Basewallet vs SpaceTrade: Which Should You Trade With?
Score by dimension
| Dimension | Basewallet | SpaceTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Gift card rates | 9.2 / 10Basewallet wins | 8.6 / 10 |
| Payout speed | 7.5 / 10 | 7.5 / 10 |
| Trade experience | 8.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Support & disputes | 7.6 / 10 | 8.0 / 10SpaceTrade wins |
| KYC & onboarding | 7.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10SpaceTrade wins |
| Product quality | 8.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Other features | 8.5 / 10 | 8.6 / 10SpaceTrade wins |
| Security & trust | 8.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Reputation | 8.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| App reviews | 9.3 / 10Basewallet wins | 9.2 / 10 |
| Overall | 8.1 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
Side-by-side facts
| Detail | Basewallet | SpaceTrade |
|---|---|---|
| Rate received (latest test) | Basewallet displayed a rate of ₦1,150.12 per $1 and an expected payout of ₦23,002.40 for our $20 US Razer Gold e-code. The wallet received ₦23,002. A ₦100 withdrawal fee was charged. | SpaceTrade applied ₦1,130 per dollar to our $20 US Razer Gold e-code, producing ₦22,600. A ₦100 withdrawal fee was charged, so ₦22,500 reached the bank. |
| Tested payout time (latest test) | 9 minutes | 8 minutes |
| Bank withdrawal time (latest test) | 1 minute | 1 minute |
| Support first response | 7 minutes | 2 minutes |
| KYC time | 15 minutes | 2 minutes |
| Payout methods | Bank transfer | Bank transfer |
| Gift card types | Amazon, AMEX, Apple / iTunes, eBay, Footlocker, GameStop, Google Play, Nike, PlayStation, Razer Gold, Roblox, Sephora, Steam, Vanilla, Xbox | AMEX, Apple / iTunes, Footlocker, PlayStation, Razer Gold, Sephora, Steam |
| KYC requirements | Basewallet asked for BVN, a government-issued ID and proof of address. We completed the BVN and NIN stages, including two selfies, in about 15 minutes. We couldn't complete the address stage because the state list didn't load. | SpaceTrade requested BVN or NIN for Level 2 and a selfie with a government-issued ID for Level 3. Approval took about 30 seconds for Level 2 and one minute for Level 3. |
| Fee structure | ₦100 withdrawal fee | The $20 card produced ₦22,600 at ₦1,130 per dollar. A ₦100 withdrawal fee reduced the bank payment to ₦22,500. |
Frequently asked questions
Is Basewallet or SpaceTrade better overall?
SpaceTrade is better overall. It scores 8.2 out of 10 against 8.1 for Basewallet, based on our own trades on both platforms.
Which gives a better gift card rate, Basewallet or SpaceTrade?
Basewallet rated better on the card we traded. Our gift card rates score is 9.2 for Basewallet and 8.6 for SpaceTrade. Rates move daily and vary by card type and denomination, so compare rates per dollar before you sell.
Which pays out faster, Basewallet or SpaceTrade?
SpaceTrade paid out faster in our test: 8 minutes to complete the trade against 9 minutes on Basewallet. That is the tested payout time, measured from card submission to the trade value being credited; a later bank withdrawal is recorded separately.
Which has faster customer support, Basewallet or SpaceTrade?
SpaceTrade replied first. Support took 2 minutes to answer at SpaceTrade and 7 minutes at Basewallet when we contacted them during testing.
Is verification quicker on Basewallet or SpaceTrade?
SpaceTrade verified us more quickly, taking 2 minutes against 15 minutes on Basewallet.