Citowise vs Gem Wallet

How Citowise vs Gem Wallet compare on our ratings, wallet specs, funding, pros and cons.

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Feature
Ratings
Our score3.0/54.6/5
User ratingNo reviews yetNo reviews yet
Security2.54.5
Ease of use3.04.5
Chain support3.55.0
Features3.04.0
Privacy3.55.0
Specs
KYC required No No
Wallet typeMobileMobile
CustodySelf-custodialSelf-custodial
ChainsEthereum, Bitcoin, OtherEthereum, Bitcoin, Solana, BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Base, Polygon, Avalanche, Sui, Aptos, TON, Tron, Hyperliquid, Cosmos, Other
PlatformsiOS, AndroidiOS, Android
Open sourceNot disclosed Yes
Hardware wallet support YesNot disclosed
In-app swaps Yes Yes
StakingNot disclosed Yes
NFT supportNot disclosed Yes
Buy crypto in app Yes Yes
Security featuresPIN protection, Encrypted local storage, Hardware wallet integrationBiometric authentication, 12-word seed phrase backup, Apple Keychain integration, Google Tink encryption
Recovery without a seed phrase No No
Passkey login NoNot disclosed
Built-in dApp browserNot disclosed Yes
Swap feeNot disclosed0.5%
Perpetuals trading NoNot disclosed
Company
Founded20162023
HeadquartersEstoniaUnited Arab Emirates
InvestorsNot disclosedNot disclosed
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
  • Non-custodial key storage on user devices without mandatory registration
  • Direct integration with Trezor and Ledger Nano S hardware wallets
  • Support for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Bitcoin Cash, and ERC-20 tokens
  • Fully open-source mobile application audited by CertiK in April 2026
  • Requires no account creation, email address, or identity verification
  • Supports over 100 distinct blockchains within a single interface
  • Integrated DEX aggregator compares routes across 23 swap providers
Cons
  • Project has shut down and mobile apps are no longer maintained
  • Past removal from the Google Play Store required manual APK installation
  • No modern security features like MPC recovery or passkey authentication
  • No desktop client or web browser extension available
  • Swaps carry a 0.5% fee in addition to standard network costs
  • No social recovery alternative for the seed phrase
Best forHistorical wallet research, Cold storage mobile pairing, Early ERC-20 token trackingMobile multichain crypto management, Privacy-focused self-custody, Direct cross-chain swaps without exchanges

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