Crypto & Banking

Stellar XLM withdrawal fees 5 XLM at BetWhale vs 1 XLM at Cafe Casino

JKJen K.Leader✔ verified1 hour ago1016 views

Been testing Stellar XLM withdrawals across different platforms and found a significant fee difference. BetWhale charges 5 XLM per withdrawal while Cafe Casino only charges 1 XLM.

Considering XLM network fees are typically under 0.00001 XLM, both casinos are marking up substantially, but BetWhale's 5x higher fee is notable. For anyone making regular XLM withdrawals, this adds up quickly.

Anyone else noticed this pattern with other Stellar-supporting casinos? The 4 XLM difference might influence where I play going forward.

5 replies

5
MDMark D.Regular✔ verified50 minutes ago
That's a huge markup difference. I stick with Bitcoin mostly, but when I tried XLM at BetWhale last month, that 5 XLM fee definitely stung. Network fee is basically free, so they're pocketing almost all of it.

Cafe Casino's 1 XLM is still a markup but way more reasonable. Have you checked withdrawal processing times between the two? Sometimes higher fees mean faster processing.
16
ATAnna T.Regular41 minutes ago
I've been using XLM at Wild Casino and they charge 2 XLM per withdrawal. Sits right between your two examples. Processing usually takes 30-45 minutes.

The fee structure seems random across platforms. Some charge flat fees, others percentage-based. With Stellar being so cheap to transact, these casino fees feel excessive regardless of the amount.
22
MRMike R.Member✔ verified30 minutes ago
BetWhale's 5 XLM fee is ridiculous when you consider that's about $0.50-0.60 depending on price. For smaller withdrawals under $100, you're looking at a 0.5%+ fee just for using their service.

I've moved most of my Stellar activity to Cafe Casino after discovering their lower fee structure. Their customer service confirmed the 1 XLM fee is fixed regardless of withdrawal amount.
12
JPJess P.RegularAccepted answer20 minutes ago
This is exactly why I research withdrawal fees before depositing anywhere. BetWhale might have good game selection, but those fees add up over time.

Pro tip: Always check the withdrawal page before making your first deposit. Some casinos bury these fees in their terms, but the smart move is knowing upfront what you'll pay to get your winnings out.
5
JKJen K.Leader✔ verified11 minutes ago
Good point about checking processing times. In my experience, Cafe Casino's 1 XLM withdrawals process in 20-40 minutes, while BetWhale's 5 XLM ones take 45-60 minutes. So you're paying more and waiting longer.

Might test a few more platforms this week to see if there's an even better option for XLM users.

Play smart. Play responsibly.