Side-by-side card comparison

OKX EEA vs ARQ: fees, rewards and account setup

OKX Card (EEA) has the higher Overall Score by 21 points (85 vs 64). OKX Card (EEA) also looks stronger for Cashback, Travel, Funds control, Lowest fees, and Transfers. The details below show where ARQ Card may still be the better personal fit.

Information checked Aug 5, 202657 official sources reviewed

01 · Make the first cut

OKX Card (EEA) is the better all-round starting point

OKX Card (EEA) has the higher Overall Score in this comparison. ARQ Card may still suit you better if its card format, way of holding funds or availability is the deciding factor. A score cannot tell you whether a provider will accept your application or whether every feature will be available where you live, so check the latest provider terms before signing up.

OverallOKX EEA85ARQ64Higher score
CashbackOKX EEA82ARQ41Higher score
TravelOKX EEA64ARQ62Higher score
Funds controlOKX EEA76ARQ52Higher score
Lowest feesOKX EEA90ARQ52Higher score
TransfersOKX EEA77ARQ75Higher score

Choose OKX Card (EEA) if cashback and travel matter most

OKX Card (EEA) comes out ahead for Cashback, Travel, Funds control, Lowest fees, and Transfers in this comparison. It is worth a closer look if those are the parts of a card you expect to use most.

  • Low documented card costs
  • Current FAQ confirms 2%-10% USDG cashback
  • Clear EU issuer and regional scope

Choose ARQ Card if its day-to-day setup suits you

ARQ Card does not lead one of the use-case scores here, but it can still be the right choice when its costs, rewards and day-to-day setup match how you plan to use it. The other card looks stronger for Cashback, Travel, Funds control, Lowest fees, and Transfers, so compare that advantage with the features you would actually use.

  • Clear four-country residence coverage
  • Virtual, physical and phone-wallet access
  • Paid tiers add cashback and earnings

The differences that could change the result

The overall score points one way, but a specific use case or product condition may point another.

Overall Score
OKX EEA85
ARQ64

OKX Card (EEA) has the higher Overall Score by 21 points.

Entry cost & FX
OKX EEA$0 plan · 0% OKX markup + Mastercard rate FX
ARQ$0 plan · Provider spread unknown; Argentina/Brazil variant charges may apply FX

The starting plan and FX figures are tied, or the providers have not published enough matching information to name a lower-cost option.

Purchase rewards
OKX EEA2% base · up to 10%
ARQ0% base · up to 2%

OKX Card (EEA) has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 0%).

Funds control
OKX EEAHybrid custody
ARQCustodial balance

OKX Card (EEA) uses a hybrid custody setup, while ARQ Card uses a custodial balance setup. Neither approach is always better, so choose the level of control you are comfortable with.

Everyday access
OKX EEAVirtual · Apple Pay, Google Pay
ARQVirtual + Physical · Apple Pay, Google Pay

ARQ Card lists more card formats and phone-wallet options (4 vs 3).

Money movement
OKX EEA3 stablecoins · Stablecoin transfers; OKX Pay contacts, Transfer to OKX Exchange
ARQ4 stablecoins · ARQ P2P; USD ACH payout

Both cards list the same number of stablecoins and ways to send money out.

02 · Read the shortlist

A closer look at the two cards

These quick facts cover the costs, rewards and everyday features most likely to shape your choice. Use the full table below when you want the finer details.

2 cards compared
Cashback
2%-10%
Plan cost
$0
FX fee
0% OKX markup + Mastercard rate
ATM fee
Not available
Card formats
Virtual
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
3 crypto · 0 fiat
Payout methods
3 crypto · 0 fiat
Cashback
0%-2%
Plan cost
$0
FX fee
Provider spread unknown; Argentina/Brazil variant charges may apply
ATM fee
1–3%
Card formats
Virtual, Physical
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
2 crypto · 2 fiat
Payout methods
0 crypto · 1 fiat

Current signup offers

Signup value available today

A welcome offer can improve the value of your first months with a card. Check the eligibility rules, qualifying actions and deadline first. Signup offers are excluded from card scores.

