Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
Blockstream Jade vs ELLIPAL
ELLIPAL
Blockstream Jade
Higher score in this comparison
Where Blockstream Jade and ELLIPAL differ
| Compare | Blockstream JadeReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | ELLIPALReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 to $169.99 | €54 to €149 |
| Coins supported | 2 | from 10,000 |
| Secure element | Virtual secure element (blind oracle encryption) | CC EAL5+ Secure Chip |
| Connectivity | USB c, Bluetooth | NFC |
| Open source | Yes | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody), Backup options (Seed).
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Key differences
- Blockstream Jade scores higher overall: 8.9 vs 8.7.
- Founded is lower at Blockstream Jade: 2014 vs 2018.
- Connectivity: only Blockstream Jade offers USB c, Bluetooth.
- Connectivity: only ELLIPAL offers NFC.
- Support channels: only ELLIPAL 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.
ELLIPAL
ELLIPAL is a self-custody hardware wallet for people who want coins held on a device rather than by an exchange. It suits broad token coverage and tap to sign handling, with a coin list of from 10,000 and connection over nfc alone, so no cable is needed.
Score breakdown
| Area | Blockstream Jade | ELLIPAL |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.6Jade's $99.99 to $169.99 sits above Trezor's $79 and the €69.28 hardware median. | 8.8HigherPrice of €54 to €149 sits above the hardware wallet median of €69.28, in the dearer part of the field. |
| Offer | 8.8Coverage is 2 coins, and support runs on help centre and community. | 9.0Higher |
| Trust | 9.4Higher | 8.4 |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Blockstream Jade | ELLIPAL |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 75 of 156 | 15 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 17 of 58 | 5 of 58 |
Feature by feature
| Connectivity | Blockstream Jade | ELLIPAL |
|---|---|---|
| USB c | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | No |
| NFC | No | Yes |
| Backup options | Blockstream Jade | ELLIPAL |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | Yes | Yes |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | ELLIPAL |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | Blockstream Corporation Inc. | ELLIPAL Limited |
| Headquarters | United States | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2014Lower | 2018 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Email, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Blockstream Jade | ELLIPAL | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
ELLIPAL
Pros
- Coin list of from 10,000 covers a long tail of tokens beyond the majors.
- self custody keeps the keys on the device, so the holder stays in control of the balance.
- Signing over nfc alone means there is no cable to carry or mis-seat.
Cons
- Recovery rests on a single seed phrase, so one lost sheet costs the whole balance.
- Support runs on email, help centre and community only, with no live chat or phone line listed.
- One link, nfc, means phone compatibility decides whether the device works at all.
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.
ELLIPAL
Who it suits
- Holders who keep their own keys, since the wallet is self custody.
- People holding a long tail of tokens, with a coin list of from 10,000.
- Buyers who want to work without cables, since connection runs over nfc.
Who should look elsewhere
- Bit2Me, which is a mobile wallet, for anyone who wants keys on a phone rather than a hardware device.
- bynex, which is custodial, for anyone happy to let a provider hold the coins.
- Trezor, listed at $79, if you want to weigh a differently priced hardware unit before buying.
Current offers
ELLIPAL
Current offer
Discount code
Own This Run - Up to 50% Off ELLIPAL X Card: Up to 50% off
Site banner offer on the ELLIPAL X Card cold wallet; X Card sets shown from EUR 67 (was EUR 125)
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
ELLIPAL Titan 2.0 price reduction: EUR 149 (was EUR 155), up to $59 off bundles
Product page sale on Titan 2.0, Titan 2.0 & Steel EUR 169 (was EUR 210) and Titan 2.0 & X Card EUR 189 (was EUR 225)
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.
ELLIPAL
What does the ELLIPAL Titan cost?+
The device is priced at €54 to €149. On price it sits 102 of 120 brands compared, which puts it towards the dearer end of the set. The money is spent when you buy the unit rather than added over time.
Does ELLIPAL hold my coins for me?+
The wallet is self custody, so keys are created and kept on the hardware and no provider holds them. That position is set out in the product terms and repeated in the feature list, which makes the trade-off plain: recovery planning stays with the holder.
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