Bybit or Gate — which is the better deal? Fees are close (perp taker ~0.05%–0.055%); the difference is rebate — via Quant Nova, Gate up to 70% and Bybit up to 40%. Want the highest rebate anywhere? Pick Gate. Prefer Bybit's perp interface and derivatives? Pick Bybit. Bybit's code is NOVA888; Gate's is QUANTXXX.
Quick verdict
- Fees: Gate perp taker ~0.05%, Bybit ~0.055%.
- Rebate: Gate up to 70% (20% auto + up to 50% extra); Bybit up to 40% (single combined rate).
- Character: Gate has a wide coin selection and fast listings; Bybit has a mature perp interface and rich derivatives.
- Best for: highest rebate → Gate; prefer Bybit's product → Bybit.
Fee comparison
At standard (VIP0) tier, Gate perp taker is ~0.05% and Bybit ~0.055%, with maker lower on both; actual fees depend on your VIP level. The gap is small — rebate is what really separates them.
Rebate comparison (this is the gap)
Say you generate 400 USDT of perp fees this month:
- Gate (up to 70%): up to 280 USDT back.
- Bybit (up to 40%): up to 160 USDT back.
- Default 20% only: 80 USDT back.
Both beat the default 20%; Gate's rate is clearly higher. For why rebate can exceed 20%, see this article.
Which should you pick?
- Choose Gate: you want the highest rebate anywhere (70%) and often trade diverse or newly listed coins.
- Choose Bybit: you prefer its mature perp interface and derivatives; 40% still far beats the default 20%.
- Want both? Bind both and manage all rebates in one place on Quant Nova.
How to bind and earn
New users register: Gate with code QUANTXXX via its dedicated link, Bybit with code NOVA888 via its dedicated link, then bind your UID on the rebate platform (Quant Nova). Existing users re-bind: Gate re-bind guide, Bybit re-bind guide.
FAQ
Which has the higher rebate, Bybit or Gate?
Gate — up to 70% via Quant Nova (20% auto + up to 50% extra); Bybit is up to 40% (single combined rate). Both beat the exchange default of ~20%.
How different are Bybit and Gate fees?
Small — Gate perp taker ~0.05%, Bybit ~0.055%, maker lower, varying by VIP level. The gap is far smaller than the difference rebate makes.
Why is Bybit a single rate?
Bybit's rebate is a single combined rate (up to 40%) rather than 20% auto plus extra like Gate, so it's shown as one number.
Why isn't Gate's code NOVA888?
Gate's referral code is QUANTXXX (the other exchanges use NOVA888). It's the correct Gate code — just enter it at sign-up.
Can I still earn if I already have an account?
Yes — re-bind your existing account to the code. Codes can't be added later, so existing users follow the re-bind guides above.
Fees and rebate rates may change; the exchanges' official pages and the live Quant Nova platform are authoritative. This article is for information only and is not investment advice.