Updated September 29, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
Cypherock vs Tangem
Cypherock
Higher score in this comparison
Tangem
What sets them apart
| Compare | CypherockReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | TangemReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99 to $129 | $59.90 to $180Lower |
| Coins supported | 19,000Higher | 14,100 |
| Secure element | ATECC608A in the X1 Vault; EAL6+ secure element in the X1 Cards | EAL6+ certified Samsung Semiconductor secure element |
| Connectivity | USB c, NFCCovers more | NFC |
| Backup options | Shamir, SeedCovers more | Seed |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody), Open source (Yes).
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Key differences
- Cypherock scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 9.0.
- Price is lower at Tangem: $59.90 to $180 vs $99 to $129.
- Coins supported is higher at Cypherock: 19,000 vs 14,100.
- Connectivity: only Cypherock offers USB c.
- Backup options: only Cypherock offers Shamir.
- Support channels: only Tangem offers Chat.
Our verdict on each
Cypherock
Cypherock is a self-custody hardware wallet for holders who want their keys kept offline, with a device price of $99 to $129. Its appeal is breadth and openness: open source code, a secure element chip and support for 19,000 coins, with USB-C and NFC for everyday signing.
Tangem
Tangem suits anyone who wants a physical card that keeps spending and saving in their own hands, at $59.90 to $180. It serves long-term holders who want a wide coin list inside self-custody, and suits less well people who need exchange features or phone support.
Score breakdown
| Area | Cypherock | Tangem |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.6 | 8.9Higher$59.90 to $180 sits under the €69.28 hardware median at the low end. |
| Offer | 9.5Higher | 9.214,100 coins supported, open source software and a EAL6+ certified Samsung Semiconductor secure element give breadth and chip security in one card. |
| Trust | 9.2Higher | 9.0 |
From lowest to highest
| Fact | Cypherock | Tangem |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99 to $129 | $59.90 to $180 |
Also worth a look
COCA Card has price at $0 to $5, against $99 to $129 for Cypherock and $59.90 to $180 for Tangem.
COCA Card reviewHow they place
| Ranking | Cypherock | Tangem |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 53 of 156 | 70 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 8 of 58 | 15 of 58 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Cypherock | Tangem |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | HODL Tech Private Limited | Tangem AG |
| Headquarters | Singapore | Switzerland |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2017 |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, Community | Email, Chat, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Cypherock | Tangem | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $99 to $129above the median | $59.90 to $180above the median | $0 |
| Coins supported | 19,000highest quarter | 14,100highest quarter | 75 |
Median across 85 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Cypherock
Pros
- Self-custody, so keys stay with the holder and backup can be organised with shamir and seed.
- Open source firmware, so the code that touches keys can be inspected by anyone.
- Broad coverage of 19,000 coins from a single device.
Cons
- The device cost of $99 to $129 puts it above most hardware wallets, and each unit is a separate purchase.
- Support runs on email, help centre and community, so a hardware fault means written answers rather than a live conversation.
- Against Trezor at $79, the Cypherock asks for more money up front.
Tangem
Pros
- Tangem guards keys with a EAL6+ certified Samsung Semiconductor secure element, putting the important part in dedicated hardware rather than phone software.
- The coin list of 14,100 puts the card at position 7 of 108 on coins supported.
- Custody sits with the holder through self custody, and the software is published as open source for anyone to read.
Cons
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre only, so there is no phone line in the list.
- Recovery runs on a seed phrase, listed as seed, which means the phrase itself carries the full balance.
- Connectivity is nfc only, so a phone has to be on hand for every use.
Who each suits
Cypherock
Who it suits
- Long-term holders who want many coins in a single device, 19,000 at most.
- People who read code and want open source hardware.
- Buyers comfortable paying $99 to $129 for the hardware at checkout.
Who should look elsewhere
- Trezor, if the budget is tight: it is listed at $79 against the Cypherock price of $99 to $129.
- Bit2Me, if a mobile wallet is enough for everyday transfers.
Tangem
Who it suits
- Long-term holders who want to keep rather than trade, with self custody leaving the keys with you and 14,100 covering the long tail of assets.
- People who want card-style access to crypto without handing over a seed, since connectivity is nfc and a tap is the whole routine.
- Readers who care about chip level security, because the EAL6+ certified Samsung Semiconductor secure element is the part that does the guarding.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone wanting an app first account: Bit2Me is a mobile wallet, where Tangem is a card held in hand.
- Holders who prefer a provider to look after the assets: bynex runs on custodial, the opposite of the self custody model here.
- Buyers chasing the cheapest hardware device: Trezor lists at $79, under the upper end of the $59.90 to $180 range.
Current offers
Cypherock
Current offer
Bonus
Get Cypherock X1 free through Canton Rewards: Free Cypherock X1
Claimed through the Canton Rewards programme
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Tangem
Current offer
Bonus
Tangem Wallet BTC Reward: Up to $20 in Bitcoin
Every wallet ordered includes BTC Reward credited to your own self-custody wallet within 14 days of activation; offer banner states ends Oct 5
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Leave an email, get 10% discount: 10% off
Leave an email address on the site, promo code is sent to that address
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Save your discount: SAVE10: 10% off
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Discount code
Flash sale - we drop prices for 20%: 20% off
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Country by country
| Country | Cypherock | Tangem |
|---|---|---|
| India | Yes | No |
| United States | Yes | No |
Questions about each
Cypherock
How much does a Cypherock hardware wallet cost?+
Prices run $99 to $129 for the device itself, a purchase cost rather than a subscription. Buyers on a tighter budget may prefer Trezor, listed at $79. Hardware of this kind is bought, not rented, so the outlay lands at checkout instead of monthly.
Is money held by Cypherock protected by a regulator?+
Cypherock is a self custody wallet run by HODL Tech Private Limited, headquartered in Singapore. No provider holds a balance on your behalf, so safety rests on the device and its secure element chip rather than on a regulator's protection scheme. Readers who want an operator's licence behind their funds should look at a custodial wallet.
Tangem
How much does a Tangem cost?+
Prices run $59.90 to $180 across the card range, and the purchase is a device rather than a plan tied to a platform balance. The entry card sits under the €69.28 median of the hardware wallets we rank, while the upper end of the range goes past the €159.76 mark most of them sit under.
Do I hold my own crypto?+
Tangem runs on self custody, so keys are created and kept on the card rather than on an account that someone else controls. Nothing needs to be held on your behalf, and the card never becomes a claim on a platform balance. Software is published as open source, so the app and firmware can be read rather than trusted.
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