Wallet directory
Ledger
Best for: Mainstream multi-asset hardware
The most widely sold hardware wallet family. Secure-element based; firmware is partly closed-source, which purists weigh against the polish.
Ledger is the most widely sold hardware wallet family, built around a secure element and a polished multi-asset app. Its scale means broad support and integrations that smaller devices lack.
The debate around it is firmware: parts are closed-source, which purists weigh against the convenience and hardware security. If you want the mainstream, widely-supported option and are comfortable with that trade-off, it is a capable device; if open-source-everything is a requirement, choose accordingly.
Other self-custody wallets
Aqua
Cheap everyday balances via Liquid + Lightning
BitBox02
Bitcoin-only hardware, simple setup
Bitkey
Beginners who want self-custody with recovery built in
Blockstream App (Green)
One wallet from mobile starter to Jade-paired cold storage
Blockstream Jade
Open-source hardware on a budget
BlueWallet
Simple on-chain mobile + watch-only
Quick answers
- Is Ledger custodial or self-custody?
- Ledger is self-custodial — you hold the keys, and no company can freeze or move your bitcoin.
- Does Ledger require KYC?
- No — Ledger requires no identity verification to use.
- Does Ledger support Lightning?
- No — Ledger is on-chain only.
- Is Ledger open source?
- Ledger is not fully open source (closed or only partially published).
- What platforms does Ledger run on?
- Ledger runs on Hardware.
Facts describe the core product and can change — always verify on the official site before moving significant sats. Got it set up? Find places that take Bitcoin near you or check your country's Bitcoin tax rules.