Updated September 28, 2026 · HodlCue Editorial Team
ELLIPAL vs Trezor
ELLIPAL
Trezor
Higher score in this comparison
Where ELLIPAL and Trezor differ
| Compare | ELLIPALReviewVisitVisit | TrezorReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €54 to €149 | $79 |
| Coins supported | from 10,000 | 8,000 |
| Secure element | CC EAL5+ Secure Chip | EAL6+ |
| Connectivity | NFC | USB c |
| Backup options | Seed | Seed, ShamirCovers more |
| Open source | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Wallet type (Hardware), Custody (Self custody).
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Key differences
- Trezor scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.7.
- Connectivity: only ELLIPAL offers NFC.
- Connectivity: only Trezor offers USB c.
- Backup options: only Trezor offers Shamir.
- Support channels: only ELLIPAL offers Email, Community.
Our verdict on each
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.
Trezor
Trezor is the pick for readers who want keys held away from any provider, since custody is self custody and the firmware is open source. It suits people who will pay $79 once and accept 8,000 coins of coverage, not trading or yield seekers.
Score breakdown
| Area | ELLIPAL | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.8HigherPrice of €54 to €149 sits above the hardware wallet median of €69.28, in the dearer part of the field. | 8.7 |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.0 |
| Trust | 8.4 | 9.2Higher |
Side by side, item by item
| Connectivity | ELLIPAL | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| USB c | No | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | No |
| Backup options | ELLIPAL | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Seed | Yes | Yes |
| Shamir | No | Yes |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | ELLIPAL | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Crypto wallets | 15 of 156 | 3 of 156 |
| Hardware and cold wallets | 5 of 58 | 2 of 58 |
Sources behind this comparison
ELLIPAL
- ellipal.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Trezor
- trezor.io: 7 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- coinbureau.com: 2 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- news.superex.com: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | ELLIPAL | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Self custody | Self custody |
| Legal entity | ELLIPAL Limited | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 2018 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Help centre, CommunityCovers more | Help centre |
Crypto exchanges
| Fact | ELLIPAL | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Derivatives | Not confirmed | No |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | ELLIPAL | Trezor | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coins supported | from 10,000highest quarter | 8,000highest quarter | 75 |
Median across 85 listed providers.
Pros and cons
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.
Trezor
Pros
- Custody sits with the holder: self custody, with no provider able to move the funds
- Open source firmware, so the code can be read and checked
- A secure element rated EAL6+ keeps signing inside the device
Cons
- Price of $79 leaves it towards the pricier end of the table, ranking at 103 of 120
- Coins supported rank of 8 out of 108 trails rivals that list more
- Support runs on help centre only, so a lost seed has no live agent to call
Who each suits
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.
Trezor
Who it suits
- Long-term holders who want self custody and no provider holding keys
- People who read code and value open source firmware
- Users with a modest coin range who will pay $79 once
Who should look elsewhere
- Traders, who need fees and order books rather than a hardware device
- People chasing yield, since derivatives are not offered and no yield feature is listed
- Those wanting phone-only custody, where bynex and Atomic Wallet are mobile wallets and bynex is custodial
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
Country by country
| Country | ELLIPAL | Trezor |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | No | Yes |
Questions about each
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.
Trezor
What does a Trezor cost?+
A Trezor device costs $79. It is a hardware purchase rather than a subscription, and no account fee or monthly charge is listed alongside it. On the site ranking the device sits at 103 of 120 brands, so expect to pay more than a free software wallet but less than the priciest hardware in the €876.09 range.
Who holds the crypto on a Trezor?+
Custody is self custody, so keys stay on your device and no provider can move the balance. That is the main difference from an account such as bynex, which is custodial. The same setting means a lost backup is a lost wallet, since no support desk holds a copy for you.