Non-custodial software wallet review
MetaMask
Reviewed for custody, security, supported assets, cost, audit history, backup model, and open-source status.
4.1 B IC wallet score
CustodyNon-custodial
TypeNon-custodial software
Supported assetsNot verified
PriceFree
Open sourceYes
Last verified2026-04-15
Security And Backup
12-word Secret Recovery Phrase (BIP39)
Pros
- Most-installed Ethereum wallet (>30M monthly active users per Consensys)
- Built-in swaps and Layer-2 support
- Supports any EVM chain (Ethereum, Polygon, BNB, Base, etc.)
Cons
- Hot wallet — vulnerable to malware on host device
- EVM-only; no native Bitcoin or Solana support
- Browser-extension attack surface (malicious sites, fake popups)
Score Breakdown
Security 3.4 Key isolation, audits, recovery
UX 4.5 Setup, daily use, recovery flow
Asset coverage 4.2 Chains and tokens supported
Cost 5.0 Device price + on-chain fees added
Open source 4.0 Source available + audited
Audits
- Multiple Consensys Diligence audits (public)
- ZenGo / least-authority research disclosures