Phantom

Self-custody crypto wallet for Solana, Ethereum, Bitcoin and more, on phone and in the browser.

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Updated Nov 2, 2026 · AppBreakup editorial · iOS, Android, Browser extension

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About Phantom

Phantom started as the most popular wallet for the Solana blockchain and has grown into a multi-chain self-custody wallet that also handles Ethereum, Bitcoin and several other networks. You hold your own keys, so Phantom cannot move or freeze your funds, and you can pair it with a Ledger hardware wallet for extra safety. The app lets you buy, swap and send tokens, view NFTs, connect to decentralised apps, and it now adds trading features such as perpetual futures, prediction markets and a desktop trading terminal. Built-in scam detection warns about suspicious transactions before you sign them. In the US it also offers a prepaid Visa debit card for spending crypto balances. The wallet is free to download; Phantom earns money from fees on swaps and trades made inside the app. It runs as a browser extension for Chrome, Brave and Edge and as an iOS and Android app. It suits people active in the Solana ecosystem who want one wallet that also covers other chains.

Best for: Solana users who want a polished self-custody wallet that also covers Ethereum and Bitcoin.

What works

Self-custodial: only you control the keys
Clean app with swaps, NFTs and dapp connections in one place
Ledger hardware wallet support
Scam warnings before you sign risky transactions

Why people leave

Closed source, unlike wallets such as Rabby or Sparrow
In-app swaps and trades carry fees on top of network costs
Trading features like perps and prediction markets add risk and clutter for simple holders

Phantom vs Ledger Wallet, Sparrow Wallet and Atomic Wallet

From each app's listing and the prices verified on its own site. A dash means we haven't verified it yet.

Attribute	Phantom	Ledger Wallet	Sparrow Wallet	Atomic Wallet
Pricing	Free	Free	Open source	Free
Verified price	—	—	—	—
Free plan	Free app	Free app	Free app	Free app
Open source	No	No	Yes	No
Self-hostable	No	No	No	No
Platforms	iOS, Android, Browser extension	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android	Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS

Top Phantom alternatives

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1
Ledger Wallet
Keeps keys on a Ledger hardware device for people who want cold storage rather than a hot wallet.
64.8
2
Sparrow Wallet
Open-source, Bitcoin-only desktop wallet with fine coin control for people who only hold BTC.
61.8
3
Atomic Wallet
Covers hundreds of coins beyond Phantom's chains, with full desktop apps for Windows, macOS and Linux.
57.3
4
Coinbase
A regulated custodial exchange for people who would rather not manage their own keys and seed phrase.
48.9
5Ra
Rabby Wallet
Open-source EVM wallet that simulates every transaction and warns about risky approvals.
42.3

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Phantom: common questions

What is Phantom?

Phantom: Self-custody crypto wallet for Solana, Ethereum, Bitcoin and more, on phone and in the browser. Best for solana users who want a polished self-custody wallet that also covers Ethereum and Bitcoin. Available for iOS, Android and Browser extension.

Is Phantom free?

Yes, Phantom is free to use.

Is Phantom open source?

No, Phantom is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Sparrow Wallet, Rabby Wallet and Xverse.

What platforms does Phantom run on?

Phantom is available for iOS, Android and Browser extension.

What are the best alternatives to Phantom?

The highest-ranked Phantom alternatives right now are Ledger Wallet, Sparrow Wallet and Atomic Wallet. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

Phantom vs Ledger Wallet: what's the difference?

Both Phantom and Ledger Wallet are free to use. Only Phantom runs on Browser extension. Only Ledger Wallet runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.

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Phantom facts

5 of 5 verified

Custody: Self-custodial; Checked Nov 8, 2026phantom.com(opens source in a new tab); “Controlled by you, secured by us See more Your security Self-custodial means you control your funds. We never have access.”
Users: 20+ million; Checked Nov 8, 2026phantom.com(opens source in a new tab); “Trusted by a community of 20+ million users.”
Hardware wallet: Ledger supported; Checked Nov 8, 2026phantom.com(opens source in a new tab); “Connect your Ledger to keep your crypto even safer.”
Platforms: Chrome, Brave, Edge, iOS, Android; Checked Nov 8, 2026phantom.com(opens source in a new tab); “Download for desktop Chrome Brave Edge Download for mobile iOS Android”
Prediction markets: Yes; Checked Nov 8, 2026phantom.com(opens source in a new tab); “Trade big moments in culture with Prediction Markets.”