Brand Disambiguation
CoinExchange.Cash vs CoinEx vs CoinExchange.io
These are three completely different platforms. Here's what you need to know.
Quick Summary
- ✓CoinExchange.Cash (this site) — P2P exchange with 2-of-3 multisig escrow, launched 2024
- ≠CoinEx.com — Centralized custody exchange based in Hong Kong, launched 2017
- ≠CoinExchange.io — Defunct centralized exchange, shut down in 2020
Detailed Comparison
CoinExchange.Cash
Website: coinexchange.cash
- Type: Non-custodial P2P exchange
- Founded: 2024
- Security: 2-of-3 multisig escrow smart contracts
- Custody: Non-custodial — you control your keys
- Verification: Varies by activity; some features wallet-only, others may require verification
- Trading: Peer-to-peer direct trading with other users
- Features: P2P trades, CXCash privacy coin, private swaps, P2P lending, prediction markets, slots
- Payment Methods: Cash App, Zelle, PayID, PIX, bank transfer, cash, PayPal, and other listed methods
CoinEx.com
Website: coinex.com (external site — not affiliated)
- Type: Centralized custody exchange
- Founded: 2017
- Location: Hong Kong
- Custody: Custodial — platform holds your funds
- Verification: KYC required for most features
- Trading: Order book trading against the exchange's liquidity
- Features: Spot trading, futures, margin, mining pools
- Payment Methods: Card, bank transfer (deposit/withdrawal to exchange wallet)
CoinExchange.io
Status: Defunct (shut down December 2020)
- Type: Was a centralized altcoin exchange
- Founded: ~2016
- Shut Down: December 15, 2020
- Reason: Low trading volume and regulatory concerns
- Warning: Any site claiming to be "CoinExchange.io" today is likely a scam
Key Differences at a Glance
| Feature | CoinExchange.Cash | CoinEx.com | CoinExchange.io |
|---|---|---|---|
| Status | ✓ Active (2024) | Active (2017) | ✗ Defunct (2020) |
| Custody | Non-custodial | Custodial | Was custodial |
| Trading Model | P2P with escrow | Order book | Was order book |
| Payment Rails | Cash App, Zelle, PayID, PIX, 100+ | Card, bank (to exchange) | N/A |
| Smart Contracts | ✓ 2-of-3 multisig | ✗ Centralized | ✗ Was centralized |
| Privacy Features | ✓ CXCash, Private Swap/Send | ✗ None | ✗ None |
Why the Confusion?
All three platforms use similar names with "coin" and "exchange," but they're completely separate entities:
- •CoinExchange.Cash emphasizes "Cash" and uses the .cash domain. We're focused on P2P fiat-to-crypto rails like Cash App, Zelle, and PIX.
- •CoinEx is a well-established centralized exchange with a .com domain. They operate out of Hong Kong and offer traditional exchange services.
- •CoinExchange.io used the .io domain and is no longer operational. If you see references to it, they're outdated or potentially scams.
Which One Should You Use?
Choose CoinExchange.Cash if:
- ✓You want non-custodial P2P trading
- ✓You prefer payment rails like Cash App, Zelle, PayID, or PIX
- ✓You need privacy features (CXCash, private swaps)
- ✓You want escrow-protected trades
- ✓You're looking for a LocalMonero/Paxful alternative
Choose CoinEx.com if:
- •You prefer traditional order book trading
- •You want futures and margin trading
- •You're comfortable with custodial exchanges
- •You don't need fiat payment rails
Note: CoinEx.com is an external platform not affiliated with CoinExchange.Cash.