Bybit or Rainbow run on more platforms?
Bybit runs on Web, iOS, Android, Desktop. Rainbow runs on Ios, Android, Chrome.
Can I use Bybit for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Bybit best used for?
Bybit is most often used for exchanges, derivatives, futures. Of those, exchanges and derivatives are not what Rainbow is typically brought in for.
What can Bybit do that Rainbow cannot?
Bybit covers Perpetual Contracts, Futures Trading, Spot Trading, Copy Trading. Rainbow covers Ethereum Wallet, NFT Gallery, ENS Integration, Layer 2 Support. Both handle Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Bybit: What trading products does Bybit offer?

Bybit offers spot trading, perpetual contracts (up to 125x leverage), futures with daily/monthly/quarterly contracts, and options on BTC, ETH, and SOL settled in USDC.

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Bybit: What are Bybit's trading fees?

Spot trading fees start at 0.1% for both maker and taker. Futures fees are typically 0.02% maker and 0.055% taker, with discounts available for VIP tiers based on trading volume.

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Bybit: Where can I withdraw fiat from Bybit?

Bybit has limited fiat withdrawal options and is not available in the US, Canada, or the UK due to crypto regulations. Fiat withdrawals depend on your country of residence and banking partners.

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Bybit: Does Bybit support mobile trading?

Yes, Bybit offers a mobile app for iOS and Android with access to all trading features including spot, derivatives, and advanced order types.

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