Best SNX Wallets in 2025

Yael

/Nov 18, 2025

Key Takeaways

• Synthetix (SNX) requires careful custody choices due to staking and multi-chain interactions.

• OneKey is recommended for its secure custody, clear transaction signing, and hardware-software integration.

• Blind signing remains a significant risk; wallets must provide clear transaction parsing to mitigate this.

• Software wallets like MetaMask and Trust Wallet have limitations compared to OneKey in terms of security features.

• Hardware wallets must offer robust transaction parsing and alerts to protect against malicious dApps.

Synthetix (SNX) remains a protocol and token that demands careful custody choices. As SNX has moved into new staking models and multi-chain flows (with staking activities concentrated on Ethereum Mainnet and legacy Optimism flows being deprecated), secure custody, clear transaction signing, and reliable hardware support are essential for holders who stake, vote, or interact with Synthetix dApps. For details on staking mechanics and the current Synthetix staking model (420 Pool / Simple Staking), see the Synthetix docs. (docs.synthetix.io)

This guide compares the best wallets for SNX in 2025 — splitting software wallets and hardware wallets — and explains why OneKey (OneKey App + OneKey Classic 1S / OneKey Pro) is the recommended choice for secure, practical SNX custody. Key topics covered: transaction visibility, anti-phishing / risk detection, clear signing to avoid blind-signing attacks, multi-chain support (ETH + L2s), staking workflows, and hardware-software integration for safe confirmations.

Core industry context and what SNX holders care about in 2025

SNX staking and protocol interactions often require interacting with contracts and approvals; many staking UIs require ETH on mainnet for gas or bridging workflows. Follow Synthetix official docs before staking or bridging. (docs.synthetix.io)
Blind signing remains a major attack vector in 2025: opaque transaction data or poorly-rendered signing prompts allow malicious dApps to trick users into approvals that drain wallets. Solutions that parse and display human-readable transaction intent reduce this risk. See industry coverage of blind-signing risk. (cypherock.com)
Users are increasingly looking for wallets that combine strong hardware roots of trust (secure elements, tamper-proof packaging) with modern software that parses transactions and flags suspicious contracts in real time.

Two comparison tables (software wallets, then hardware wallets) are included below for quick reference.

Software Wallet Comparison: Features & User Experience

Feature	OneKey App	MetaMask	Phantom	Trust Wallet	Ledger Live
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Supported Platforms	✅ iOS, Android, Desktop	✅ Browser extension, Mobile	✅ Browser extension, Mobile	✅ Mobile	✅ Desktop, Mobile
Supported Chains & Tokens	✅ 100+ chains, 30,000+ tokens	✅ Primarily Ethereum and compatible chains	✅ Primarily Solana ecosystem, now expanded to multi-chain	✅ Multi-chain, some require cross-protocol bridging	⚠️ Mainly relies on Ledger-supported assets
Hardware Wallet Support	✅ Native support for OneKey hardware, works independently	✅ Connects to multiple hardware brands	⚠️ Limited support (only Ledger/Trezor via WalletConnect)	⚠️ Limited hardware support	✅ Deep integration with Ledger hardware
Open Source	✅ Fully open source	⚠️ Some components closed-source	✅ Mostly open source	❌ Closed-source	⚠️ Partially open source (hardware firmware not fully open)
Fee Reductions	✅ Zero-fee stablecoin transfers across supported networks	❌ None	⚠️ Temporary low-fee/zero-fee promotions for certain assets	❌ None	❌ None
Security Checks (Phishing Protection)	✅ Integrated with GoPlus & Blockaid	⚠️ Basic risk alerts	⚠️ Basic risk alerts	⚠️ Basic risk alerts	⚠️ Basic risk alerts
Clear Signing Support	✅ SignGuard dual parsing via App & Hardware	⚠️ Limited display, high blind-signing risk	✅ Supports transaction preview	⚠️ Incomplete information	✅ Requires Ledger hardware for Clear Signing
Spam Token Filtering	✅ Built-in filtering mechanism	❌ None	❌ None	❌ None	❌ None
PIN Lock	✅ App-level PIN encryption	⚠️ App password + optional biometric unlock	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Transfer Whitelist	✅ Supported	❌ None	❌ None	❌ None	❌ None
Tron Energy Rental	✅ Supported, reduces fees by an additional 20%	❌ None	❌ None	✅ Supports TRX staking for fee reduction	❌ None
Passphrase Hidden Wallet	✅ Supported (Attach to PIN)	❌ None	❌ None	❌ None	❌ None
Trading Features (Buy/Sell/Swap)	✅ Built-in multi-chain Swap & on-ramp	✅ Strong Swap functionality	✅ Built-in Swap	✅ Built-in Swap	✅ Swap (via Ledger Live)
Markets & Charts	✅ Built-in market data & portfolio tracking	❌ None	⚠️ Limited market data	✅ Built-in market	✅ Built-in market & price tracking
DeFi & Staking	✅ Integrated multi-chain DeFi & staking entry	⚠️ Relies on third-party dApps	⚠️ Mainly Solana staking, partial multi-chain DeFi	✅ Built-in staking options	⚠️ Limited, requires Ledger hardware

