Coinbase utilizes a multi-tiered fee structure for buying Bitcoin, primarily determined by whether a user uses the standard "Simple Trade" interface or the "Advanced Trade" platform. Standard "Simple Trade" Fees
: Apply when you take liquidity (e.g., market orders). Rates start at 1.20% for volumes under $1,000 and scale down to 0.05% for ultra-high-volume tiers. Payment Method Costs
Advanced Trade removes the spread and uses a volume-based maker-taker model, which is significantly cheaper for most users.
