Head to head
Electrum Wallet vs Ridge Wallet
The short answer
Which should you buy?
On our fixed standard, Ridge Wallet earns the higher mark, 8.7 to 7.8. But the right pick depends on what you want: Electrum Wallet is our call for best Bitcoin wallet for power users, while Ridge Wallet is the one to get for best everyday carry.
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Choose Electrum Wallet if you
- Are a technical or intermediate Bitcoin user
- Want precise fee and coin control
- Pair a hardware wallet or use multisig
- Value speed and self-custody over polish
Choose Ridge Wallet if you
- Carry a handful of cards and some cash
- Want a wallet that lasts for years
- Value real RFID shielding
- Like choosing a material and finish
Side by side
Full comparison
Green marks the winner of each row| ElElectrum Wallet | Ridge Wallet |
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|---|---|---|
| Our score | 7.8 / 10 | 8.7 / 10 |
| Type | Desktop Bitcoin wallet | Minimalist everyday carry |
| Price | Free | from $95 |
| Value | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Best Bitcoin wallet for power users | Best everyday carry |
| Maker | Electrum Technologies | Ridge |
Read the full verdicts
The full reviews
Best Bitcoin wallet for power users
7.8
Electrum Wallet
A veteran, open-source, self-custody Bitcoin wallet with unmatched fee and coin control. P...
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8.7
Ridge Wallet
A slim metal cardholder with genuine RFID shielding and a lifetime build. The reference po...
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The verdict
Ridge Wallet takes it
Ridge Wallet earns the higher mark on our standard, but read both reviews before you decide.