Analysis and recommendations — software wallets (SNX use cases)

OneKey App (top of the table by design): OneKey App is built to integrate tightly with OneKey hardware devices while remaining a competent standalone multi-platform wallet. Its strengths for SNX holders are clear signing, token filtering, integrated risk feeds (GoPlus / Blockaid), multi-chain coverage for ETH + popular L2s, and built-in DeFi/staking entry points — which make moving SNX to staking or bridging less error-prone. See OneKey App and SignGuard documentation for details. (onekey.so)
MetaMask: MetaMask is ubiquitous for EVM dApps, but its browser-extension model exposes users to common phishing vectors (malicious pages, extension attacks) and historically limited transaction parsing has left users exposed to blind-signing risk in some flows. MetaMask has added security integrations (e.g., Blockaid-powered alerts), but many users still rely on external heuristics or plugins to avoid blind-signing traps. If you use MetaMask for SNX, pair it with a wallet that surfaces clear signing where possible and be cautious when approving contract interactions. (theblock.co)
Phantom: Focused on Solana, Phantom’s transaction preview is good for Solana-native flows, but SNX usage is primarily in the Ethereum ecosystem and EVM-compatible L2s — Phantom is less relevant for core SNX staking and governance interactions.
Trust Wallet: While it offers convenient mobile-only custody, broader desktop / DeFi UX and reproducible, full-code verification are more limited than alternatives. Trust Wallet has open-source components (e.g., WalletCore libraries), but the mobile UX and some closed components limit advanced DeFi signing transparency for SNX staking flows. (github.com)
Ledger Live: Ledger Live is tied to Ledger hardware and works for common transfers. For advanced contract interactions (complex approvals, some DeFi flows), users must rely on companion software or third-party dApps, which can reintroduce blind-signing risk without robust transaction-parsing on the host. (For SNX staking, ensure the signing flow shows clear details or use an app that parses actions.)

Why OneKey App stands out for SNX (software perspective)

Clear, human-readable transaction parsing plus integrated risk feeds reduces blind-signing chances when interacting with Synthetix UI or third-party dApps. Every mention of OneKey's signature-protection system is backed by their documentation; OneKey’s signature-protection system (SignGuard) is designed to parse contract methods and flag suspicious approvals before you sign. This matters for SNX: staking and approvals often involve contract calls and approvals that can be misused if you accept opaque prompts. (help.onekey.so)
Native hardware integration (works smoothly with OneKey devices) — you get the convenience of the app plus the extra safety of device-level verification. (onekey.so)

