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Head-to-head · Cryptocurrency Wallets Software

MetaMask vs Ledger Live

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score MetaMask #3 in Cryptocurrency Wallets Software 9.0/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit MetaMask
Ledger Live #6 in Cryptocurrency Wallets Software 8.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Ledger

MetaMask leads on 0 checks, Ledger Live on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMetaMask · 9.0/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresLedger Live · 2 of 3

MetaMask scores higher on our rubric for cryptocurrency wallets software: 9.0 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

MetaMask is the better fit for managing crypto across devices with optional card spending. Ledger Live is the better fit for ledger users managing many supported assets.

  • MetaMask fits best

    Managing crypto across devices with optional card spending

  • Ledger Live fits best

    Ledger users managing many supported assets

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Side by side

Feature MetaMask 9.0/10 Visit ↗ Ledger Live 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.4
Ranking #3 in Cryptocurrency Wallets Software #6 in Cryptocurrency Wallets Software
Best for Managing crypto across devices with optional card spending Ledger users managing many supported assets
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price $199/yr Free plan
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Docs, Community · 24/7 Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features MetaMask 0/3 · Ledger Live 2/3
Multi-signature support Not checked yet —
Hardware wallet support Not checked yet ✓ (best)
In-app fiat purchase Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Custody model Not checked yet Self-custody
Supported assets Not checked yet 15000
Available platforms Not checked yet Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Our review
Pros
  • Self-custody with Secret Recovery Phrase protection
  • Manage Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin and tokens across supported platforms
  • Built-in swaps, dApp connections and crypto card options
  • Lists support for 15,000 assets and portfolio monitoring across networks and accounts.
  • Combines Ledger device management with sending, receiving, swaps and staking.
  • Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android at no charge.
Cons
  • Metal Card costs $199 per year
  • Card availability and limits vary by region
  • New card sign-ups are paused in the US and UK
  • Designed as a companion interface for Ledger hardware signers.
  • Buying and selling crypto depend on integrated third-party providers.
  • Does not include multisig support.
Our verdict

MetaMask is a self-custodial digital wallet for people who want to manage crypto assets and connect to decentralized applications. It is available as a web experience, mobile app and browser extension, and supports Ethereum, Solana,…

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Ledger Live brings asset management and Ledger signer controls together in a desktop and mobile app. It is aimed at people who want to monitor portfolios, manage Ledger devices and accounts, and handle common crypto transactions through…

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  1. MetaMaskCryptocurrency Wallets Software 9.0Free plan
  2. Ledger LiveCryptocurrency Wallets Software 8.4Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • MetaMask — where it wins

    • Self-custody with Secret Recovery Phrase protection
    • Manage Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin and tokens across supported platforms
    • Built-in swaps, dApp connections and crypto card options

    Where it doesn't

    • Metal Card costs $199 per year
    • Card availability and limits vary by region
    • New card sign-ups are paused in the US and UK

  • Ledger Live — where it wins

    • Lists support for 15,000 assets and portfolio monitoring across networks and accounts.
    • Combines Ledger device management with sending, receiving, swaps and staking.
    • Available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android at no charge.

    Where it doesn't

    • Designed as a companion interface for Ledger hardware signers.
    • Buying and selling crypto depend on integrated third-party providers.
    • Does not include multisig support.
  • MetaMask9.0/10 · Free plan

    Manage Ethereum, Solana and Bitcoin, connect to dApps, and choose optional card services.

    Visit MetaMaskFull verdict →
  • Ledger Live8.4/10 · Free plan

    A free Ledger companion for managing assets, transactions and Web3 access across five platforms.

    Visit LedgerFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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