Comparison

Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet vs KeepKey Mobile

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

Head to head
About

Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet

A secure and user-friendly Bitcoin wallet designed for both beginners and experienced users. It offers easy setup, direct Bitcoin purchasing, and advanced features like Lightning Network and Liquid asset support. Prioritizes privacy with no KYC required and optional Tor connectivity.

Highlights
  • Simple wallet setup
  • Buy Bitcoin directly
  • Open-source and community-trusted
  • Track portfolio and history
  • Hardware wallet support
  • Lightning Network and Liquid support
  • Connect to your own node
Features
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Buy, send, and secure your bitcoin with no sign-up required. The Blockstream app is a self-custodial wallet that works across all three layers of Bitcoin: On-chain, Lightning, and Liquid. Create your wallet, unlock with PIN or Face ID, and start in seconds. 100% open-source, built by Blockstream, the global leader in Bitcoin infrastructure. KEY FEATURES Transact Between Layers: Hold on-chain bitcoin, make instant Lightning payments, and use Liquid for fast, confidential transactions. Swap between networks directly inside the app. Buy Bitcoin: Purchase bitcoin in 200+ currencies using Apple Pay, card, or bank transfer. Funds arrive in your self-custodial wallet. No Sign-Up Required: Create a wallet with Face ID alone. No email, phone number, or personal information collected. Security That Grows with You: Start with a PIN. Store your recovery phrase when you're ready. Upgrade to a hardware wallet as your holdings grow. Each layer adds protection without switching apps. Hardware Wallet Ready: Pair with Blockstream Jade for cold storage that works seamlessly with Lightning and Liquid. Jade signs transactions while staying offline. Also supports Ledger, Trezor, Coldcard, and more through direct pairing or watch-only import. Lightning Without the Complexity: Lightning payments work through trustless atomic swaps. No channels to manage, no inbound liquidity to worry about, no node to run. Just scan and pay. Privacy First: No KYC. No mandatory personal data. Connect through Tor with a single tap. Route through your own Bitcoin node. Address rotation by default. Flexible & Functional: Liquid asset support. Replace-by-fee for stuck transactions. Custom fee settings. PSBT export for watch-only workflows. Testnet support for developers. Open Source: Every line of code is publicly auditable under GPL-3.0. Built on GDK, Blockstream's cross-platform wallet library. Available in 30+ languages. Built for iOS, Android, and desktop.

About

KeepKey Mobile

Securely view your cryptocurrency portfolio on your mobile device using your hardware wallet. Connect instantly via QR code to monitor all your holdings in real-time with a privacy-first approach.

Highlights
  • Secure QR code pairing
  • Real-time portfolio tracking
  • Support for 100+ cryptocurrencies
  • Dark mode interface
  • Instant balance updates
  • Read-only access
  • Works with KeepKey hardware wallets
Features
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KeepKey Mobile - Your Hardware Wallet, Everywhere Transform your KeepKey hardware wallet into a mobile experience. KeepKey Mobile is the official companion app that lets you securely view your cryptocurrency portfolio on your iPhone, anywhere, anytime. CRYPTO-GRADE SECURITY Your private keys never leave your KeepKey hardware wallet. KeepKey Mobile displays read-only portfolio information, ensuring your assets remain secure while giving you convenient mobile access. INSTANT QR CODE PAIRING Connect your mobile device to your desktop KeepKey vault in seconds: • Open your desktop vault at vault.keepkey.com • Generate a secure pairing QR code • Scan with your iPhone • View your portfolio instantly PORTFOLIO AT A GLANCE Monitor all your cryptocurrency holdings in one beautiful interface: • Bitcoin (BTC) • Ethereum (ETH) • Litecoin (LTC) • Thorchain (RUNE) • And 100+ supported assets Real-time portfolio values and balances, updated automatically. PRIVACY FIRST • No account registration required • No email or phone number needed • Your data stays on your device • Secure local storage • No third-party tracking FEATURES • Secure QR code pairing with desktop vault • Real-time portfolio tracking • Support for 100+ cryptocurrencies • Beautiful dark mode interface • Instant balance updates • Read-only access (maximum security) • Works with KeepKey hardware wallets WHO IS THIS FOR? • KeepKey hardware wallet owners • Cryptocurrency investors who want mobile portfolio access • Security-conscious users who prefer cold storage • Anyone managing multiple crypto assets ABOUT KEEPKEY KeepKey is a premium hardware wallet that provides best-in-class security for your cryptocurrency. With KeepKey Mobile, you get the convenience of mobile access without compromising the security of cold storage. REQUIREMENTS • KeepKey hardware wallet • Desktop computer with KeepKey vault (vault.keepkey.com) • WiFi connection for pairing YOUR KEYS, YOUR CRYPTO Remember: KeepKey Mobile is a read-only companion app. All transactions still require your physical KeepKey device and PIN. Your private keys remain secure in your hardware wallet. SUPPORT Need help? Visit keepkey.com for guides, FAQs, and customer support. Download KeepKey Mobile today and take your portfolio with you, securely.

Screenshots

Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet4 screens
KeepKey Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet at 1.2K against KeepKey Mobile's 1. KeepKey Mobile's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

KeepKey Mobile holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet has 1.2K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet versus KeepKey Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlockstream Bitcoin WalletKeepKey Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.2K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.2K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size168 MB26 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlockstreamKEY HODLERS LLC

Customer experience

Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet

All ratings1,219 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral1.8%
Negative5.0%
Written reviews265 reviews
Positive47.9%
Neutral7.2%
Negative44.9%

KeepKey Mobile

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Login/connection issues
  • Wallet restoration problems
  • Disappearing transaction history
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS devices
  • 2FA-related bugs locking users out of their wallets

Requested features

5 requests
  • Support for Taproot addresses
  • Lightning network integration
  • Advanced reporting and export options
  • Improved wallet management (renaming, deleting, etc.)
  • Ability to see balance without hardware device connected

KeepKey Mobile

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet

No in-app purchases

None

KeepKey Mobile

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet free?
Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KeepKey Mobile free?
KeepKey Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet or KeepKey Mobile?
KeepKey Mobile is rated higher. Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while KeepKey Mobile averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet or KeepKey Mobile have ads?
Neither Blockstream Bitcoin Wallet nor KeepKey Mobile shows ads.

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