OKX Card (EEA)

Check in app

OKX shows the current EU referral reward before participation

  • Complete identity verification and get approved for the OKX Card.
  • Complete the number and minimum value of settled transactions shown in-app within 14 days of sign-up.

OKX Card promo codeJF37NBCF

Reward amount and tasks can change and may differ by market or user. Check the EU Card Referral page before participating.

ARQ Card

No active signup offer listed

We do not currently list an active signup offer for this card.

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03 · Compare the details

Compare the details side by side

We highlight a better number only when both cards publish values that can be compared fairly. Anything missing stays clearly marked.

Best known Not disclosed
Cards
OKX Card (EEA)Overall85
ARQ CardOverall64
01

Scores

6 fields
Overall Score
OKX Card (EEA)
85
ARQ Card
64
Cashback score
OKX Card (EEA)
82
ARQ Card
41
Travel score
OKX Card (EEA)
64
ARQ Card
62
Funds control score
OKX Card (EEA)
76
ARQ Card
52
Lowest fees score
OKX Card (EEA)
90
ARQ Card
52
Transfers score
OKX Card (EEA)
77
ARQ Card
75
02

Strengths & trade-offs

2 fields
Strengths
OKX Card (EEA)
Low documented card costs, Current FAQ confirms 2%-10% USDG cashback
ARQ Card
Clear four-country residence coverage, Virtual, physical and phone-wallet access
Trade-offs
OKX Card (EEA)
Virtual-only with no ATM access, 10% is conditional, capped VIP upside
ARQ Card
Provider FX spread remains unclear, Headline cashback requires membership
03

Costs

7 fields
Plan cost
OKX Card (EEA)
$0
ARQ Card
$0
FX fee
OKX Card (EEA)
0% OKX markup + Mastercard rate
ARQ Card
Provider spread unknown; Argentina/Brazil variant charges may apply
Top-up fee
OKX Card (EEA)
0%
ARQ Card
Standard receive: 3 USDc for USD/crypto and 3 EURc for EUR
Card spending fee
OKX Card (EEA)
0%
ARQ Card
0%
ATM fee
OKX Card (EEA)
Not available
ARQ Card
1–3%
Virtual card
OKX Card (EEA)
€0
ARQ Card
Free
Physical card
OKX Card (EEA)
Not available
ARQ Card
$4.99 Standard; $0 Premium
04

Plans

2 fields
Available plans
OKX Card (EEA)
5 plans: Regular, VIP 1, VIP 2, VIP 3 +1
ARQ Card
3 plans: Standard, Premium, Prestige
Top cashback plan
OKX Card (EEA)
VIP 4+: 10%
ARQ Card
Prestige: 2%
05

Everyday use

8 fields
Network
OKX Card (EEA)
Mastercard
ARQ Card
Mastercard
Card formats
OKX Card (EEA)
Virtual
ARQ Card
Virtual, Physical
ATM withdrawals
OKX Card (EEA)
Not available
ARQ Card
Available
Mobile wallets
OKX Card (EEA)
Apple Pay, Google Pay
ARQ Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Apps
OKX Card (EEA)
iOS, Android
ARQ Card
iOS, Android
Daily spending limit
OKX Card (EEA)
No fixed provider daily limit; user-set minimum is 1 EUR, while the regional maximum appears only in-app.
ARQ Card
Not disclosed
Monthly spending limit
OKX Card (EEA)
No fixed monthly amount is published; balance and risk controls apply.
ARQ Card
Not disclosed
ATM limit
OKX Card (EEA)
ATM withdrawals are not supported.
ARQ Card
Not disclosed
06

