Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
D'CENT vs NGRAVE
D'CENT
Higher score in this comparison
NGRAVE
What sets them apart
| Compare | D'CENTReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives | NGRAVEReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $59 to $249 | €398 |
| Coins supported | from 10,000 | 3,500 |
| Secure element | CC EAL6+ certified secure chip (DCENT X); CC EAL5+ certified secure chip (Biometric Wallet) | EAL7-certified secure element |
| Connectivity | USB c, Bluetooth, NFCCovers more | USB c |
| Open source | Not confirmed | No |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody), Backup options (Seed).
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Key differences
- D'CENT scores higher overall: 8.9 vs 8.4.
- Connectivity: only D'CENT offers Bluetooth, NFC.
- Support channels: only D'CENT offers Phone.
- Support channels: only NGRAVE offers 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.
NGRAVE
NGRAVE is a hardware wallet for holders who want their own keys kept offline and can absorb a €398 outlay, ranking 116 of 120 on price. The EAL7-certified secure element is the reason to look here, and coverage of 3,500 coins rounds out a device built for storage rather than spending.
Score breakdown
| Area | D'CENT | NGRAVE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 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. | 8.1Price of €398 against Trezor at $79 makes the hardware outlay heavy for a device bought once. |
| Offer | 9.4Higher | 8.9Coverage of 3,500 coins plus a EAL7-certified secure element and self custody make the feature set strong. |
| Trust | 8.4Higher | 8.3 |
What we checked
D'CENT
- store.dcentwallet.com: 9 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- dcentwallet.com: 3 facts, checked September 26, 2026
NGRAVE
- ngrave.io: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- shop.ngrave.io: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | D'CENT | NGRAVE |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 77 of 156 | 104 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 19 of 58 | 25 of 58 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | D'CENT | NGRAVE |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | IoTrust Co., Ltd. | Hestara SRL |
| Headquarters | South Korea | Belgium |
| Founded | 2018 | 2018 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Email, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | D'CENT | NGRAVE | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coins supported | from 10,000highest quarter | 3,500highest quarter | 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.
NGRAVE
Pros
- Full self custody, so the owner signs every transaction and no provider holds the balance.
- A EAL7-certified secure element does the signing, which is the reason many buyers pay more.
- Coin coverage of 3,500 ranks 10 of 108 on this site.
Cons
- The €398 device price is the heaviest outlay here, against Trezor at $79.
- The firmware is not open source, so buyers cannot read the code themselves.
- Support runs on email, help centre and community only.
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.
NGRAVE
Who it suits
- Holders of larger sums who want self custody with keys kept offline.
- Buyers who shop on chip security rather than on the lowest device price.
- Owners of a wide coin set, since 3,500 coins are supported.
Who should look elsewhere
- Trezor buyers on a tight budget, since Trezor costs $79 against NGRAVE at €398.
- Bit2Me users who want a mobile wallet for spending rather than cold storage.
- bynex users who prefer custodial accounts to holding keys themselves.
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
NGRAVE
Current offer
Discount code
ULTIMATE COMBO PACK price reduction: EUR 568.00 (reduced from EUR 597.00)
Exclusive Deal on ULTIMATE COMBO PACK; taxes included
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.
NGRAVE
How much does the NGRAVE cost?+
The device is priced at €398, a hardware cost paid up front rather than a recurring charge. That places NGRAVE at 116 of 120 on price in this comparison, above cheaper hardware such as Trezor at $79.
Does the NGRAVE keep my coins offline?+
It does. Custody is self custody, so the private key stays on the device and transactions are signed on the hardware. Nothing depends on a provider holding a balance for you, which suits holders who want sole control of the keys.
Other options to compare
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