Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
BitBox02 vs D'CENT
BitBox02
Higher score in this comparison
D'CENT
Where BitBox02 and D'CENT differ
| Compare | BitBox02ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | D'CENTReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Coins supported | from 1,500 | from 10,000 |
| Secure element | ATECC608B | CC EAL6+ certified secure chip (DCENT X); CC EAL5+ certified secure chip (Biometric Wallet) |
| Connectivity | USB c | USB c, Bluetooth, NFCCovers more |
| Price | Not confirmed | $59 to $249 |
| Open source | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody), Backup options (Seed).
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Key differences
- BitBox02 scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 8.9.
- Founded is lower at BitBox02: 2015 vs 2018.
- Connectivity: only D'CENT offers Bluetooth, NFC.
- Support channels: only BitBox02 offers Community.
- Support channels: only D'CENT offers Phone.
Our verdict on each
BitBox02
BitBox02 is a USB-C hardware wallet from Shift Crypto AG that keeps your keys in self-custody, which suits anyone holding coins for years rather than trading daily. It is open source, sits near the €69.28 price for this category, and backs up with a plain seed.
D'CENT
D'CENT makes hardware wallets for holders who want their own keys and signing without a phone in hand. The devices run on self-custody self custody with a Common Criteria certified secure chip, the range supports from 10,000 coins, and help reaches buyers by email, phone and help centre.
Score breakdown
| Area | BitBox02 | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.0Cost is a one-off hardware outlay of $59 to $249, and D'CENT sits at 98 of 120 brands on price across the wallets ranked. |
| Offer | 8.9 | 9.4Higher |
| Trust | 9.3Higher | 8.4 |
How they place
| Ranking | BitBox02 | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 47 of 156 | 77 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 7 of 58 | 19 of 58 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | BitBox02 | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | Shift Crypto AG | IoTrust Co., Ltd. |
| Headquarters | Switzerland | South Korea |
| Founded | 2015Lower | 2018 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | BitBox02 | D'CENT | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Not confirmed | $59 to $249above the median | $0 |
| Coins supported | from 1,500highest quarter | from 10,000highest quarter | 75 |
Median across 85 listed providers.
Pros and cons
BitBox02
Pros
- Keys stay in self custody with you rather than with an exchange or provider.
- Open source firmware built around an ATECC608B secure element.
- Coin support of from 1,500, well above the 345 across hardware wallets.
Cons
- Connection is usb c, so there is no wireless option and the device needs a computer.
- Recovery rests on a single seed backup rather than a split scheme, so one written copy carries the risk.
- Help runs on email, help centre and community, with no phone line among them.
D'CENT
Pros
- Self-custody self custody means keys stay with the owner, held behind a Common Criteria certified secure chip on each model.
- Connectivity covers usb c, bluetooth and nfc, so one device handles desktop and phone signing.
- Coin support of from 10,000 compares with 49 for a typical wallet on the site.
Cons
- Backup rests on a seed phrase alone, with no share-based split listed.
- The top of the $59 to $249 range sits above the $79 Trezor, so the costlier device is a bigger outlay than a rival's single model.
- Help runs on email, phone and help centre with no listed live chat, so out-of-hours questions queue.
Who each suits
BitBox02
Who it suits
- Long-term holders who want their coins in self-custody rather than sitting on an exchange.
- You who read firmware and want to check the code behind the wallet.
- Desktop users with a usb c port who hold a manageable set of coins.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who wants someone else to hold the keys: bynex is custodial.
- Phone-only users: Bit2Me is a mobile wallet rather than a hardware device.
- Long-tail coin hunters: Trezor lists 8,000 coins.
D'CENT
Who it suits
- Long-term coin holders who want their own keys and a certified secure chip rather than an operator holding funds.
- Readers who want one device for a very wide coin list, since D'CENT lists from 10,000 coins.
- Buyers who sign on both desktop and phone, since connectivity covers usb c, bluetooth and nfc.
Who should look elsewhere
- Trezor is the pick for anyone who wants a single hardware model at $79 rather than choosing across a $59 to $249 range.
- Bit2Me fits readers who want a mobile wallet and not a hardware device.
- bynex suits those who want custodial key handling rather than the self-custody self custody D'CENT uses.
Current offers
D'CENT
Current offer
Discount code
Biometric Single 50% price reduction: 50% off, $159.00 to $79.00
Reduced product price shown on the Biometric Wallet page, no code stated
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Biometric 2X Package 53% price reduction: 53% off, $318.00 to $149.00
Reduced package price shown on the Biometric Wallet page, no code stated
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | BitBox02 | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | Yes | No |
| Liechtenstein | Yes | No |
| Switzerland | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
BitBox02
How much does a BitBox02 cost compared with other hardware wallets?+
It is a one-time device purchase, not a subscription. Across hardware wallets on HodlCue the median price is €69.28, with the middle of the group starting around €52.24. Coins stay in self-custody, so the device is the main outlay you make.
Who holds the coins in a BitBox02?+
You do. Custody is self custody, so the keys never sit with Shift Crypto AG, the company behind the device, which is based in Switzerland and founded in 2015. The firmware is open source, and key handling happens on an ATECC608B secure element inside the device.
D'CENT
How much does a D'CENT hardware wallet cost?+
D'CENT hardware runs $59 to $249, so the entry model and the Biometric Wallet sit in the same band. That is a one-off hardware outlay rather than a subscription. For comparison, Trezor is priced at $79, and Trezor is a single model rather than a range.
Does D'CENT hold my coins for me?+
D'CENT is a self custody wallet, so keys are created and stored on the device itself and the maker cannot move them. That also means recovery is on the holder: the seed phrase is the only route back into the funds, and it never passes through the company.
Other options to compare
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D'CENT