KeepKey
KeepKey is a compact USB hardware wallet that securely stores cryptocurrency private keys offline, protecting them from online threats and ensuring safe transactions and account management.
Our impressions
Pros
- Has a great community and (d)app ecosystem
Cons
- Outdated microUSB port
- Needs constant USB connection
Our verdict
The product has a nice build quality and finish, a solid (d)app ecosystem, and a great community. The product launched in 2015 and it shows its age, compared to newer hardware wallet products. Most notably it has no secure element, a microUSB port, and limits itself to a single button for on-device input.
That being said, we would still prefer it over any software wallet, though.
Disclaimer: Our impressions are based on a compilation of factors tailored to the average user’s perspective. It is also important to note that whether a feature is a “pro” or “con” can depend on your situation and preferences. What may be an advantage in one scenario could be a challenge in another, and vice versa. Therefore, while reviewing these points, it’s essential to consider your unique requirements and circumstances when making decisions. This list aims to provide an idea of what to anticipate, but it is not the ultimate guide to determining whether something will work for you or not.
Key features
Supported coins
Supports multiple coins
Supports 7.000+ assets on 340+ blockchains
Open source
- Firmware
- Companion software
Seedphrase support
- BIP-39 (Mnemonic phrase)
- Passphrase
Security protections
- On device PIN entry
after 3 wrong PIN entries an increasing timeout is applied for each wrong PIN (we stopped testing at 256 seconds around wrong PIN #8 or so)
Platform support
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- Android
on Linux make sure to add udev rules
Additional features
can be used in conjunction with the companion app to store TOTP secrets and generate codes for TOTP based 2FA
Product videos
Photo gallery
Technical specification
Release year
KeepKey was released in 2015
Dimensions
94 mm x 38.4 mm x 12.2 mm
3.7 in x 1.51 in x 0.48 in
Weight
52 g
1.83 oz
Display
- Monochrome
- OLED
256×64 pixels
Connectivity
- micro USB
Housing
Black plastics and Anodized Aluminum