Founded in 2018 (first device 2019), SafePal delivers cold-storage wallets with CC EAL$5+, tamper self-destruct, and air-gapped QR/Bluetooth signing — managed via a unified mobile app and browser extension.
SafePal S1: air-gapped QR signingSafePal is a cold-storage lineup purpose-built for self-custody: private keys live inside a secure element and never leave the device. Devices sign transactions offline (S1/S1 Pro via QR; X1 via Bluetooth with on-device confirmation). The ecosystem includes a free mobile app (Android/iOS, since 2020) and a browser extension for Web3 access, swaps, staking, and NFTs. The hardware uses a CC EAL$5+ secure element and self-destruct tamper response; access is gated by PIN/password and optional $2FA. Coverage: $100+ blockchains and $30,000+ tokens.
App languages: English, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Korean, Japanese, Portuguese, Vietnamese, Russian, Spanish, Indonesian, Turkish, Hindi.
Mobile: Android & iOS. Browser extension: major Chromium-based browsers. Desktop app: not available (operations routed via mobile/extension).
SafePal supports $30,000+ tokens across 100+ blockchains. Popular examples include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple (XRP), Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, Binance Coin (BNB), Dogecoin, Zcash, Polkadot, Solana, and Cardano. ERC-20, TRC$10/TRC$20, BEP$2/BEP$20, and other standards are supported. Networks are continually expanded through firmware/app updates.
Note: Availability can vary by region and time. Choose QR (air-gapped) for maximum isolation, or Bluetooth for convenience with strict on-device approvals.
Risk model: Devices minimize host risk by isolating key material. The remaining risks are physical custody (loss/theft) and user hygiene (seed handling, phishing approvals). Address both with redundancy and process discipline.
Funding & off-ramp: Top up via exchanges. Direct card withdrawal: not supported from the wallet. Use CEX/OTC/PSP for fiat off-ramp.
Tip: Always verify the network before receiving/sending (e.g., ERC-20 vs BEP-20) to avoid loss.
Receive: open asset → Receive → copy address or show QR; sender scans and broadcasts. On device: Asset Management → asset → Receive → show QR.
Send: asset → Send → paste address → amount → choose fee (or custom gas) → confirm on device (QR/Bluetooth).
Swap: app bottom bar → Swap → select pair → confirm → pay only network fees (plus any partner spread where applicable).
Staking is offered via Invest/Earn modules. Pools cap individual deposits (e.g., ~3% of pool size). Example tokens: BNB, BSW, CAKE, BANANA, USDT, ETH, BTCB, USDC. Liquidity pools (e.g., BNB-USDC) issue LP tokens; estimated APYs vary (~3–85%/yr) by asset and conditions. Withdraw anytime from the same panel.
Observed benchmarks from user reports/tests: average reply ~24 hours; customer-centricity ~6.5/10; professionalism ~7/10; overall ~$6.75/10 (rank ~6th). Response times vary by queue load and issue complexity.
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Security | 5.0/5 |
| Registration Simplicity | 4.9/5 |
| Ease of Use | 4.6/5 |
| Mobile Optimization | 5.0/5 |
| Asset Selection | 4.1/5 |
| Top-up & Withdrawals | 4.5/5 |
| Features & Specs | 4.8/5 |
| Performance | 4.9/5 |
| Support Quality | 4.0/5 |
| Availability | 4.9/5 |
| Cost | 4.6/5 |
| User Reviews | 4.7/5 |
| Overall | 4.7/5 |
| Spec | SafePal S1 | Trezor Model T | Ledger Nano X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Release Year | 2019 | 2018 | 2019 |
| Price | $49.99 | $205 | $149 |
| Dimensions (mm) | 86×54×6 | 64×39×10 | 72×19×12 |
| Display Resolution | 240×240 | 240×240 | 128×64 |
| Panel | IPS | RGB LCD | OLED |
| Backup | BIP$39 | BIP$39, SLIP$39 | BIP$39 |
| Software Openness | Closed | Open | Closed |
| Connection | Air-gapped | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| Wireless | — | — | Bluetooth |
| Battery | 400 mAh | — | 100 mAh |
| micro-SD Slot | — | Yes | — |
| PIN / Seed | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes | Yes / Yes |
| Compatibility | iOS, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android | Windows, macOS, Linux |
Takeaway: SafePal’s air-gapped QR and mobile-first design deliver strong security and low price. Trezor offers open-source firmware and micro-SD; Ledger adds Bluetooth. Choose based on workflow (mobile vs desktop), budget, and ecosystem.
$30,000+ tokens across $100+ blockchains, including BTC/ETH/SOL and major L1/L2 networks. Popular examples: Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Bitcoin Cash, Litecoin, BNB, Dogecoin, Zcash, Polkadot, Solana, Cardano.
The primary control surfaces are mobile app (Android/iOS) and browser extension. There’s no standalone desktop app; use the extension for desktop Web$3.
No KYC is needed to use the hardware wallet. Registration involves installing the app, setting a password, and creating a seed phrase. Some third-party on-ramps/partners may require KYC for fiat services.
No direct card withdrawal. Use a CEX or trusted OTC/PSP: send assets to the exchange, swap to fiat, and withdraw to card/bank.
The app displays a transaction request as a QR. The device scans it, signs offline, and shows a response QR for the app to scan back. No cable or network link to the device.
All approvals still occur on device. QR is fully offline; Bluetooth is convenient. Pick based on threat model and environment.
Staking pools vary; examples include BNB, BSW, CAKE, BANANA, USDT, ETH, BTCB, USDC. APYs range widely (~3–85%/yr) and change over time.
Recover on a new device using your BIP39 seed. Without the seed, assets are unrecoverable — protect it like cash.
Back up your seed → download the latest firmware (e.g., upgrade.bin) from the official site → follow the device’s Upgrade flow (see vendor guide). Never install files from unofficial sources.
Settings → Reset wallet → confirm. Ensure your seed and PIN are saved beforehand to restore later.
SafePal earns its spot as a budget-friendly cold wallet with enterprise-style protections: CC EAL5+, air-gapped QR, tamper self-destruct, and a multilingual app that handles swaps, staking, NFTs, and WalletConnect. If you want maximum isolation with mobile-first convenience, S1/S1 Pro (QR) are the obvious picks; choose X1 if Bluetooth suits your workflow. For power users who spend more time on desktop or prefer open-source stacks, compare against Trezor; if you need Bluetooth in a desktop-centric setup, compare against Ledger. At $49.99–$89.99, SafePal is a strong value play.
