Comparison

Tangem vs Foundation Security

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Tangem

This app provides a secure, non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet solution. It combines hardware security with a mobile interface to manage your digital assets, generate private keys on dedicated hardware, and interact with Web3 applications.

Highlights
  • Non-custodial crypto wallet
  • Hardware wallet with secure element chip
  • Private keys generated on dedicated hardware
  • NFC-enabled smartphone integration
  • Multi-chain support (BTC, ETH, etc.)
  • Web3 wallet for dApp access
Features
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Tangem - Non-Custodial Crypto Wallet & Hardware Wallet Tangem is a self-custody, non-custodial crypto wallet that combines a hardware wallet with a mobile crypto wallet app. Designed for secure cold storage, Tangem keeps your private keys on dedicated hardware — not on company servers. Private keys are generated and stored on your Tangem Card or Tangem Ring. Tangem does not store, access, or control your funds or private keys. You approve every transaction using your NFC-enabled smartphone. Hardware Cold Wallet with Secure Chip Tangem functions as a hardware wallet and cold wallet, isolating private keys on a secure element chip certified to Common Criteria EAL6+. Security features include: Secure element chip (EAL6+) Private keys generated and stored on the card NFC-based secure communication No server-side custody Users can connect up to three Tangem cards to one wallet setup for backup and recovery. Bitcoin Wallet, Ethereum Wallet & Multi-Chain Crypto Wallet Tangem supports multiple blockchain networks and thousands of digital assets. Use Tangem as a: Bitcoin wallet (BTC wallet) Ethereum wallet (ETH wallet) Multi-chain crypto wallet Web3 wallet for decentralized applications Send and receive cryptocurrencies, view balances and transaction history, and manage supported assets in one crypto wallet app. Web3 Wallet & dApp Access Tangem acts as a Web3 wallet, allowing connections to decentralized applications (dApps) via secure wallet connectivity standards. You can: Connect to decentralized exchanges Access token swaps Interact with NFT platforms Use blockchain-based services All blockchain transactions are initiated and approved by the user. Some features connect to independent third-party providers. Tangem provides the wallet interface only and does not offer exchange, brokerage, investment, custody, or payment services. Availability of third-party services depends on provider terms and user location. Important Tangem is a non-custodial crypto wallet provider. Tangem does not hold user funds or private keys. Users are responsible for managing access to their hardware wallet devices. Learn more at [tangem.com](http://tangem.com/).

About

Foundation Security

Securely store your crypto seed phrases and private keys in a single, encrypted vault. Offers institutional-grade protection with biometric authentication and on-device encryption for personal control. Includes features for recovery and legacy planning for your digital assets.

Highlights
  • Encrypted vault for seed phrases and private keys
  • Biometric authentication
  • On-device encryption
  • Recovery device support (YubiKey, mobile fallbacks)
  • Legacy plan for beneficiaries
  • Mobile-first access and management
Features
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Foundation is the easiest and most secure way to protect your crypto seed phrases and private keys. Built on the same security trusted by top institutions, Foundation gives everyday users professional-grade protection — without the complexity. Why Foundation? One Vault for Every Wallet Store all your seed phrases and private keys in a single, encrypted mobile vault. Institutional Security, Personal Control Biometric authentication, on-device encryption, and zero-knowledge architecture ensure that only you control your keys. Recovery Without Compromise Add recovery devices like YubiKeys and mobile fallbacks, so you’ll never lose access to your assets. Plan for the Future Set up a Legacy Plan so your chosen beneficiary can inherit your crypto safely if something happens to you. Always With You Mobile-first design means you can access and manage your vault anywhere, anytime. Foundation is not just a backup — it’s a safety net for your digital wealth. Whether you’re a Bitcoin OG, a DeFi power user, or just starting out, Foundation gives you peace of mind that your assets are protected today and secured for tomorrow. Take control. Protect your future. Download Foundation today.

Screenshots

Tangem4 screens
Foundation Security4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Foundation Security at free against Tangem's paid. Foundation Security also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 84%). Tangem's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (25K vs 6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Tangem against 5.0 for Foundation Security. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tangem has 25K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 84% of Tangem's written reviews are positive against 100% of Foundation Security's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tangem ships an update every 6 days, Foundation Security every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Tangem versus Foundation Security: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTangemFoundation Security
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (25K ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews83.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings25K — better6
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.4 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size630 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTangem AGStation70

Customer experience

Tangem

All ratings24,979 ratings
Positive98.4%
Neutral0.8%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews1,371 reviews
Positive83.7%
Neutral4.7%
Negative11.7%

Foundation Security

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Tangem

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Transactions not reflecting in wallet balance
  • Inability to add custom tokens or networks
  • Recurring issues with Solana network integration
  • App freezes and crashes on certain devices

Requested features

6 requests
  • Multiple wallet addresses per asset
  • Performance tracking and charting
  • Staking and DeFi integration
  • Expanded token and network support
  • Notification system for withdrawals and deposits
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  • Desktop version

Foundation Security

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Tangem

No in-app purchases

None

Foundation Security

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tangem free?
Tangem is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Foundation Security free?
Foundation Security is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tangem or Foundation Security?
Foundation Security is rated higher. Tangem averages 4.9 out of 5 from 25K ratings, while Foundation Security averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Tangem or Foundation Security have ads?
Neither Tangem nor Foundation Security shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tangem or Foundation Security?
Tangem ships an update every 6 days, and Foundation Security every 2 months. Most recently, Tangem was updated on October 24, 2026 and Foundation Security on October 24, 2026.

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