Head to head
Robinhood Wallet vs Ridge Wallet
The short answer
Which should you buy?
On our fixed standard, Ridge Wallet earns the higher mark, 8.7 to 7.6. But the right pick depends on what you want: Robinhood Wallet is our call for best self-custody wallet for beginners, while Ridge Wallet is the one to get for best everyday carry.
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Choose Robinhood Wallet if you
- Already use Robinhood and want a matching self-custody wallet
- Want Bitcoin and Solana alongside EVM chains
- Prefer funding with Apple Pay or Google Pay
- Are new to self-custody and want a simple app
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| RoRobinhood Wallet | Ridge Wallet |
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|---|---|---|
| Our score | 7.6 / 10 | 8.7 / 10 |
| Type | Self-custody crypto wallet | Minimalist everyday carry |
| Price | Free | from $95 |
| Value | 7.4 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Best self-custody wallet for beginners | Best everyday carry |
| Maker | Robinhood | Ridge |
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The full reviews
Best self-custody wallet for beginners
7.6
Robinhood Wallet
Robinhood's standalone self-custody wallet is polished and multichain, with Bitcoin and So...
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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.