Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
Blockstream Jade vs D'CENT
Blockstream Jade
Higher score in this comparison
D'CENT
Blockstream Jade vs D'CENT: the differences
| Compare | Blockstream JadeReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | D'CENTReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 to $169.99 | $59 to $249Lower |
| Coins supported | 2 | from 10,000 |
| Secure element | Virtual secure element (blind oracle encryption) | CC EAL6+ certified secure chip (DCENT X); CC EAL5+ certified secure chip (Biometric Wallet) |
| Connectivity | USB c, Bluetooth | USB c, Bluetooth, NFCCovers more |
| Open source | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody), Backup options (Seed).
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Key differences
- Founded is lower at Blockstream Jade: 2014 vs 2018.
- Price is lower at D'CENT: $59 to $249 vs $99.99 to $169.99.
- Connectivity: only D'CENT offers NFC.
- Support channels: only Blockstream Jade offers Community.
- Support channels: only D'CENT offers Email, Phone.
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.
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 | Blockstream Jade | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.6Jade's $99.99 to $169.99 sits above Trezor's $79 and the €69.28 hardware median. | 9.0HigherCost 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 | 8.8Coverage is 2 coins, and support runs on help centre and community. | 9.4Higher |
| Trust | 9.4Higher | 8.4 |
From lowest to highest
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 to $169.99 | $59 to $249 |
What each covers
| Connectivity | Blockstream Jade | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| USB c | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Backup options | Blockstream Jade | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | Yes | Yes |
Also worth a look
COCA Card has price at $0 to $5, against $99.99 to $169.99 for Blockstream Jade and $59 to $249 for D'CENT.
COCA Card reviewHow they place
| Ranking | Blockstream Jade | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 75 of 156 | 77 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 17 of 58 | 19 of 58 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | Blockstream Corporation Inc. | IoTrust Co., Ltd. |
| Headquarters | United States | South Korea |
| Founded | 2014Lower | 2018 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | D'CENT | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 to $169.99highest quarter | $59 to $249above the median | $0 |
| Coins supported | 2lowest quarter | from 10,000highest 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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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