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Comparing against
MetaMask
Self-custody browser extension and mobile wallet for Ethereum and EVM networks.
- Custody
- Self-custody
- Chains
- Ethereum and EVM networks
- Platforms
- Extension, iOS, Android
- Swap fee
- Not verified
- US availability
- Not verified
- Open source
- Yes
Looking for apps like MetaMask? Below are six MetaMask alternatives and competitors, from EVM browser extensions to mobile multichain wallets, compared on supported chains, custody, security features and platforms. Start with the part of MetaMask you want to replace: the extension, the mobile app or the chain coverage.
Full disclosure: some wallets listed may pay us a referral commission. Rankings follow the criteria in our methodology and are never sold.
Key takeaways
- 01Rabby — best for DeFi users: simulates each transaction before you sign.
- 02Phantom — best for Solana users: covers Solana, Ethereum, Base, Polygon, Sui and Bitcoin in one app.
- 03Trust Wallet — best for mobile-first use: one mobile app for EVM and many non-EVM chains.
- 04Base App — best for Coinbase users: easy transfers from a Coinbase exchange account.
- !Switching? Import your seed phrase only into the official app from the developer’s site, never into a web form.
What is MetaMask?
MetaMask is a self-custody wallet available as a browser extension and a mobile app. It connects to Ethereum and other EVM networks and is the wallet many dApps test against first.
How we picked these alternatives
- 01Supported chains — EVM, Solana, Bitcoin and others, from each wallet’s own documentation.
- 02Custody — who controls the keys. Every pick on this list is self-custody.
- 03Swap fee — the wallet’s own fee on in-app swaps, from its fee page, with the date we checked it.
- 04Security features — transaction preview, scam warnings, open-source code.
- 05US availability — from each wallet’s terms of service, with the date we checked it.
- 06Platforms — browser extension, iOS, Android, desktop app.
Why look for a MetaMask alternative?
Fees on in-app swaps
MetaMask adds its own service fee on top of network gas for swaps made inside the wallet. If you swap often, compare that fee with the wallet you are moving to, or swap directly on a DEX.
Limited support outside EVM networks
MetaMask is built around Ethereum-style networks. If you also hold Solana or Bitcoin, a multichain wallet means one app instead of several.
Hard-to-read signing prompts
Raw approval requests are a common way wallets get drained. Wallets with transaction simulation show what will leave your balance before you sign.
MetaMask alternatives compared
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| Wallet | Best for | Swap fee | US access | Chains | Security | Custody |
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| MetaMask ORIGINAL | Baseline | Not verified | Not verified | Ethereum and EVM networks | Open source, phishing detection | Self-custody |
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| Rabby | DeFi on EVM networks | Not verified | Not verified | EVM networks | Transaction simulation | Self-custody |
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| Phantom | Solana plus other chains | Not verified | Not verified | Solana, EVM, Sui, Bitcoin | Scam-token warnings | Self-custody |
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| Trust Wallet | Mobile, many chains | Not verified | Not verified | EVM and many non-EVM chains | Security scanner on transactions | Self-custody |
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| Base App | Coinbase exchange users | Not verified | Not verified | EVM and Solana | Passkey option | Self-custody |
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| Rainbow | Ethereum and L2s on mobile | Not verified | Not verified | Ethereum and L2s | Open source | Self-custody |
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| Zerion | Tracking a portfolio | Not verified | Not verified | EVM and Solana | Transaction preview | Self-custody |
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Swap fee = the wallet’s own fee on in-app swaps, excluding network gas. “Not verified” means we have not yet checked the value against the wallet’s own documentation.
