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SimpleSwap vs StealthEX

Side by side from the facts on each listing, checked by XMRList. Latest check 1 Nov 2026. Grades come from a public rubric; sponsorship is never an input.

Key differences

  • StealthEX grades higher (A vs B).
  • KYC: SimpleSwap is "Optional / sometimes", StealthEX is "None".
BSimpleSwap AStealthEX
XMRList gradeB · Good, one trade-offA · Strong
StatusVerifiedVerified
TypeInstant SwapsInstant Swaps
KYCOptional / sometimesNone
Accepts XMR directlyYesYes
Tor (.onion) addressNoNo
Operating since20182018
Based inMarshall IslandsCayman Islands
Uptime, last 30 days100%100%
User reviews2.8/5 from 63.6/5 from 5
Facts last checked1 Nov 20261 Nov 2026
Strengths
  • No account needed
  • Many XMR pairs
  • Mobile apps available
  • No account or email
  • No upper limit on floating-rate swaps
  • Android app available
Caveats
  • Transactions can be held for KYC checks
  • Flagged transactions may need KYC
  • Card purchases above $700 require ID
Bottom lineSimpleSwap rates B: Monero confirmed on its own site and verified by XMRList editors, with one trade-off: KYC can be required for some orders.StealthEX earns an A: Monero confirmed on its own site, no KYC published and verified by XMRList editors.

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