Rankings

All 50 reviews, highest score first. Scores are out of 10 and come from our own accounts and devices.

1Kraken review: licensing and a 14-year clean record versus Pro feesBest for investors who prioritize licensing, custody transparency and a clean security record over the cheapest possible fee8.6Free account; Kraken Pro fees from 0.02% maker at volumeRegulated ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

2Trezor Safe 7 review: does Bluetooth and TROPIC01 justify $249?Best for security-conscious holders who want an auditable chip and the biggest Trezor screen8.5$249Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

3Rabby Wallet Review: A Wallet That Argues With You Before You SignBest for active DeFi users on Ethereum and EVM chains who approve unfamiliar contracts often8.5FreeSoftware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

4Trezor Safe 3 Review: A $59 Wallet With No Real Security GapBest for first-time buyers storing a serious crypto balance without paying for a touchscreen8.4$59Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

5Ledger Nano Gen5 Review: Does It Retire the Nano X?Best for first-time cold storage buyers who want a touchscreen instead of two-button navigation8.4$179Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

6TradingView review: which plan a crypto trader actually needsBest for crypto traders who want one chart platform across every exchange and mainly need more alerts than charts8.4Free; paid plans from $12.95/moResearch and Data ToolsRead reviewVisit site

7BitBox02 Nova review: the simplest open-source cold wallet we testedBest for a cautious first-time buyer who wants open-source firmware and a secure chip without giving up either one8.4From $169Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

8CoinGecko API review: when does the free Demo tier stop being enough?Best for developers prototyping or running small tools who will upgrade once traffic is real8.1Free demo API; paid plans availableResearch and Data ToolsRead reviewVisit site

9Coldcard Q Review: A Keyboard and a 2026 Firmware Bug to Reckon WithBest for long-term Bitcoin-only holders who want passphrase support and true air-gapped signing8.1$319 direct from Coinkite (list price $369)Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

10Hyperliquid review: on-chain perps that trade like a centralized order bookBest for active perpetuals traders who want to keep custody of collateral without giving up order-book execution8.1Free to use; trading fees from 0.015% makerDerivatives PlatformsRead reviewVisit site

11Jupiter review: does routing beat a single Solana DEX?Best for solana traders who want the best routed swap price without paying an aggregator markup8.0Free to use; network and platform fees applyDecentralized ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

12PancakeSwap review: cheap BNB Chain swaps, and where the real risk sitsBest for bNB Chain users swapping established tokens who check a pool's age before farming it8.0Free to use; pool and network fees applyDecentralized ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

13MetaMask Review: Still the Default, But Is Default Still Safest?Best for ethereum and Solana users who want one seed across chains and a hardware wallet for larger balances7.9FreeSoftware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

14Uniswap review: what a swap on the biggest DEX really costsBest for occasional traders who want deep self-custody liquidity and a polished, audited app7.8Free to use; pool and network fees applyDecentralized ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

15OKX review: is the pro toolkit and built-in Web3 wallet worth it over Binance?Best for active traders who want a deep order book and an integrated Web3 wallet in one app7.8Spot fees from 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker (global tier)Global ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

16CoinLedger review: does the free preview actually finish inside TurboTax?Best for uS investors with a mostly buy-and-sell portfolio who want a fast, cheap TurboTax export7.8Free preview; paid plans from $49/tax yearCrypto Tax SoftwareRead reviewVisit site

17Koinly Review: Does the Free Preview Turn Into a Clean Report?Best for investors who trade mainly on centralized exchanges and want to preview gains before committing to a paid report7.8Free preview; paid plans from $49/tax yearCrypto Tax SoftwareRead reviewVisit site

18Keystone 3 Pro Review: Air-Gapped Security Without USB or BluetoothBest for metaMask and DeFi users who want zero wireless or cable attack surface and can accept a slower, two-scan signing process7.8$149Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

191inch review: does routing beat a plain Uniswap swap once gas is counted?Best for traders moving $1,000 or more per swap who want the best rate without shopping five DEXs manually7.8Free to use; network fees applyDecentralized ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

20Deribit review: can a retail trader actually use it?Best for non-US traders who specifically need options exposure and can read an order book unaided7.6Options fees from 0.03% of underlyingDerivatives PlatformsRead reviewVisit site

21Phantom review: still the best Solana wallet now that it covers Ethereum too?Best for solana-first users who also want everyday Ethereum, Base and Bitcoin coverage in one app7.6Free wallet; 0.85% fee on selected in-app swapsSoftware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

22Ledger Flex review: is the touchscreen worth $70 over the Nano Gen5?Best for active signers who want a large, glanceable screen and do not mind paying for it7.6$249Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

23Curve Review: Still the Cheapest Way to Move Large Stablecoin SumsBest for traders and treasuries swapping large stablecoin amounts who already hold a self-custody wallet7.6Free to use; pool and network fees applyDecentralized ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

24Summ review: does the Koinly rival earn its rebrand on DeFi and multi-country tax?Best for multi-chain DeFi users filing outside the largest markets7.6Free to import; paid plans from $49/tax yearCrypto Tax SoftwareRead reviewVisit site

25Bitpanda Review: MiCA-Licensed Convenience, at a Real Spread CostBest for europeans who want licensed, easy crypto access and do not trade often enough to justify a lower-spread exchange7.6Free account; fees vary by assetRegulated ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

