Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
Coldcard vs D'CENT
Coldcard
Higher score in this comparison
D'CENT
Where Coldcard and D'CENT differ
| Compare | ColdcardReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | D'CENTReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $219 to $319 | $59 to $249Lower |
| Coins supported | 1 | from 10,000 |
| Secure element | Microchip ATECC608 and Maxim DS28C36B | CC EAL6+ certified secure chip (DCENT X); CC EAL5+ certified secure chip (Biometric Wallet) |
| Connectivity | USB c, NFC | 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
- Coldcard scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.9.
- Founded is lower at Coldcard: 2012 vs 2018.
- Price is lower at D'CENT: $59 to $249 vs $219 to $319.
- Connectivity: only D'CENT offers Bluetooth.
- Support channels: only Coldcard offers Community.
- Support channels: only D'CENT offers Phone.
Our verdict on each
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.
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 | Coldcard | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.4$219 to $319 is a single buy, ranking 110 on price out of 120 brands, against Trezor at $79. | 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 | 8.9A narrow offer: 1 coins, seed backup, and help through email, help centre and community. | 9.4Higher |
| Trust | 9.5Higher | 8.4 |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Coldcard | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 64 of 156 | 77 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 12 of 58 | 19 of 58 |
From lowest to highest
| Fact | Coldcard | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $219 to $319 | $59 to $249 |
What each covers
| Connectivity | Coldcard | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| USB c | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Backup options | Coldcard | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | Yes | Yes |
Sources behind this comparison
Coldcard
- coldcard.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- store.coinkite.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
D'CENT
- store.dcentwallet.com: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- dcentwallet.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Coldcard | D'CENT |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | Coinkite Inc. | IoTrust Co., Ltd. |
| Headquarters | Canada | South Korea |
| Founded | 2012Lower | 2018 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community | Email, Phone, Help centre |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Coldcard | D'CENT | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $219 to $319highest quarter | $59 to $249above the median | $0 |
| Coins supported | 1lowest quarter | from 10,000highest quarter | 75 |
Median across 85 listed providers.
Pros and cons
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.
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
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.
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
Coldcard
Current offer
Discount code
Save 10% with Bitcoin at checkout: 10% with promo code CKBTC
On-chain payments only
Source, checked September 26, 2026
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
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.
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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