Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
BitBox vs Trezor
Trezor
BitBox
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | BitBoxReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | TrezorReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €149 to €175 | $79 |
| Coins supported | 1,500 | 8,000Higher |
| Secure element | Dual-chip design with EAL6+ certified secure chip | EAL6+ |
| Connectivity | USB c, BluetoothCovers more | USB c |
| Backup options | Seed | Seed, ShamirCovers more |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody), Open source (Yes).
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Key differences
- BitBox is available in 3 more countries.
- Coins supported is higher at Trezor: 8,000 vs 1,500.
- Connectivity: only BitBox offers Bluetooth.
- Backup options: only Trezor offers Shamir.
- Support channels: only BitBox offers Email, Community.
Our verdict on each
BitBox
BitBox suits readers who want their own keys on a hardware device with open-source firmware and self custody, not an account balance. It is a Swiss build from Shift Crypto AG, covering 1,500 coins, and the trade-off is a higher ticket price with support on email, help centre and community.
Trezor
Trezor is the pick for readers who want keys held away from any provider, since custody is self custody and the firmware is open source. It suits people who will pay $79 once and accept 8,000 coins of coverage, not trading or yield seekers.
Score breakdown
| Area | BitBox | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.5Paid once at €149 to €175, above Trezor at $79 and the €69.28 hardware median. | 8.7Higher |
| Offer | 9.2HigherSelf-custody, open-source firmware and 1,500 coins, ranked 12 of 108 on coins. | 9.0 |
| Trust | 9.3Higher | 9.2 |
Licences and countries
Additional countries for BitBox: 4. Additional countries for Trezor: 1.
Choosing between them
Pick BitBox if connectivity matter most.
Pick Trezor if coins supported and backup options matter most.
A third option
Cypherock has coins supported at 19,000, against 1,500 for BitBox and 8,000 for Trezor.
Cypherock reviewWhat we checked
BitBox
- bitbox.swiss: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- shop.bitbox.swiss: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Trezor
- trezor.io: 7 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- coinbureau.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- news.superex.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | BitBox | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 60 of 156 | 3 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 11 of 58 | 2 of 58 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | BitBox | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | Shift Crypto AG | Not confirmed |
| Headquarters | Switzerland | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2015 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Help centre |
Crypto exchanges
| Fact | BitBox | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Derivatives | Not confirmed | No |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | BitBox | Trezor | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coins supported | 1,500highest quarter | 8,000highest quarter | 75 |
Median across 85 listed providers.
Pros and cons
BitBox
Pros
- A Dual-chip design with EAL6+ certified secure chip keeps signing on the device.
- Self-custody with open-source firmware, so you can inspect what holds your keys.
- usb c and bluetooth lets you pair by Bluetooth or plug in.
Cons
- The device costs €149 to €175, above the €69.28 median for hardware wallets, so you pay for coin reach rather than value.
- Support runs on email, help centre and community only, with no phone line or live chat.
- Recovery leans on a seed phrase you store yourself, and self-custody means nobody can reset it for you.
Trezor
Pros
- Custody sits with the holder: self custody, with no provider able to move the funds
- Open source firmware, so the code can be read and checked
- A secure element rated EAL6+ keeps signing inside the device
Cons
- Price of $79 leaves it towards the pricier end of the table, ranking at 103 of 120
- Coins supported rank of 8 out of 108 trails rivals that list more
- Support runs on help centre only, so a lost seed has no live agent to call
Who each suits
BitBox
Who it suits
- Holders of long coin lists who want their own keys rather than a custodial balance.
- Readers who value open-source firmware and a Dual-chip design with EAL6+ certified secure chip over the lowest ticket price.
- Trezor users who want usb c and bluetooth and can stretch past $79.
Who should look elsewhere
- Bit2Me readers who would rather use a mobile app wallet with no device to buy.
- Anyone happier in a custodial account than managing a seed phrase themselves.
- Trezor buyers on a tight budget, since Trezor is priced at $79.
Trezor
Who it suits
- Long-term holders who want self custody and no provider holding keys
- People who read code and value open source firmware
- Users with a modest coin range who will pay $79 once
Who should look elsewhere
- Traders, who need fees and order books rather than a hardware device
- People chasing yield, since derivatives are not offered and no yield feature is listed
- Those wanting phone-only custody, where bynex and Atomic Wallet are mobile wallets and bynex is custodial
Country by country
| Country | BitBox | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | No | Yes |
| Germany | Yes | No |
| Liechtenstein | Yes | No |
| Switzerland | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
BitBox
How much does a BitBox cost?+
BitBox hardware costs €149 to €175 for the device itself, above the €69.28 median across hardware wallets. Trezor sits lower at $79. That gap puts BitBox in the dearer part of the field, so the wide coin list and the open-source firmware are what you pay for. The outlay is a one-off hardware cost.
Who holds my coins on a BitBox?+
You do. BitBox is a hardware wallet built on self custody, so your keys never sit with an operator and no account balance is held for you. Recovery depends on a seed phrase you write down and store, which puts the responsibility for access squarely with you.
Trezor
What does a Trezor cost?+
A Trezor device costs $79. It is a hardware purchase rather than a subscription, and no account fee or monthly charge is listed alongside it. On the site ranking the device sits at 103 of 120 brands, so expect to pay more than a free software wallet but less than the priciest hardware in the €876.09 range.
Who holds the crypto on a Trezor?+
Custody is self custody, so keys stay on your device and no provider can move the balance. That is the main difference from an account such as bynex, which is custodial. The same setting means a lost backup is a lost wallet, since no support desk holds a copy for you.
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