Funding & transfers

5 fields
Networks
OKX Card (EEA)
X Layer, Ethereum, TRON, Arbitrum, Base, Avalanche +1
ARQ Card
Ethereum, Polygon, Tron
Crypto deposits
OKX Card (EEA)
Stablecoins: USDC, USDG, USDT
ARQ Card
Stablecoins: USDC, USDT
Fiat deposits
OKX Card (EEA)
Not disclosed
ARQ Card
USD receive, EUR receive
Transfers
OKX Card (EEA)
Stablecoin transfers; OKX Pay contacts, Transfer to OKX Exchange
ARQ Card
ARQ P2P; USD ACH payout
Payout currencies
OKX Card (EEA)
Not disclosed
ARQ Card
USD
07

Rewards

3 fields
Base cashback
OKX Card (EEA)
2%
ARQ Card
0%
Max cashback
OKX Card (EEA)
10%
ARQ Card
2%
Reward currency
OKX Card (EEA)
USDG cashback
ARQ Card
USDc cashback
08

Earn

5 fields
Advertised APY
OKX Card (EEA)
Not disclosed
ARQ Card
Up to 4.5% APY
How it works
OKX Card (EEA)
Not disclosed
ARQ Card
Earn on spending balance, Optional earn vault
Separate deposit
OKX Card (EEA)
Not disclosed
ARQ Card
Yes
Use balance for spending
OKX Card (EEA)
Not disclosed
ARQ Card
No
Lock-up
OKX Card (EEA)
Not disclosed
ARQ Card
No
09

Trust & availability

4 fields
Custody
OKX Card (EEA)
Hybrid custody
ARQ Card
Custodial
Control until payment
OKX Card (EEA)
You keep control
ARQ Card
Provider controls funds
Card issuer
OKX Card (EEA)
UAB Monavate
ARQ Card
Not disclosed
Programme operator
OKX Card (EEA)
OKX Europe Limited
ARQ Card
Not disclosed
10

Sources

2 fields
Official sources
OKX Card (EEA)
21
ARQ Card
36
Last reviewed
OKX Card (EEA)
Aug 5, 2026
ARQ Card
Aug 5, 2026

04 · The takeaway

OKX Card (EEA) is the stronger all-round choice

OKX Card (EEA) finishes ahead with an Overall Score of 85 versus 64 for ARQ Card. The starting plan and FX figures are tied, or the providers have not published enough matching information to name a lower-cost option. OKX Card (EEA) has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 0%).

ARQ Card can still be the more comfortable choice if its availability, card setup or way of holding funds suits you better. OKX Card (EEA) uses a hybrid custody setup, while ARQ Card uses a custodial balance setup. Neither approach is always better, so choose the level of control you are comfortable with.

Both cards list the same number of stablecoins and ways to send money out. Before applying, confirm availability in your country and recheck the provider's current fees and reward conditions.

If one card now looks like the better fit, you can check the latest application terms on the provider site or read our full OKX Card (EEA) and ARQ Card reviews first.

05 · Common questions

OKX EEA vs ARQ FAQ

Is OKX EEA or ARQ better overall?

OKX Card (EEA) has the higher Overall Score (85 vs 64). That does not make it better for everyone: your preferred fees, rewards, way of holding funds and country availability can change the practical choice.

Which has lower fees, OKX EEA or ARQ?

The starting plan and FX figures are tied, or the providers have not published enough matching information to name a lower-cost option. Compare plan, FX, card-spend, top-up and ATM charges separately because one fee does not represent the full cost.

Which has better cashback, OKX EEA or ARQ?

OKX Card (EEA) has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 0%). Maximum rates may depend on tiers, caps, categories or other conditions, so the entry rate and reward asset matter too.

How do OKX EEA and ARQ differ on custody?

OKX Card (EEA) uses a hybrid custody setup, while ARQ Card uses a custodial balance setup. Neither approach is always better, so choose the level of control you are comfortable with.

How current is this OKX EEA vs ARQ comparison?

The latest information check for these two cards was August 5, 2026, using 57 official sources in total. Each full card review lists its own check date, sources and anything the provider has not clearly disclosed.

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