Head to head
Uphold vs Ridge Wallet
The short answer
Which should you buy?
On our fixed standard, Ridge Wallet earns the higher mark, 8.7 to 6.8. But the right pick depends on what you want: Uphold is our call for best platform for many asset types, while Ridge Wallet is the one to get for best everyday carry.
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Choose Uphold if you
- Want crypto, metals and currencies in one account
- Value real-time proof of reserves
- Are comfortable with custodial holding
- Like anything-to-anything swaps
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| UpUphold | Ridge Wallet |
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|---|---|---|
| Our score | 6.8 / 10 | 8.7 / 10 |
| Type | Custodial multi-asset platform | Minimalist everyday carry |
| Price | Free account | from $95 |
| Value | 6.4 | 8.5 |
| Best for | Best platform for many asset types | Best everyday carry |
| Maker | Uphold | Ridge |
Read the full verdicts
The full reviews
Best platform for many asset types
6.8
Uphold
A custodial platform that trades crypto, metals and currencies in one account, with real-t...
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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.