Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
Blockstream Jade vs Coldcard
Blockstream Jade
Coldcard
Higher score in this comparison
Blockstream Jade vs Coldcard: the differences
| Compare | Blockstream JadeReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | ColdcardReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 to $169.99Lower | $219 to $319 |
| Coins supported | 2Higher | 1 |
| Secure element | Virtual secure element (blind oracle encryption) | Microchip ATECC608 and Maxim DS28C36B |
| Connectivity | USB c, Bluetooth | USB c, NFC |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody), Open source (Yes), Backup options (Seed).
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Key differences
- Coldcard scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Founded is lower at Coldcard: 2012 vs 2014.
- Price is lower at Blockstream Jade: $99.99 to $169.99 vs $219 to $319.
- Coins supported is higher at Blockstream Jade: 2 vs 1.
- Connectivity: only Blockstream Jade offers Bluetooth.
- Connectivity: only Coldcard offers NFC.
- Support channels: only Coldcard offers Email.
Our verdict on each
Blockstream Jade
Blockstream Jade is an open source hardware wallet for Bitcoin holders who want to hold their own keys. It suits people who keep a single asset rather than a long list, and the device price of $99.99 to $169.99 is paid at the point of sale.
Coldcard
Coldcard is a hardware wallet from Coinkite Inc. that suits holders who want their keys on a device they keep rather than with a provider. It scores 1.6 here, and 1 coin support makes it a Bitcoin choice rather than a broad one.
Score breakdown
| Area | Blockstream Jade | Coldcard |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.6HigherJade's $99.99 to $169.99 sits above Trezor's $79 and the €69.28 hardware median. | 8.4$219 to $319 is a single buy, ranking 110 on price out of 120 brands, against Trezor at $79. |
| Offer | 8.8Coverage is 2 coins, and support runs on help centre and community. | 8.9HigherA narrow offer: 1 coins, seed backup, and help through email, help centre and community. |
| Trust | 9.4 | 9.5Higher |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Blockstream Jade | Coldcard |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 75 of 156 | 64 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 17 of 58 | 12 of 58 |
Ranges side by side
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | Coldcard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 to $169.99 | $219 to $319 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | Coldcard |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | Blockstream Corporation Inc. | Coinkite Inc. |
| Headquarters | United States | Canada |
| Founded | 2014 | 2012Lower |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Email, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | Coldcard | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 to $169.99highest quarter | $219 to $319highest quarter | $0 |
| Coins supported | 2lowest quarter | 1lowest quarter | 75 |
Median across 85 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Blockstream Jade
Pros
- Custody is self custody, so keys never leave the device and no company holds your balance.
- The firmware and companion app are open source, so the code that touches keys can be read.
- Connectivity covers usb c and bluetooth, so the device pairs with either a phone or a desktop.
Cons
- Price of $99.99 to $169.99 sits above Trezor's $79 for a single asset.
- Coverage is 2 coins, short of the 345 median in the hardware group.
- Support runs on help centre and community only, with no direct contact route listed.
Coldcard
Pros
- Keys stay in self custody, and Microchip ATECC608 and Maxim DS28C36B handles the signing.
- Open source, so the firmware can be read rather than trusted.
- Connects over usb c and nfc, so a cable or a tap is enough.
Cons
- Coin support is 1, far below what the hardware wallet ranking usually covers at 345.
- Price of $219 to $319 sits at 110 on price out of 120 brands, with Trezor lower at $79.
- Support runs on email, help centre and community only, so a phone line is not part of the offer.
Who each suits
Blockstream Jade
Who it suits
- Bitcoin holders who want keys on a device they control, since custody is self custody
- Readers comfortable with an open source device and a written seed backup
- People who hold a single asset and prefer hardware to a phone app
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers on a tighter budget, since Trezor costs $79.
- Bit2Me users who want a phone app rather than a device to carry.
- Readers who would rather a platform held the balance, as bynex does with custodial.
Coldcard
Who it suits
- A Bitcoin holder who keeps a single chain and wants signing done on hardware.
- Security-minded buyers who read the code, since Coldcard is open source and signs on Microchip ATECC608 and Maxim DS28C36B.
- Anyone comfortable guarding a seed phrase, since recovery rests on those words.
Who should look elsewhere
- Trezor buyers on a tighter budget, since Trezor sits at $79 against $219 to $319 here.
- Bit2Me users who want a mobile wallet for everyday use rather than a device that signs for you.
- bynex users who prefer custodial keys handled by the provider instead of kept in their own hands.
Current offers
Coldcard
Current offer
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Questions about each
Blockstream Jade
How much does a Jade wallet cost?+
Jade is sold at $99.99 to $169.99. That is a single device cost rather than a subscription, and nothing is charged on the account afterwards. Trezor is priced at $79, so Jade sits at the pricier end of the hardware wallet range.
Which coins can I hold on a Jade wallet?+
Jade is built around Bitcoin, and the coin list is short at 2. That focus suits a device that keeps keys offline, but it rules Jade out if you want one box to hold many assets.
Coldcard
What kind of wallet is Coldcard?+
Coldcard is a hardware wallet, so transactions are signed on a small device rather than on a phone screen. Keys are held in self custody, which means no provider holds them. It comes from Coinkite Inc., a company founded in 2012 and based in Canada.
What does a Coldcard cost, and how does that compare?+
Coldcard is a single purchase: $219 to $319 is the listed device price range. The median price across hardware wallets is €69.28, so Coldcard sits at the dearer end of that shelf. Trezor is lower at $79, and that gap shows up at the till.
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