Blockstream Jade
Cold Storage / HardwareBlockstream Jade is an affordable open-source hardware wallet with unique 'virtual secure element' technology. Camera for QR-based air-gapped signing. Backed by Blockstream, a leading Bitcoin infrastructure company.
Quick Verdict
With a Custody Score of 5.4/10, Blockstream Jade is ranked #6 of 7 among cold storage / hardware providers. Its strongest category is Fee Transparency and its weakest is Insurance.
Analysis
Score Breakdown
The Custody Score is a weighted average across 8 criteria, each rated 1-10.
| Criterion | Score | Weight | Weighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security | 8 | 20% | 1.60 |
| Insurance | 1 | 15% | 0.15 |
| Regulatory | 1 | 15% | 0.15 |
| Fee Transparency | 9.5 | 10% | 0.95 |
| Track Record | 6.5 | 15% | 0.98 |
| Withdrawal Flexibility | 9.5 | 10% | 0.95 |
| Reporting & Audit | 2 | 10% | 0.20 |
| Counterparty Diversification | 9 | 5% | 0.45 |
| Total | 100% | 5.4 |
Key Features
- ✓Virtual secure element
- ✓Camera for air-gapped QR signing
- ✓Open-source
- ✓Liquid Network support
- ✓Blockstream Green integration
- ✓Affordable
Fee Breakdown
| Setup Fee | $65 (device purchase) |
| Annual Custody Fee | None |
| Transaction Fee | Network fees only |
| Withdrawal Fee | Network fees only |
| Notes | Most affordable quality hardware wallet. Blockstream Green integration. |
Security Details
Key Management
Virtual secure element hardware wallet
Cold Storage
100%
SOC Compliance
Open-source audited
Penetration Testing
Yes
Incident History: No known compromises
Insurance Coverage
Coverage
None — self-custody hardware
Carrier
N/A
Details
Hardware wallet. Full user responsibility.
Regulatory Status
Licenses
- N/A — hardware manufacturer
Blockstream Corporation — major Bitcoin infrastructure company.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Most affordable quality hardware wallet
- Blockstream backing and ecosystem
- Air-gapped QR signing with camera
- Fully open-source
- Liquid Network support
Cons
- Virtual secure element is unconventional
- Newer product
- Limited altcoin support
- Less established than Ledger/Trezor
- Requires Blockstream Green for best experience