Hardware WalletsSumo Pick Fact-checked 2026-08-14

Ledger

Established 2014

The best-selling hardware wallet family, with a secure element chip and the broadest asset support in the industry.

Ledger's Nano S Plus and Nano X (plus the newer Stax touchscreen model) are the default hardware wallets for millions of holders. Keys live inside a certified secure-element chip, and Ledger Live software manages 5,500+ assets across desktop and mobile.

Quick facts

Founded

2014

Pros

Huge asset and chain support via Ledger Live
Certified secure-element chip resists physical attacks
Massive community, integrations and documentation

Cons

Firmware is closed source
2023 'Ledger Recover' service announcement damaged trust
2020 marketing-database leak still fuels phishing attempts

Best for

The default safe choice for most multi-chain holders

Fees

Hardware from ~US$79; no ongoing fees. Optional subscriptions for premium services.

Security notes

Secure element + PIN + recovery phrase. Buy only from ledger.com or authorised retailers, and remember Ledger will never email you to 're-verify' your seed phrase.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Ledger?

Ledger is The best-selling hardware wallet family, with a secure element chip and the broadest asset support in the industry. Ledger's Nano S Plus and Nano X (plus the newer Stax touchscreen model) are the default hardware wallets for millions of holders. Keys live inside a certified secure-element chip, and Ledger Live software manages 5,500+ assets across desktop and mobile.

Is Ledger safe to use?

Secure element + PIN + recovery phrase. Buy only from ledger.com or authorised retailers, and remember Ledger will never email you to 're-verify' your seed phrase. As always, verify details on the official site before trusting funds to any service.

How much does Ledger cost?

Hardware from ~US$79; no ongoing fees. Optional subscriptions for premium services. Figures change — confirm current pricing on the official site before deciding.

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