Dollar cost averaging means buying a fixed amount on a schedule, for example 50 EUR every week, no matter the price. Most big exchanges can do this automatically. The differences are in how often you can buy, the minimum per buy, and above all the fee on each recurring purchase.
Every fact below comes from the exchange's own help pages, checked on the date shown. Where an official page does not state a value we write Not verified instead of guessing. Fees change often, so check the confirmation screen before you start a plan. Last checked: 2026-10-20.
| Exchange | Frequency | Minimum | Fee on recurring buys | Funding | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| daily, weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | Not verified | Not stated | Balance or stablecoins | Visit | |
| hourly, daily, weekly, monthly | 1 USDT | Not stated for recurring buys | USDT or USDC in Spot account | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, monthly | Not verified | Not stated for Spot DCA | USDT in Spot account | Visit | |
| weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | 10 EUR | Premium from 0.99% (BTC 0.99%, most coins 1.49%), setup free | SEPA Direct Debit, card, PayPal (EUR, CHF, USD, GBP) | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | Not verified | 1% trading fee plus spread and payment fee (Kraken+ waives the fee up to 10,000 USD a month) | Cash balance, card, Apple Pay, Google Pay | Visit | |
| weekly, 1st and 15th of the month, monthly | Not verified | Shown at checkout, not published | Cash balance (USD, EUR, GBP) or eligible payment method | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | 5 EUR | Normal trading fee, rate not stated for recurring buys | EUR balance | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | 1 USD | Applicable fees deducted, rate not stated | Card, USDT/USDC, fiat wallet (USD, EUR, GBP, AUD, BRL, SGD, CAD) | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, monthly | 1 EUR | Same as instant buy: 0.95% plus up to 1.99% payment cost | EUR | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | Not verified | Free to schedule, each buy pays the normal Bybit fee | Fiat or crypto in Funding account | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, monthly | Not verified | Spread included, shown before you confirm | Bank, debit card or balance | Visit | |
| daily, weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | Not verified | No separate fee in Basic mode, spread included | Fiat balance | Visit | |
| hourly, every 4 hours, every 8 hours, every 12 hours, daily, weekly, every 2 weeks, monthly | Not verified | Not stated on the official page | Stablecoins, fiat or crypto | Visit | |
| hourly, daily, weekly, monthly | 2 USDT | No bot fee, normal spot trading fee | Spot or Earn balance | Visit |
Exchanges without automatic recurring buys
Bitbase: no automatic recurring buy found in the official app guides.
What is DCA (dollar cost averaging) and how to do it in crypto
Frequently asked questions
Which exchange is cheapest for DCA?
It depends on the fee on recurring buys. Plans that use normal spot trading fees (for example Bitget or Bybit) are usually cheaper than instant buy products with a 1% fee or a spread. Compare the total cost on the confirmation screen.
How often should I buy with DCA?
Weekly or monthly is enough for most people. Very frequent buys (hourly or daily) add more orders and, with fixed fees or minimums, can cost more without a clear benefit.
What is the minimum amount for a recurring buy?
From 1 USD or 1 USDT on some apps up to 10 EUR on others, for example Bitpanda savings plans start at 10 EUR and Bitvavo at 5 EUR.
Can I stop or change a recurring buy?
Yes, all exchanges in this list let you pause or cancel a plan. Some (Coinbase, Bitpanda) do not let you edit an existing plan, so you cancel it and create a new one.
Is DCA risk free?
No. DCA spreads your entry price over time but it cannot stop losses if the price keeps falling. Only invest money you can leave untouched for years.
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Not financial advice. Crypto is volatile and you can lose money.