Software · head to head
The Graph vs Bitstamp
The short version
- Each has a real cost: 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; Bitstamp trading fees are higher than some competitors
- They diverge on capability: The Graph covers Subgraph Indexing, Bitstamp covers Spot Trading.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which The Graph and Bitstamp actually diverge.
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 The Graph
- Subgraph Indexing
- GraphQL API
- Decentralized Network
- Multi-chain Support
- GRT Token
- 30+ chains
- Api support
Only in Bitstamp
- Spot Trading
- Staking
- Instant Orders
- API Trading
- SEPA
- SWIFT
- Credit Card
- Ios support
Both cover
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
The Graph
- Indexing and querying blockchain data through subgraphs across 60+ networksnot Bitstamp
Bitstamp
- Exchangesnot The Graph
- Tradingnot The Graph
- Compliancenot The Graph
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
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
Pricing, plan by plan
The Graph
Free- Free TierFree
- 100K queries
- Subgraph Studio
- Testnet
- Pay as you go$0.00004/query
- Unlimited queries
- Mainnet
- Multi-chain
Bitstamp
Free- StandardFree
- Spot trading
- Staking
- Instant orders
Which should you pick?
Choose The Graph if
- You need subgraph indexing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Api.
- You also want graphql api.
Choose Bitstamp if
- You need spot trading.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android.
- You also want staking.
Questions people ask
- Is The Graph or Bitstamp better?
- Neither clearly leads. The Graph starts at Free and Bitstamp at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, The Graph or Bitstamp?
- The Graph starts at Free and Bitstamp at Free.
- Does The Graph or Bitstamp run on more platforms?
- The Graph runs on Web, Api. Bitstamp runs on Web, Mobile iOS, Mobile Android.
- Can I use The Graph for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is The Graph best used for?
- The Graph is most often used for indexing and querying blockchain data through subgraphs across 60+ networks. Of those, indexing and querying blockchain data through subgraphs across 60+ networks is not what Bitstamp is typically brought in for.
- What can The Graph do that Bitstamp cannot?
- The Graph covers Subgraph Indexing, GraphQL API, Decentralized Network, Multi-chain Support. Bitstamp covers Spot Trading, Staking, Instant Orders, API Trading. Both handle Web 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.
SourceBitstamp: Where is Bitstamp registered?
Bitstamp is registered in Luxembourg and was recognized by Luxembourg as a virtual currency exchange in 2016.
SourceBitstamp: 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.
SourceBitstamp: Who owns Bitstamp?
Bitstamp is owned by Robinhood, which acquired the exchange to expand its cryptocurrency trading capabilities.
SourceBitstamp: How many customers does Bitstamp have?
Bitstamp is trusted by more than 5 million customers worldwide.
SourceBitstamp: 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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