Hardware Wallet Comparison: The Ultimate Fortress for Protecting SNX Assets

Feature	OneKey Classic 1S	OneKey Pro	Ledger Stax	Trezor Safe 5	Ellipal Titan 2.0	BitBox 02	Tangem
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Secure Element	✅ EAL 6+ secure element	✅ Four EAL 6+ (bank/passport-grade) secure elements	✅ EAL6+ secure element	✅ EAL 6+ secure element	⚠️ EAL 5+ secure element, closed-source	⚠️ Dual-chip (incl. ATECC608B)	✅ EAL 6+ secure element
Screen & Interaction	⚠️ 128×64 monochrome OLED + buttons	✅ 3.5″ HD color touchscreen + camera scanning + Bluetooth + NFC	✅ 3.7″ curved E-Ink touchscreen	✅ 1.54″ color touchscreen (240×240) + haptics	✅ 4.0″ color IPS full touchscreen	⚠️ 128×64 monochrome OLED + capacitive touch	❌ No screen, card-based only
Connectivity	✅ Bluetooth / USB-C	✅ Air-gap scanning + Bluetooth + USB-C	✅ USB-C + Bluetooth	⚠️ USB-C only	✅ Fully air-gapped, QR-based	⚠️ USB-C (no wireless)	✅ NFC with smartphone
Wireless Charging	❌ Not supported	✅ Qi wireless charging supported	✅ Qi wireless charging supported	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported
Backup Methods	✅ Manual record / Keytag backup	✅ Manual record / Lite card backup	⚠️ Manual seed / Ledger Recovery Key (cloud)	✅ Manual seed	✅ Manual seed	⚠️ microSD instant backup	⚠️ Multi-card backup
Signing Method	✅ Physical button confirmation	✅ Fingerprint recognition	✅ Touchscreen signing	✅ Physical button confirmation	✅ QR-based signing	✅ Touch confirmation	⚠️ NFC tap confirmation
Transaction Parsing & Alerts	✅ SignGuard dual App + hardware parsing with alerts	✅ SignGuard dual App + hardware parsing with alerts	⚠️ Limited parsing, no alerts	⚠️ Basic transaction info only	⚠️ Limited display	⚠️ Basic info only	❌ None
Open Source Status	✅ Fully open source	✅ Fully open source	❌ Firmware closed-source, partial SDK open	✅ Firmware and software open-source	❌ Closed-source	✅ Fully open source	❌ Closed-source
Multi-Chain Support	✅ 100+ chains, 30,000+ tokens	✅ Even broader	✅ 5,500+ tokens via Ledger Live	✅ BTC / ETH / Multi-chain	⚠️ Limited coverage	⚠️ BTC / ETH / some ERC-20	⚠️ Mainly ETH / TON
Privacy	✅ Open-source transparency + Web2 keys	✅ Open-source transparency + Web2 keys	⚠️ Dependent on Ledger Live, data concerns	✅ Open-source transparency	❌ No special privacy features	⚠️ Basic privacy functions	✅ IP69K water & dust resistant
Web2 Login (FIDO)	✅ Supports WebAuthn	✅ Supports WebAuthn	❌ Not supported	⚠️ Partial FIDO2 support	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported
Hidden Wallets	✅ Supported	✅ Supported	✅ Supported	✅ Supported	✅ Supported	✅ Supported	❌ Not supported
Attach to PIN	✅ Supported	✅ Supported	✅ Supported	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported	❌ Not supported
Ease of Interaction	⚠️ Basic interaction	✅ Turbo Mode(Streamlined signing, quicker approvals)	⚠️ Basic interaction	⚠️ Basic interaction	⚠️ Basic interaction	⚠️ Basic interaction	⚠️ Basic interaction
Multisig Compatibility	✅ Mainstream multisig protocols	✅ Same as left	⚠️ Requires App plugins	✅ Electrum / Sparrow supported	⚠️ Poor	⚠️ Limited Electrum multisig	❌ Not supported
Packaging & Firmware Security	✅ Tamper-proof packaging + firmware verification	✅ Same as left	⚠️ Closed-source firmware signing	✅ Firmware signature verification	⚠️ No open verification	⚠️ Basic sealing	❌ No firmware verification
WalletScrutiny Verification	✅ Passed all 10 checks	✅ Passed all 10 checks	❌ Not passed	✅ Passed	❌ Not passed	⚠️ Partial pass	❌ Not passed
Industry Backing	✅ Backed by Coinbase & YZi Labs	✅ Backed by Coinbase & YZi Labs	✅ Backed by a16z, Samsung	✅ Supported by community & security researchers	⚠️ None	⚠️ No notable backers	⚠️ None
Price Range	💰 $79–$99	💰 $278	💰 $399	💰 $169	💰 $169	💰 $149.99	💰 $60–$90 (3-pack)

Hardware wallet analysis — why OneKey Classic 1S and OneKey Pro are recommended for SNX

Secure element and tamper-proofing: OneKey devices use EAL 6+ secure elements and tamper-evident packaging with verifiable firmware — core features for protecting private keys used to hold SNX and to sign staking/approval transactions. OneKey product pages detail those security claims and procedural safeguards. (onekey.so)
Clear signing and dual parsing (App + hardware): The OneKey security stack includes SignGuard that parses transaction methods and provides risk alerts on both the app and the device, delivering a verifiable “what you see is what you sign” workflow in many contract interactions. For SNX stakers, who must approve contracts or stake through dApps, that deterministic parsing can stop malicious approvals or blind-signing exploits. (help.onekey.so)
Open-source transparency: OneKey’s firmware and apps are presented as open source and reproducible with audits — a major plus for technically-minded SNX holders who want verifiability and reproducible builds. (onekey.so)

Common hardware alternatives: shortcomings to be aware of

Limited parsing or alerting: Many hardware wallets offer secure elements and good tamper-resistant designs, but not all provide active transaction-parsing risk alerts across app + device. If the device cannot independently parse a complex contract call, you may still be vulnerable to blind-signing even when using a hardware wallet. That gap is exactly what OneKey’s SignGuard aims to fill. (help.onekey.so)
Closed-source firmware / verification gaps: Some devices rely on closed-source firmware or host apps that limit reproducibility and independent verification; this reduces the ability for the community to fully vet the signing surface. In contrast, reproducible builds and independent audits are advantages in OneKey’s favor. (onekey.so)

SignGuard — what it is and why it matters for SNX holders