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Bybit vs The Graph

Bybit logo

Bybit

Software

Where crypto traders come to win

From
Free
Rated
-
The Graph logo

The Graph

Software

The indexing protocol for Web3

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Bybit unavailable in US, Canada, and UK due to regulatory restrictions; The Graph subgraph Studio's free tier caps at 100,000 queries per month; usage beyond that is billed at $2 per 100,000 queries
  • They diverge on capability: Bybit covers Perpetual Contracts, The Graph covers Subgraph Indexing.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bybit and The Graph actually diverge.

Attributes where Bybit and The Graph differ
AttributeBybitThe Graph
Pricing modelUnknownusage-based
PlatformsWeb, iOS, Android, DesktopWeb, Api

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown), founded (2018).

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
  • Ios support

Only in The Graph

  • Subgraph Indexing
  • GraphQL API
  • Decentralized Network
  • Multi-chain Support
  • GRT Token
  • 30+ chains
  • Api support

Both cover

  • Web support

What people use each for

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

Bybit

  • Exchangesnot The Graph
  • Derivativesnot The Graph
  • Futuresnot The Graph

The Graph

  • Indexing and querying blockchain data through subgraphs across 60+ networksnot 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

The Graph

  • Subgraph Studio's free tier caps at 100,000 queries per month; usage beyond that is billed at $2 per 100,000 queries

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

The Graph

Free
  • Free TierFree
    • 100K queries
    • Subgraph Studio
    • Testnet
  • Pay as you go$0.00004/query
    • Unlimited queries
    • Mainnet
    • Multi-chain

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 The Graph if

  • You need subgraph indexing.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Api.
  • You also want graphql api.

Questions people ask

Is Bybit or The Graph better?
Neither clearly leads. Bybit starts at Free and The Graph at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bybit or The Graph?
Bybit starts at Free and The Graph at Free.
Does Bybit or The Graph run on more platforms?
Bybit runs on Web, iOS, Android, Desktop. The Graph runs on Web, Api.
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 The Graph is typically brought in for.
What can Bybit do that The Graph cannot?
Bybit covers Perpetual Contracts, Futures Trading, Spot Trading, Copy Trading. The Graph covers Subgraph Indexing, GraphQL API, Decentralized Network, Multi-chain Support. Both handle Web 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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