SimpleSwapvsChangeNOW

Swap services with a fixed rate

Services that offer a fixed rate, with the lock window each one states. 8 of 8 services in this directory: SimpleSwap, ChangeNOW, Changelly, FixedFloat, Exolix, StealthEX, SideShift.ai, Swapzone.

Side by side

ServiceFixed-rate windowFloating rateFee, as stated
SimpleSwap20 minYesFrom 0.2%, built into the quoted rate
ChangeNOWLock window not statedYesNo single %, built into the quoted rate
Other services
Changelly15 min (20 for some coins)Yes0.25% floating; dynamic on fixed
Exolix60 minNot statedBuilt into the quoted rate
FixedFloat10 minYes1% fixed, 0.5% floating
SideShift.ai15 minYesBuilt into the quoted rate, no % published
StealthEXUsually 15 to 30 minYesFixed fee per swap, no % published
SwapzoneSet by each partnerYes0% Swapzone fee; partner fees in the rate

Service by service

SimpleSwap

Self-custodial multi-source swap aggregator · since 2018

SimpleSwap is a self-custodial multi-source swap aggregator: one custody model, 2,800+ swappable assets, routing across 20+ CEX and DEX liquidity providers.

Fixed-rate window
20 min
Floating rate
Yes
Fee, as stated
From 0.2%, built into the quoted rate
What stands out
  • Aggregates 20+ CEX and DEX providers per order
  • Fixed rate locked for 20 minutes
  • Engine embedded in 6,000+ partner products
Good fit if
  • You want one order routed across several liquidity sources
  • You want a fixed rate held for 20 min
  • You want to choose from 2,800+ listed assets

ChangeNOW

Instant exchange · since 2017

ChangeNOW is an instant exchange with 1,500+ assets that pairs non-custodial swaps with an optional custodial product, ChangeNOW Pro, and a wider set of side tools such as payment links and limit orders.

Fixed-rate window
Lock window not stated
Floating rate
Yes
Fee, as stated
No single %, built into the quoted rate
What stands out
  • Optional custodial account with internal transfers
  • Payment links and limit orders
  • 13,500+ Trustpilot reviews (October 2026)
Good fit if
  • You want to choose from 1,500+ listed assets
  • You swap Monero (XMR)
  • You also want to buy crypto with fiat through partners

Changelly

Instant exchange · since 2015

Changelly is an instant exchange operating since 2015. It lists 1,000+ to 1,200+ assets, offers fixed and floating rates, with a fixed rate held for 15 min (20 for some coins) and states its fee as 0.25% floating; dynamic on fixed.

Fixed-rate window
15 min (20 for some coins)
Floating rate
Yes
Fee, as stated
0.25% floating; dynamic on fixed
What stands out
  • Operating since 2015
  • Published 0.25% fee on floating swaps
  • Fiat via 15+ providers
Good fit if
  • You want a fixed rate held for 15 min (20 for some coins)
  • You want to choose from 1,000+ to 1,200+ listed assets
  • You swap Monero (XMR)

Exolix

Liquidity aggregator · since 2018

Exolix is a liquidity aggregator operating since 2018. It lists 435+ assets and offers fixed rates, with a fixed rate held for 60 min.

Fixed-rate window
60 min
Floating rate
Not stated
Fee, as stated
Built into the quoted rate
What stands out
  • Fixed rate held for 60 minutes
  • No maximum exchange limit
  • Liquidity from 50+ centralized exchanges
Good fit if
  • You want one order routed across several liquidity sources
  • You want a fixed rate held for 60 min
  • You want to choose from 435+ listed assets

FixedFloat

Instant exchange · since 2018

FixedFloat is an instant exchange operating since 2018. It offers fixed and floating rates, with a fixed rate held for 10 min and states its fee as 1% fixed, 0.5% floating.

Fixed-rate window
10 min
Floating rate
Yes
Fee, as stated
1% fixed, 0.5% floating
What stands out
  • Bitcoin Lightning Network swaps
  • 14 site languages
Good fit if
  • You want a fixed rate held for 10 min
  • You swap Monero (XMR)
  • You want a stated fee: 1% fixed, 0.5% floating

SideShift.ai

Instant exchange · since 2018

SideShift.ai is an instant exchange operating since 2018. It lists 200+ to 300+ assets and offers fixed and floating rates, with a fixed rate held for 15 min.

Fixed-rate window
15 min
Floating rate
Yes
Fee, as stated
Built into the quoted rate, no % published
What stands out
  • Integrated into Trezor Suite, Edge and Bitcoin.com wallets
  • Own XAI token with referral rewards
  • Telegram bot for swaps
Good fit if
  • You want a fixed rate held for 15 min
  • You want to choose from 200+ to 300+ listed assets

StealthEX

Instant exchange · since 2018

StealthEX is an instant exchange operating since 2018. It lists 2,000+ assets and offers fixed and floating rates, with a fixed rate held for usually 15 to 30 min.

Fixed-rate window
Usually 15 to 30 min
Floating rate
Yes
Fee, as stated
Fixed fee per swap, no % published
What stands out
  • No upper limit on swap amounts
  • A floating swap fails if the rate moves more than 5%
  • Card purchases via partners
Good fit if
  • You want a fixed rate held for usually 15 to 30 min
  • You want to choose from 2,000+ listed assets
  • You swap Monero (XMR)

Swapzone

Exchange aggregator · since 2019

Swapzone is an exchange aggregator operating since 2019. It lists 1,000+ to 3,000+ assets, offers fixed and floating rates and states its fee as 0% Swapzone fee; partner fees in the rate.

Fixed-rate window
Set by each partner
Floating rate
Yes
Fee, as stated
0% Swapzone fee; partner fees in the rate
What stands out
  • Compares offers from 15+ instant exchanges, incl. SimpleSwap and ChangeNOW
  • KYC frequency label on each offer
  • No fee of its own
Good fit if
  • You want to compare offers from several exchanges in one window
  • You want to choose from 1,000+ to 3,000+ listed assets
  • You swap Monero (XMR)

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Questions

Which swap services offer a fixed rate?

All 8 services in this directory: SimpleSwap, ChangeNOW, Changelly, FixedFloat, Exolix, StealthEX, SideShift.ai, Swapzone.

Does SimpleSwap offer a fixed rate?

Yes. SimpleSwap holds a fixed rate for 20 min.

Does ChangeNOW offer a fixed rate?

Yes. ChangeNOW offers fixed and floating rates; the lock window is not stated.

How long is a fixed rate held?

It depends on the service. SimpleSwap: 20 min; ChangeNOW: lock window not stated; Changelly: 15 min (20 for some coins); FixedFloat: 10 min; Exolix: 60 min; StealthEX: usually 15 to 30 min; SideShift.ai: 15 min; Swapzone: set by each partner.

What is the difference between a fixed and a floating rate?

A floating rate settles at execution, so the amount you receive can move with the market. A fixed rate locks the price for a set window in exchange for a slightly wider spread.

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