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Comparing against
SafePal
Hardware wallets (S1, X1, S1 Pro) plus a free self-custody mobile wallet app.
- Chains
- Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Chain and many other networks
- Platforms
- Hardware, iOS, Android
- Custody
- Self-custody
- Pricing
- S1 $49.99; X1 $69.99; S1 Pro $89.99
- Company
- SAFEPAL LTD.
- US availability
- Yes
The closest SafePal alternative is the Keystone 3 Pro: like the SafePal S1 it signs over QR codes, it lists at $149, and its firmware is public on GitHub. Below are six hardware wallets compared on list price, signing method, open-source code and platforms.
Key takeaways
- 01Keystone — Best air-gapped swap: air-gapped QR signing with firmware on GitHub.
- 02Trezor — Best open-source pick: firmware on GitHub and desktop apps.
- 03Ledger — best for chain coverage: Ledger Wallet covers 100+ chains on desktop and mobile.
- 04Arculus — Best card format: metal NFC card, $99 list price.
- !Switching? Revoke token approvals you no longer need before you leave the old app.
What is SafePal?
SafePal makes hardware wallets and a free wallet app. The air-gapped S1 lists at $49.99, the Bluetooth X1 at $69.99 and the S1 Pro at $89.99, excluding VAT and duty. The app works alone as a hot wallet or as the device companion. SafePal has its own token, SFP. See the full SafePal profile →
How we picked these alternatives
- 01List price — the maker's own shop price, checked Sep 26, 2026.
- 02Signing method — air-gapped QR codes, USB cable, Bluetooth or NFC card tap.
- 03Open-source code — whether the firmware is public on GitHub.
- 04Supported chains — chain and token counts from each maker's site.
- 05Platforms — which phone and desktop apps the device works with.
Why look for a SafePal alternative?
01Open source only on the X1
SafePal describes the X1 as fully open-sourced, but not the S1 line. If you want firmware you can read for the model you own, Trezor and Keystone publish theirs on GitHub.
02Prices exclude VAT and duty
The $49.99 S1, $69.99 X1 and $89.99 S1 Pro are listed excluding VAT and duty, so the price at checkout can be higher than the sticker.
03The app alone is a hot wallet
The free SafePal app used without a device keeps keys on the phone with no hardware isolation. If that is how you use it, a dedicated hardware wallet removes that risk.
SafePal alternatives compared
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| Name | Best for | Chains | Custody | US availability |
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| SafePal ORIGINAL | Baseline | Bitcoin, Ethereum, BNB Chain and many other networks | Self-custody | Yes |
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| Keystone | QR signing, open firmware | Bitcoin, Ethereum and 5,500+ assets | Self-custody | Available: terms restrict only sanctioned jurisdictions |
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| Trezor | Open firmware since 2013 | Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and thousands of tokens | Self-custody | Available: Trezor Shop ships US orders from US fulfillment centers |
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| Ledger | 100+ chains | 100+ chains via Ledger Wallet | Self-custody | Yes |
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| Arculus | Metal card, no battery | 50+ blockchains | Self-custody | Yes |
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| DCENT | Fingerprint sign-in | 100 mainnets | Self-custody | Yes |
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| NGRAVE | Premium air-gapped | 15 coins plus Ethereum and MultiversX tokens | Self-custody | Available: official US store ships to the United States, prices in USD |
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The 6 best SafePal alternatives
#1K
Keystone
Best air-gapped swap
Keystone signs over QR codes like the S1, and adds a 4-inch touchscreen, three secure element chips and firmware on GitHub. Limitation: the 3 Pro lists at $149, and daily use runs through a third-party software wallet.
vs SafePal
- = Signing method: Equal
- ▲ Open-source firmware: Better
- ▼ List price: Worse
- Firmware public on GitHub
- Works with 45+ software wallets, per its site
#2T
Trezor
Best open-source pick
Trezor has sold hardware wallets since 2013, publishes its firmware on GitHub and supports Windows, macOS and Linux as well as phones. Limitation: the Safe 5 lists at $129 and connects by USB-C cable, not air-gapped QR.
vs SafePal
- ▲ Open-source firmware: Better
- ▲ Desktop apps: Better
- ▼ List price: Worse
- Firmware public on GitHub
- Windows, macOS and Linux support
Ledger's lineup (Nano, Flex, Stax) runs through the Ledger Wallet app, which covers 100+ chains and has desktop builds. Limitation: the Flex lists at $249, device firmware is not on GitHub, and Ledger had a customer data breach in July 2020.
