Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
D'CENT vs MetaMask
D'CENT
Higher score in this comparison
MetaMask
What sets them apart
| Compare | D'CENTReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | MetaMaskReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Wallet type | Hardware | Browser |
| Price | $59 to $249 | Not confirmed |
| Coins supported | from 10,000 | Not confirmed |
| Secure element | CC EAL6+ certified secure chip (DCENT X); CC EAL5+ certified secure chip (Biometric Wallet) | Not confirmed |
| Open source | Not confirmed | No |
| Connectivity | USB c, Bluetooth, NFC | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Custody (Self custody), Backup options (Seed).
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Key differences
- Founded is lower at MetaMask: 2016 vs 2018.
- Support channels: only D'CENT offers Phone.
- Support channels: only MetaMask offers Chat, Community.
Our verdict on each
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.
MetaMask
MetaMask suits anyone who wants a free browser wallet that keeps control of their own keys, with self-custody (self custody) and a seed backup (seed) as the trade-off for convenience. It suits everyday token holding, not larger balances that need a separate device.
Score breakdown
| Area | D'CENT | MetaMask |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.0Cost 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. | Not confirmed |
| Offer | 9.4Higher | 9.3 |
| Trust | 8.4 | 8.7Higher |
How they place
| Ranking | D'CENT | MetaMask |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 77 of 156 | 81 of 156 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | D'CENT | MetaMask |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | IoTrust Co., Ltd. | Consensys Software Inc. |
| Headquarters | South Korea | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2018 | 2016Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Chat, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | D'CENT | MetaMask | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $59 to $249above the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Coins supported | from 10,000highest quarter | Not confirmed | 75 |
Median across 85 listed providers.
Pros and cons
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.
MetaMask
Pros
- Self-custody, so the keys stay with the holder (self custody)
- Help runs through email, chat and help centre
- Operated by a named company, Consensys Software Inc.
Cons
- MetaMask is not open source, so the code cannot be read by the people running it
- A browser wallet (browser) keeps the work on the same device you browse with, so Trezor's hardware approach (hardware) is the calmer choice for larger balances
- Recovery depends on a seed phrase (seed) held by the holder
Who each suits
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.
MetaMask
Who it suits
- People who want to hold their own keys without buying a device
- Readers who want their wallet open in a browser tab rather than an app
- Anyone comfortable storing a seed phrase (seed) somewhere safe
Who should look elsewhere
- Trezor, if you would rather keep the keys in a hardware device (hardware)
- Bit2Me, if a mobile wallet (mobile) suits you better
- bynex, if you would rather the provider held the keys (custodial)
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
MetaMask
Current offer
Bonus
Earn up to 4% with the Money Account: up to 4% APY
APY is variable and not guaranteed
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
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.
MetaMask
Does MetaMask hold my coins for me?+
MetaMask is a self-custody wallet (self custody), and self-custody is also listed as a headline feature (self custody). The keys stay on your side rather than with a provider, so no account balance sits with the company, and recovery after losing the device is down to your own backup.
How do I back up a MetaMask wallet?+
The listed backup method is a seed (seed), a single set of words you write down and keep offline. Anyone planning to use self-custody needs a safe place to store that phrase, and looking after it is the holder's job rather than something a provider handles on your behalf.
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