Comparison
Coinfig vs CoinLedger
CoinLedger (formerly CryptoTrader.Tax) is a US-focused crypto tax platform with a large integration count and tax-software export options. Coinfig is a South-Africa-first tool built around SARS rules, ZAR valuations and provenance-grade data.
The verdict (TL;DR)
Choose CoinLedger if you file in the United States or value its large integration count and TurboTax-style exports. Choose Coinfig if you are filing with SARS: Coinfig is South-Africa-first, ZAR/SARB-aligned, gates reports behind a Data Completeness Score, and treats VALR, Luno and AltCoinTrader as first-class connectors. CoinLedger's integration count is a real advantage; Coinfig's advantage is South African depth, provenance-grade data and audit-defensible output.
Coinfig vs CoinLedger: feature comparison
| Feature | Coinfig | CoinLedger |
|---|---|---|
| South-Africa-first classification engineCoinfig was designed around SARS rules first; most global tools localise South Africa as one market among many. | Yes, purpose-built for South African tax law | Partial, global engine, strong US orientation |
| ZAR / SARB-aligned valuations | Yes, ZAR-native, SARB-aligned daily rates | Supports multiple fiat currencies |
| Cost-basis methods | FIFO + specific identification | Multiple methods including FIFO |
| Data Completeness Score / audit-defence gatingCoinfig refuses to issue a report until data completeness clears a threshold, so the output is audit-defensible. | Yes, Data Completeness Score gates every report | No documented completeness-gating score |
| African-exchange coverage (VALR, Luno, AltCoinTrader) | Yes, VALR, Luno and AltCoinTrader as first-class connectors | Connects to many global exchanges |
| Accountant directory | Yes, built-in directory of crypto-literate SA accountants | Has a tax-professional product, not an SA directory |
| DeFi / NFT breadth | Core DeFi and NFT support; breadth expanding | DeFi and NFT support |
| Jurisdictions supported | South Africa (deep); other markets on the roadmap | Many countries; US-centric reporting |
| Privacy model | Read-only API keys; data encrypted at rest | Read-only API keys; standard cloud security |
| Pricing model | Free through a trusted partner (one auto-synced account, up to 100 transactions). Starter R190/yr, Advanced R2,500/yr | Free to import; pay per tax-year report (tier structure only, so verify current pricing on their site) |
Pricing compared
Rival pricing is described by tier structure only. Crypto tax pricing changes often, so always verify current pricing on each provider's site (see Sources).
| Plan | Coinfig | CoinLedger |
|---|---|---|
| Entry / free | Free through a trusted partner: one auto-synced account, up to 100 transactions, tax report for every year | Free to import and preview (tier structure only, so verify current pricing on their site) |
| Paid plans | Starter R190/yr (1,000 tx, 5 sources), Advanced R2,500/yr (unlimited, all report types) | Pay per tax-year report, tiered by transactions (tier structure only, so verify current pricing on their site) |
| Accountant / practice | Accountant directory + multi-client workflow, client portfolio on Advanced | Tax-professional product available (tier structure only, so verify current pricing on their site) |
South African tax fit
| Aspect | Coinfig | CoinLedger |
|---|---|---|
| South African tax rules | South-Africa-first classification engine | Global engine with US-centric reporting |
| Base currency | ZAR-native, SARB-aligned rates | Supports multiple fiat currencies |
| Report format | Capital gains + income summary as filing support | US tax forms and generic reports |
Integrations & data
| Aspect | Coinfig | CoinLedger |
|---|---|---|
| African exchanges | VALR, Luno, AltCoinTrader first-class | Global exchanges; limited African specificity |
| Global exchange breadth | Focused set, expanding | Large global integration count |
| Data provenance | Own archival nodes + direct exchange APIs | Standard API and CSV imports |
Where CoinLedger is stronger
We think it's only fair to be clear about where CoinLedger genuinely leads:
- CoinLedger advertises a large number of supported exchanges and platforms.
- CoinLedger offers exports compatible with mainstream US tax-filing software.
- CoinLedger has an established US user base and tax-professional tooling.
Where Coinfig wins for South Africa
- South-Africa-first engine. Coinfig was built around South African tax rules first, not localised afterwards.
- ZAR-native, SARB-aligned valuations. Every disposal is valued in Rand against SARB-aligned daily rates.
- Provenance-grade data. Coinfig sources transactions from its own archival nodes and direct exchange APIs.
- Data Completeness Score. Reports are gated behind a completeness threshold so the output is audit-defensible.
- African-exchange moat. VALR, Luno and AltCoinTrader are first-class connectors.
- Accountant-first. A built-in directory connects you with crypto-literate South African accountants.
Coinfig vs CoinLedger: FAQ
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Sources
Every claim we make about CoinLedger is sourced below. Competitor features and pricing change over time, so please verify current details on each linked page.
- CoinLedger advertises a large number of supported exchanges and platforms.CoinLedger integrations page
- CoinLedger offers exports compatible with mainstream US tax-filing software.CoinLedger home page
- CoinLedger is free to import and charges per tax-year report.CoinLedger pricing page
This comparison reflects Coinfig's editorial view and publicly available information as at the review date. CoinLedger and other product names are trademarks of their respective owners; Coinfig is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by CoinLedger or the South African Revenue Service (SARS). Competitor features and pricing change, so please verify current details on each provider's own site. This is general information, not tax advice.