vs SafePal
- ▲ Desktop apps: Better
- ▼ List price: Worse
- = Custody: Equal
- Ledger Wallet app covers 100+ chains
- App source public on GitHub (MIT)
Arculus is a metal card you tap to your phone; each transaction needs a 6-digit PIN and the card. It supports 10,000+ coins on 50+ blockchains. Limitation: it lists at $99, works only through the Arculus app, and its card lists the app for iOS only.
vs SafePal
- ▼ List price: Worse
- = Custody: Equal
- No battery or charging
- Card fits in a regular wallet
#5D
DCENT
Best for fingerprint sign-in
DCENT from IoTrust offers a Biometric Wallet with fingerprint sign-in and lists 100 mainnets and 10,000+ tokens, with swaps and DeFi tracking in the app. Limitation: devices start at $230, and in-app swaps route through third-party providers.
vs SafePal
- = Mobile platforms: Equal
- ▼ List price: Worse
- = Custody: Equal
- Fingerprint sign-in on the Biometric model
- Lists 100 mainnets and 10,000+ tokens
#6N
NGRAVE
Best premium air-gapped
NGRAVE's ZERO is air-gapped like the S1 and signs over QR codes with the LIQUID app, on a 4-inch touchscreen. Limitation: it lists at 398 euros and supports 15 coins plus Ethereum and MultiversX tokens.
vs SafePal
- = Signing method: Equal
- = Mobile platforms: Equal
- Air-gapped, signs over QR codes
- GRAPHENE steel backup add-on (148 euros)
Which SafePal alternative should you choose?
For air-gapped QR signing with open firmware: Keystone 3 Pro ($149). For open firmware with desktop apps: Trezor Safe 5 ($129). For the widest chain list: Ledger.
Bottom line
If you like the S1's air-gapped QR signing but want firmware you can read, Keystone is the closest swap, at $149 against $49.99 for the S1. If you would rather sign by cable and use a desktop app, Trezor lists the Safe 5 at $129 with firmware on GitHub.
Every alternative here costs more than the S1 at list price. If price is the main reason you chose SafePal, the X1 is the SafePal model described as open source, at $69.99.
Educational content, not financial advice. Crypto assets are volatile; do your own research.
How to move from SafePal safely
- 1Buy the new device only from the maker's own shop, and check that the packaging is sealed.
- 2Set up the new device and write down its new recovery phrase; do not import the SafePal phrase.
- 3In the SafePal app, send a small test amount to an address shown on the new device, and confirm it arrives.
- 4Move the remaining coins one network at a time, checking each receive address on the device.
- 5If you used the SafePal app as a hot wallet, revoke token approvals from that address before you stop using it.
SafePal alternatives: FAQ
What is the best SafePal alternative?
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Keystone 3 Pro for most S1 owners: it also signs over air-gapped QR codes, and its firmware is on GitHub. It lists at $149 against $49.99 for the S1.
Is SafePal open source?
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SafePal describes the X1 ($69.99) as fully open-sourced, but not the S1 line. Trezor and Keystone publish their firmware on GitHub.
Is there a hardware wallet cheaper than SafePal?
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Not on this list. The S1 lists at $49.99, below Arculus ($99), Trezor Safe 5 ($129) and Keystone 3 Pro ($149).
Is the SafePal app safe without a hardware wallet?
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Used alone, the SafePal app is a hot wallet: keys stay on your phone with no hardware isolation. For larger balances, pair it with a device or move to one.
How much does SafePal charge for swaps?
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SafePal charges 0.2% on each swap and bridge order in its app, plus network gas and any fee from the third-party provider. Arculus charges no app fee to send or receive; its buy, sell and swap fees come from OnRamper, Transak and Changelly.
Does SafePal ship to the US?
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Yes, by standard delivery, but its shipping list excludes Hawaii, American Samoa, the U.S. Virgin Islands and military APO addresses. Guam and Puerto Rico are covered.
What changed in this list
2026-09-26First version: six hardware wallets, list prices checked Sep 26, 2026.
2026-10-01FAQ: 2 questions added from facts checked on project pages.
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