26Arkham Intelligence review: is free wallet tracking worth the trade-off?Best for readers who want free wallet-tracking data on whales, funds and exchanges without paying for a Nansen-style subscription7.6FreeResearch and Data ToolsRead reviewVisit site

27Trust Wallet review: safe after the extension breach?Best for multi-chain mobile users who skip the browser extension or keep it updated without exception7.5FreeSoftware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

28Tangem Wallet review: is a screenless NFC card safe enough?Best for buyers who want tap-to-sign convenience and accept losing the on-device screen check7.4From $59.90Hardware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

29Nansen Review: Does Wallet Labeling Earn Its $49 a Month?Best for active DeFi traders and allocators who need wallet-level flow data, not passive holders checking a portfolio once a week7.4Free tier; Pro from $49/month billed annuallyResearch and Data ToolsRead reviewVisit site

30Coinbase Review: Is the Easy Button Still Worth the Fee Gap?Best for first-time US buyers willing to switch to Advanced Trade once balances grow past pocket money7.2Free account; fees vary by order typeRegulated ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

31CoinTracker review: the right tax tool if your history sits on Coinbase?Best for investors whose activity sits mostly on Coinbase and a small number of centralized exchanges7.2Free tier; paid plans from $59/yrCrypto Tax SoftwareRead reviewVisit site

32Gemini review: does the compliance record justify the fees?Best for new York-based or compliance-focused investors who will route size through ActiveTrader, not the standard app7.2Free account; fees vary by order typeRegulated ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

33Coinbase Wallet Review: Life After the Base App NameBest for self-custody users who want to trade across more than 10 chains from one wallet7.2FreeSoftware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

34Bitstamp review: does the oldest licensed exchange still earn its fees under Robinhood?Best for traders who prioritize regulatory coverage over coin selection or the cheapest fee7.2Free account; fees vary by volumeRegulated ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

35Glassnode review: do on-chain metrics give retail more than free charts?Best for long-term holders who want realized-price and holder-cohort context beyond price charts7.0Free tier; Advanced from $49/mo, Professional from $999/moResearch and Data ToolsRead reviewVisit site

36Raydium review: can you trade new Solana tokens without getting rugged?Best for solana traders who already run a rug-pull checker like RugCheck before buying any token launched in the last 24 hours7.0Free to use; pool and network fees applyDecentralized ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

37KuCoin review: altcoin depth, a US exit and what 900 tokens actually costsBest for non-US traders who want early access to small-cap altcoins at a flat, low fee6.9Spot fees from 0.1% (0.08% paying with KCS)Global ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

38ZenLedger review: does the CPA-oriented tooling earn its price?Best for traders who work with a CPA and want that person inside the same account, not casual holders filing alone6.9Free plan; paid plans from $49/tax yearCrypto Tax SoftwareRead reviewVisit site

39Bybit review: is it safe after the 2025 hack, and worth the risk?Best for active derivatives traders who accept the 2025 hack risk in exchange for deep tools6.9Spot fees from 0.10%; perpetual futures from 0.02% makerGlobal ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

40Exodus Review: Is the Polished Design Worth Its Swap Spreads?Best for users who want a clean wallet paired with a Trezor or Ledger, who swap only small amounts inside the app6.9Free to download; swap spreads apply on tradesSoftware WalletsRead reviewVisit site

41Binance Review: Liquidity That Comes With a Criminal RecordBest for non-US, non-EU traders who prioritize liquidity and low fees over an unblemished compliance record6.8Spot fees from 0.1%Global ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

42Bitget Review: Is Copy Trading a Feature or a Trap for Beginners?Best for traders who follow a vetted trader with a hard position cap and a stop-loss already set6.8Spot fees from 0.1%Global ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

43Crypto.com App Review: Convenient Buys, But the Spread Adds UpBest for casual buyers who want crypto and a cashback Visa card in one app6.8Free app; fees vary by productGlobal ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

44Gate review: does the huge coin catalog come with reserves you can trust?Best for traders after a wide coin catalog who check Gate's reserve dashboard rather than assuming a spotless history6.8Spot fees from 0.1%Global ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

45Robinhood Crypto review: what commission-free actually costs at checkoutBest for small, occasional crypto buyers already using Robinhood for stocks who value simplicity over the lowest possible cost6.5Commission-free; spread appliesRegulated ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

46dYdX Review: Its Own Chain Against Hyperliquid's LiquidityBest for traders who prioritize a fully decentralized, self-custodied order book over the deepest liquidity6.5Free to use; trading fees from 0.01% maker, ~0.05% takerDerivatives PlatformsRead reviewVisit site

47eToro Crypto Review: Is the 1% Fee Worth the Stock Shelf Next Door?Best for existing eToro stock investors adding a small, buy-and-hold crypto position6.41% crypto trading feeRegulated ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

48Phemex review: can a mid-size futures exchange recover from a $73M hack?Best for experienced futures traders who already diversify custody across exchanges6.4Futures fees from 0.01% makerDerivatives PlatformsRead reviewVisit site

49MEXC Review: 0% Maker Fees Are Real, So Is the Compliance GapBest for active traders chasing new listings who keep balances small and move winnings off-platform fast6.4Spot fees from 0% maker, 0.05% takerGlobal ExchangesRead reviewVisit site

50BingX Review: Copy Trading Is the Product, Futures Is the RiskBest for traders who want futures exposure through a vetted copy trader rather than placing their own leveraged orders6.0Futures fees from 0.02% makerDerivatives PlatformsRead reviewVisit site