Compare exchanges by open interest, derivatives volume, and the number of futures and perpetual contracts. Find the best platforms for your derivatives trading by real metrics.

#	Name	Open Interest	Adj. Vol (24H)	Perpetual	Futures

1	Binance Futures	$ 25.56B	$ 61.90B	636	22
2	OKX Futures	$ 10.46B	$ 27.13B	270	1136
3	MEXC Futures	$ 12.48B	$ 24.98B	808	0
4	Bybit Futures	$ 11.57B	$ 19.60B	557	0
5	Gate Futures	$ 5.17B	$ 17.96B	596	0
6	WEEX Futures	$ 8.85B	$ 13.06B	675	0
7	Bitget Futures	$ 8.01B	$ 9.77B	641	4
8	WhiteBIT Futures	$ 20.43B	$ 8.79B	264	0
9	BingX Futures	$ 0.00	$ 7.48B	616	0
10	ZOOMEX (Futures)	$ 1.31B	$ 6.95B	516	0
11	Bitunix Futures	$ 2.10B	$ 5.43B	513	0
12	Kucoin Futures	$ 3.15B	$ 4.86B	527	0
13	Kraken Futures	$ 2.05B	$ 3.82B	264	2
14	HTX Futures	$ 6.62B	$ 3.41B	234	12
15	PrimeXBT	$ 1.80B	$ 2.25B	134	0
16	BYDFi Futures	$ 105.19M	$ 2.12B	480	0
17	Deepcoin Futures	$ 0.00	$ 1.70B	139	0
18	Cryptology Futures	$ 0.00	$ 1.24B	12	0
19	BitMEX Derivatives	$ 13.14B	$ 526.37M	78	4
20	BTSE Futures	$ 927.93M	$ 440.96M	129	2
21	Phemex Futures	$ 2.41B	$ 233.36M	1	0
22	Deribit	$ 462.97M	$ 106.50M	0	0
23	Bitfinex Futures	$ 0.00	$ 77.74M	77	0
24	Flipster Futures	$ 18.58M	$ 68.57M	442	0
25	Walbi	$ 121.07K	$ 1.22M	69	0

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FAQ

What are the differences in fees between derivatives and spot trading?

Spot trading usually has a simpler fee structure – a fixed percentage of the transaction amount. Derivatives may have a more complex fee structure, including fees for opening/closing positions, funding rates for perpetual contracts, and maintenance fees for holding positions.

What are derivatives on a crypto exchange?

Financial instruments whose value depends on the underlying asset (cryptocurrency). They allow traders to speculate on price changes without owning the asset itself. The main types are futures, options, swaps, and contracts for difference (CFD).

How does leverage work on CEX derivatives?

Leverage allows opening positions that exceed the amount of your own capital. For example, 10x leverage allows controlling a position 10 times larger than your deposit. This increases both potential profit and risk. The leverage size directly affects the required margin and liquidation level.

What is position liquidation on CEX derivatives?

Forced closure of a position by the exchange when the trader's margin falls below the required level. This occurs to prevent further losses and protect both the trader and the exchange. Liquidation usually happens at the market price, which may result in additional losses.

What are the advantages of trading CEX derivatives?

Trading with leverage allows for increased potential profit but also carries higher risk. It offers the ability to profit from both rising and falling markets. Hedging risks to protect the main portfolio.

What is the difference between perpetual and futures contracts on CEX?

Futures contracts have an expiration date, after which the contract is automatically closed. Perpetual futures have no expiration date and can be held indefinitely as long as sufficient margin is maintained and periodic funding fees are paid.

What risk management strategies are important when trading CEX derivatives?

Using stop-loss orders to limit potential losses. Diversifying the portfolio and positions. Properly selecting the leverage size based on experience. Calculating and adhering to the maximum risk per trade (no more than 1-2% of the deposit). Hedging positions using opposite contracts or options.