Best Hardware Wallets (Cold Storage)
- Ledger (Nano S Plus & Nano X)
• Assets supported: 5,500+
• Connectivity: USB (S Plus), USB & Bluetooth (Nano X)
• Price range: $79–$399
• Highlights: Integrates seamlessly with major software wallets (e.g. Crypto com Onchain, Guarda), offers two‑factor authentication, mobile and desktop companion apps, and a rich library of educational content. [NerdWallet: Finance smarter] - Trezor (Model One & Model T)
• Assets supported: 9,000+
• Connectivity: USB only (no Bluetooth for extra security)
• Price:** Model One ≈$49; Model T ≈$169 (touchscreen)
• Highlights: Fully open‑source firmware, built‑in staking and purchase options, broad integrations (e.g. Exodus), and a deliberately “air‑gapped” design to minimize attack vectors. [NerdWallet: Finance smarter] - Bitkey (by Block, Inc.)
• Assets supported:Bitcoin only (multisig)
• Launch date: December 7, 2023
• Price:$150 upfront
•Highlights:Two‑of‑three multisignature model (you hold two keys, Block holds one).