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Changelly alternatives

Our rating
3.4
Status
Caution
Alternatives
2
Review updated
2026-08-12

Know before you deposit

Changelly was added to the UK FCA warning list in July 2024 and has announced no MiCA authorization as of mid-2026, so its availability to UK and EU users is questionable.

Our Changelly review names 2 alternatives: Kraken and Coinbase. Changelly carries a caution flag, which is the first reason to read this page. Rankings are editorial and never sold.

2 alternatives, compared

In the order our review lists them. "In common" counts the countries where both the alternative and Changelly rank in our guides.

Alternatives to Changelly compared on rating, fees, identity checks and country reach.
ExchangeRatingFeesID checkCountriesIn common
Kraken4.7From 0.25% maker, 0.40% takerRequired127
Coinbase4.5Maker-taker on Advanced TradeRequired62

Why each one

  1. Kraken A 2011-vintage exchange with one of the cleanest security records in the business, heading toward a US stock listing.

    Fees, Countries, Security record

  2. Coinbase The easiest US on-ramp for beginners, publicly listed, and legally in the clear since the SEC dropped its case.

    Fees, Countries, Security record

Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Changelly?

Our review lists Kraken first, rated 4.7: A 2011-vintage exchange with one of the cleanest security records in the business, heading toward a US stock listing. It ranks in 127 of our country guides. The order is editorial, argued from fees, security record and local payment support.

Which Changelly alternative is available in the most countries?

Kraken, which ranks in 127 of our country guides. Coinbase ranks in 62.

Why look for an alternative to Changelly?

Changelly was added to the UK FCA warning list in July 2024 and has announced no MiCA authorization as of mid-2026, so its availability to UK and EU users is questionable. The review's own reservations: on the UK FCA warning list since July 2024 as an unauthorized firm; no announced MiCA authorization, so its post-deadline EU standing is unclear.

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