Where To Buy Bitcoin In NZ/AU

Easy Crypto

Top recommendation

EasyCrypto is a full service cryptocurrency broker in New Zealand.

The platform offers an all-inclusive service, so there are no separate brokerage charges. The price you see is what you pay. It is an NZ owned and operated company, but offers service in NZ, Australia, South Africa and Brazil.

It has an impressive offering of around 80+ currencies, including all the standards such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Solana etc, and rates are very reasonable.

You can buy instantly with NZ bank transfer, Poli, Account2Account or credit card.

EasyCrypto also allows you to send your purchases to a private wallet, which is the most secure option for holding any form of cryptocurrency.

Because of how fast and easy it is, this is always my first recommendation for NZ investors.

  • Very fair rates
  • Easy verification process
  • No fees for Bitcoin purchases
  • Instant confirmation 
  • Credit card available
  • NZFS accredited
  • NZ owned and operated
  • Fees for some coins can be high.

Independent Reserve

Independent Reserve is an Australian based exchange that serves New Zealand customers. Deposits, trading and withdrawals in NZD are available.

Fees are low (half a percent on all trades, with bonus discounts for high volume).

It has around thirty cryptocurrencies available, including all the major stablecoins.

This is easily the cheapest fiat-based exchange that allows trading in NZD, the only issue is it requires a SWIFT transfer to get started.

However, for high volume traders, or anyone trading in AUD, this is a very good option.

  • Best rates in NZ
  • Very low fees
  • Easy to use interface
  • Instant confirmation 
  • Deposits by SWIFT only
  • $20 withdrawal fee (NZD)

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES

Binance

Kucoin is a fast growing exchange that lists most major coins.

Listing requirements are less stringent on Kucoin, so many of the less established coins are listed here too.

Usually Kucoin is the place to pick up coins before they become popular.

Fees are low and the user interface is great.

  • All major cryptos
  • Credit card available
  • Very low fees
  • Interest earning account
  • Staking
  • No fiat deposits
  • High credit card fees
  • Support can be slow
  • KYC required

Crypto.com

Crypto.com is a phone app available to users in New Zealand.

Deposit is available via bank transfer or credit card and you can buy most cryptocurrencies with a few simple swipes.

It has many features such as NFT trading, daily rewards, an interest earning account, and a VISA card which can fund with your crypto.

It's a global app based out of Singapore and very popular worldwide.

  • Almost all major cryptos
  • Interest earning account
  • Daily rewards
  • Crypto debit card
  • Not based in NZ/AU
  • Support can be slow

Kucoin

Crypto.com is a phone app available to users in New Zealand.

Deposit is available via bank transfer or credit card and you can buy most cryptocurrencies with a few simple swipes.

It has many features such as NFT trading, daily rewards, an interest earning account, and a VISA card which can fund with your crypto.

It's a global app based out of Singapore and very popular worldwide.

  • Almost all major cryptos
  • Interest earning account
  • Daily rewards
  • Crypto debit card
  • No fiat deposits
  • High credit card fees
  • Support can be slow
  • KYC required