The 6 best MetaMask alternatives
An EVM wallet from the DeBank team. Unlike MetaMask, it simulates every transaction and shows the balance change before you sign, and it switches to the right network for each dApp automatically.
vs MetaMask
- ▲ Transaction preview: Better
- ▲ Network switching: Better
- = Non-EVM chains: Equal
- Balance-change preview before signing
- Picks the right network for each dApp
#2P
Phantom
Best for Solana users
Started as a Solana wallet and now also covers Ethereum, Base, Polygon, Sui and Bitcoin. A fit if most of your assets live outside EVM networks, which MetaMask only partly supports.
vs MetaMask
- ▲ Solana support: Better
- ▼ EVM network choice: Worse
- = Custody: Equal
- Solana, Bitcoin and EVM in one app
- Built-in scam-token warnings
#3T
Trust Wallet
Best for mobile-first use
A mobile-first wallet covering EVM and many non-EVM chains, with a browser extension added later. Pick it if you mostly use crypto on your phone and hold coins across many networks.
vs MetaMask
- ▲ Chain coverage: Better
- ▼ Browser dApp use: Worse
- = Custody: Equal
- One app for many chains
- Staking for some coins inside the app
#4B
Base App
Formerly Coinbase WalletBest for Coinbase users
A self-custody wallet from Coinbase, formerly called Coinbase Wallet, separate from the exchange account. Useful if you buy on Coinbase and want to hold the keys yourself.
vs MetaMask
- ▲ Exchange link: Better
- ▼ dApp testing: Worse
- = Custody: Equal
- Transfers from a Coinbase account
- Passkey sign-in option
#5R
Rainbow
Best for L2s on mobile
A mobile-first Ethereum wallet focused on L2 networks, with a clean view of tokens and NFTs. A narrower network list than MetaMask, but simpler for everyday use.
vs MetaMask
- ▲ Mobile interface: Better
- ▼ Network coverage: Worse
- = Open source: Equal
- Clear token and NFT views
- L2 networks ready out of the box
#6Z
Zerion
Best for portfolio view
A wallet built around a portfolio dashboard that shows tokens and DeFi positions across chains. Pick it if you mostly want to see and manage what you already hold.
vs MetaMask
- ▲ Portfolio view: Better
- ▲ Transaction preview: Better
- = Custody: Equal
- DeFi positions in one view
- Works on EVM networks and Solana
Which MetaMask alternative should you choose?
For most EVM users: Rabby. For Solana: Phantom. For one mobile app across many chains: Trust Wallet.
Bottom line
If you stay on EVM networks and want clearer signing, Rabby is the closest upgrade. If your assets are mostly on Solana, Phantom fits better. If you live on your phone and hold coins on many networks, Trust Wallet covers the most ground.
Educational content, not financial advice. Crypto assets are volatile; do your own research.
How to move from MetaMask safely
- 1Write your MetaMask seed phrase on paper and check every word.
- 2Install the new wallet only from its official site or app store listing.
- 3Create a new wallet with a fresh seed phrase instead of importing the old one.
- 4Send a small test amount from MetaMask to the new address, then the rest.
- 5Revoke old token approvals from MetaMask with a revoke tool before you stop using it.
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MetaMask alternatives: FAQ
What is the best MetaMask alternative?
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For most EVM users, Rabby: it works with the same dApps and previews every transaction before you sign. For Solana-first users, Phantom.
Is Rabby better than MetaMask?
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For DeFi on EVM networks, often yes: it simulates transactions and switches networks automatically. MetaMask is still the wallet most dApps test against first.
Is there a MetaMask alternative for Solana?
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Yes. Phantom supports Solana natively and also covers Ethereum and Bitcoin. MetaMask focuses on EVM networks.
Can I use my MetaMask seed phrase in another wallet?
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Yes, most wallets on this list import a standard 12- or 24-word phrase. Only do it in the official app, and consider moving funds to a new phrase afterwards.
Which MetaMask alternative works best on mobile?
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Trust Wallet and Rainbow are built mobile-first. Trust Wallet covers more chains; Rainbow is simpler on Ethereum L2s.
What changed in this list
Sep 2026First version of the list: six wallets. Swap fees and US availability are being verified.