Transparent Trading Fees and 0% Spread

Transparent Trading Fees and 0% Spread

The problem with most platforms is that it is hard to know how much you actually pay.

You don’t necessarily get the best market price

The spread changes constantly—you can’t plan for it

You never see what you’re paying (spread + fees)

You pay more than you realize

All costs of a transaction

Spread

Each time you buy or sell using a market order, you pay a spread. Make sure you know if you buy/sell using market orders (and paying spread) or other types of orders that ensure you minimize spread. What is spread? Read bellow.

Trading fees

Trading fees are charged to clients for executing a trade. They are calculated as a % of the transaction value.

Hidden fees

Yes, some financial intermediaries don’t disclose it, but they might execute client orders via additional intermediaries that take their own fees, increasing the overall costs for clients. Over time, that hidden costs compound and eat into your long-term returns.

Understanding spread and why it matters?

What is Spread?

In trading crypto-assets it describes the difference between the buy price and the sell price of a cryptocurrency.

Let's use an example:

Imagine you're at a currency exchange booth at the airport. You see these rates:

They buy for USD 1.00 = EUR 0.90

They sell for USD 1.00 = EUR 0.95

The difference (0.05 = 0.95 - 0.90) is the spread.

Trading Fees

Trading fees are usually expressed in % and are the easiest to compare.

When comparing make sure to include the spread and potential other fees that add up to the base price in the calculation - 1% of 100 is less than 1% of 105.

If a crypto platform doesn't show you a trading fee, it’s because they don’t have to. Instead, they usually hide it in the spread or they might get a hidden fee or kickback from the intermediaries they use to execute your trades.

You can find ICONOMI’s fees on this page.

No spread, just trading fees at ICONOMI

ICONOMI’s trading engine only uses limit orders and advanced algorithms for buying/selling crypto assets. This ensures your orders are executed in a way you don’t pay the spread. Other brokers, on the other hand, might use “market orders” in which case you pay the full spread.

On top of that ICONOMI connects with multiple trading platforms to find the best price. We route each trade to the best trading platform based on price and other criteria to ensure best execution of all trades.

Compare for Yourself

With ICONOMI, what you see is what you pay.

Platform	ICONOMI	Neo Bank	Exchange 1	Exchange 2	Broker 1	Broker 2
Spread / Market Price	0 % spread	Average 1% spread	Average 0.6% spread	Up to 4% spread	No spread markup	1% fee includes spread
Hidden Costs	0 %	Spread not visible	Spread not visible	Spread not visible	No hidden fees	Spread + trading fee
Kickbacks / Intermediaries	0 %	No	No	Unclear	No	Unclear
Trading Fee	From 0.35% (volume based)	From 0.49% (volume based)	From 0.03% (volume-based)	From 0.10% (volume-based)	3.5% fixed	1% fixed

Comparison of costs at various trading platforms done on April 8th, 2025.

Check the full fee disclosure page here.

Frequently asked questions

What exactly is a “spread”, and why does it matter?

A spread is the hidden difference between the actual market price of crypto and the price you’re quoted. Many platforms quietly mark up prices and pocket the difference—without ever showing you. ICONOMI doesn’t use spreads. You always get the real market price.

Why is there a different fee for Portfolios vs single assets?

With ICONOMI, you have two options:

Strategies: Invest in pre-built crypto strategies (like index funds). These come with a fee ranging from 0.3% to 0.45% —and no hidden costs.

Single assets: If you want to buy a specific coin directly, the fee ranges from 0.3% to 0.9%. This is still competitive with most platforms, but portfolios often offer better value—especially for long-term investors.

We show you both fees upfront—so you can choose what works best for your goals.

How does ICONOMI make money if there’s no spread?

Simple: we charge a clear, transparent trading fee—ranging from 0.3% to 0.45%, depending on your trading volume. That’s it. No surprises, no hidden charges.

Is ICONOMI safe to use?

ICONOMI partners with regulated custodians to protect your assets using industry-leading security. We follow strict compliance standards and never cut corners when it comes to your safety.

Are ICONOMI’s fees lower than those of other platforms?

In most cases, yes. Other platforms often hide 1–2% in spreads plus add fees on top. ICONOMI shows you everything upfront—so you pay less, and know exactly what you’re paying.

Do I need to know anything about crypto to get started?

Not at all. ICONOMI is built for everyday investors, not technical experts. If you’ve ever used online banking or shopped online, you’ll feel right at home.

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