LuckyBamboo is an independent review platform for cryptocurrency exchanges and forex brokers. We test every platform ourselves, score them on transparent criteria, and publish honest verdicts.
These principles guide every review we publish.
We disclose all affiliate relationships. Our revenue model never influences our ratings.
No exchange can pay for a better score. Our editorial team has full control over ratings.
We test every platform as a real user would — signing up, depositing, trading, and withdrawing.
All reviews are fact-checked and updated quarterly to reflect the latest fees, features, and policies.
Every exchange receives a composite score from 1.0 to 5.0 based on four equally-weighted categories.
We compare maker/taker fees, spread markups, withdrawal fees, deposit methods, and any hidden charges. We test with real trades to verify advertised rates.
We evaluate regulatory licenses, fund protection (insurance, proof of reserves), 2FA options, cold storage practices, and historical security incidents.
We test trading tools, order types, charting, mobile apps, API quality, educational resources, staking, and the range of supported assets.
We contact support via live chat, email, and phone (where available). We measure response times, resolution quality, and help documentation completeness.
Real traders and journalists who test every platform firsthand.
Editor-in-Chief
10+ years in financial journalism. Former Bloomberg contributor.
Senior Analyst
Crypto researcher since 2017. Specializes in DeFi and exchange security.
Forex Specialist
Licensed forex trader. 8 years of institutional trading experience.
Technical Writer
Software engineer turned crypto writer. Covers trading tools and platforms.
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This revenue helps us maintain our editorial independence and continue providing free, in-depth reviews. However, our affiliate relationships never influence our ratings or recommendations.
All affiliate links are clearly marked. Our editorial team operates independently from our business team.