Question 1

What trading fees do perp DEXs charge?

Accepted Answer

Most perp DEXs and perpetual exchanges charge maker fees (for limit orders) and taker fees (for market orders). Maker fees range from -0.01% (rebates) to 0.02%, while taker fees range from 0.02% to 0.06%. Lighter offers true zero fees (0% maker/taker) on its orderbook. Variational uses an RFQ model where costs are embedded in the spread instead of explicit fees.

Question 2

What is the difference between maker and taker fees on perps?

Accepted Answer

Maker fees apply when you place limit orders that add liquidity to the order book on perp DEXs. Taker fees apply when you place market orders or aggressive limit orders that immediately execute. Makers often pay lower fees (sometimes even receive rebates on Paradex and GRVT) because they provide liquidity to the perpetual exchange.

Question 3

Which perp DEX has the lowest fees in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Lighter offers true zero fees (0% maker and 0% taker) with a CLOB orderbook. Variational uses an RFQ model with no explicit fees. Hyperliquid offers 0.01% maker fees with competitive 0.035% taker rates. GRVT and Paradex offer negative maker fees (rebates). Use our perp fees calculator to compare total costs.

Question 4

How does leverage affect perp trading fees?

Accepted Answer

Trading fees on perp DEXs are charged on the notional (leveraged) value, not your margin. A $1,000 trade with 10x leverage has a $10,000 notional value, so you pay fees on $10,000. Higher leverage means higher fee costs relative to your margin deposit on any perpetual exchange.

Question 5

How do perp DEX fees compare to Binance Futures?

Accepted Answer

Most decentralized perp exchanges have competitive or lower fees than Binance Futures. Binance charges 0.02% maker and 0.04% taker. Many perp DEXs like Lighter (0%/0%), Hyperliquid (0.01%/0.035%), and GRVT (-0.01%/0.045%) offer better rates while also providing potential airdrop rewards. Use our perp fees calculator to compare total costs.

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