BluetoothBitBoxApp · Bitcoin / EthereumMust stay plugged in
Android
CoolWallet Pro:
✓
BluetoothCoolWallet app · Bitcoin / Ethereum
BitBox02 Nova:
✓
USBBitBoxApp · Bitcoin / EthereumPhone needs USB OTG
Where they differ
Controls / Display
CoolWallet Pro:Physical buttonsDisplay: Display without touch input
BitBox02 Nova:Touch sensorsDisplay: Display without touch input
Wallet recovery
CoolWallet Pro:Recovery phrase
BitBox02 Nova:microSD backup and recovery phrase
What they have in common
Cryptocurrencies
Multiple cryptocurrencies
Both
Not fully confirmed
Operating power
CoolWallet Pro:Not recorded
BitBox02 Nova:USB power
Battery
CoolWallet Pro:Rechargeable
BitBox02 Nova:Not recorded
Before you choose
Consider
CoolWallet ProKeep the contact charger and write down the complete recovery backup during setup. You will need it to restore the wallet later. Check support for your coins and networks before buying.
BitBox02 NovaOn iPhone and iPad, Bluetooth carries the data but the wallet still needs a physical power connection. You control it by touching its edges, not the screen. BitBoxApp on iPhone and iPad guides firmware updates when a compatible version is offered.
With an iPhone, plug BitBox02 Nova into the phone or another suitable power source. It uses Bluetooth to exchange data. Ethereum needs the Multi edition; the Bitcoin-only edition cannot be changed to Multi.
Android
BitBoxAppUSBBitcoin / EthereumPhone needs USB OTGConnection requirements
Your Android phone needs USB OTG support to connect to Nova over USB. Ethereum requires the Multi edition; a Bitcoin-only device cannot be changed to Multi.
