The 13 Best Solana Wallets (2025)

Written by Alchemy

Published on November 5, 20259 min read

A cryptocurrency wallet is a piece of software or hardware that lets wallet owners send and receive tokens, and interact with Web3 dApps. A user's Web3 wallet is made up of one or more keypairs, which are made up of a private key and a public key that is derived cryptographically.

This article details the characteristics of great Solana wallets, highlights the best wallets that support Solana's SPL token standard, and introduces our Smart Wallets solution for developers.

What Makes a Great Solana Wallet?

The best Solana wallets have at least seven key characteristics: excellent user interface design, dApp connectivity, native swaps, native staking, mobile friendliness, regular updates, and robust security features.

1. User Interface Design

A good user interface (UI) allows users to seamlessly buy, sell, and spend tokens, view and trade NFTs, and manage their digital assets easily. The best Solana wallets make key pair protection, transaction signing, and dApp interactions intuitive for both beginners and advanced users.

2. dApp Connectivity

Solana has a rich ecosystem of decentralized applications (dApps). To trade SPL (Solana Program Library) tokens on decentralized exchanges or buy NFTs from Solana's top marketplaces, you need a wallet that those applications support. The best Solana wallets are integrated into the largest selection of Solana dApps.

3. Native Swaps

Many wallets give users the ability to natively swap SPL tokens directly from inside the wallet instead of requiring connection to a decentralized exchange's UI. Built-in swaps simplify the user experience and enable users to do more in one place with competitive fees.

4. Native Staking

Several wallets have staking accounts automatically enabled. By staking SOL tokens, owners can help protect the network and earn rewards (typically 5-7% APY). Enabling users to stake directly within the app removes the need to use liquid staking protocols or individual validators separately.

5. Mobile Friendliness

Many leading Solana wallets now have mobile versions that complement their browser extensions. Mobile Solana wallets allow for easier on-the-go transactions and interactions such as sending payments using QR codes and Solana Pay.

6. Regular Updates

Many Solana wallets have active development and support teams that ensure a good user experience, security, new features, and interoperability. The best wallets quickly fix bugs, constantly ship improved features, and listen to customer feedback.

7. Security Features

In 2025, top wallets include advanced security features such as scam detection alerts, hardware wallet integration, NFT locking capabilities, biometric authentication, multi-factor authentication, and secure backup solutions for protecting user assets.

Best Solana Wallets

Based on the criteria that makes a great Solana wallet, here are the best options for 2025.

Phantom

The most popular wallet for the Solana ecosystem, Phantom came out in 2021 and now serves over 15 million users. Phantom users can send, receive, store, stake, and trade digital assets on the Solana network.

Phantom has a browser extension and mobile app available for free. It works with all major web browsers like Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Brave, and mobile operating systems like iOS and Android.

Key Features:

Multi-chain support (Solana, Ethereum, Polygon, Bitcoin, Base, Sui, Monad)
Built-in SOL staking with validator selection
NFT and SPL token support with dedicated NFT gallery
Cross-chain swapper with 0.85% transaction fees
Hardware wallet integration (Ledger)
Biometric unlock for mobile
Simple, beginner-friendly interface

Phantom's simple layout and regular security audits make it Solana's premier wallet for both beginners and experienced users.

Solflare

Solflare was one of the first wallets made for the Solana ecosystem by Solana Labs. It works on more platforms than most competitors and remains highly popular, with browser extension, web app, and mobile app options.

Key Features:

Native SOL and SPL token support
Advanced staking interface with liquid staking options
Hardware wallet integration (Ledger)
24-word mnemonic phrase for enhanced security
Supports all types of Solana collectibles and NFTs
Integrates with popular DEXes like Raydium
Live chat support (Monday-Friday)

While Phantom uses a 12-word mnemonic phrase, Solflare uses a 24-word mnemonic phrase to improve security. Solflare's staking system also automatically prevents users from staking all of their tokens.

Backpack

Backpack is a next-generation wallet created by the team behind Mad Lads NFT collection and the Anchor framework. It's particularly popular among NFT collectors and DeFi power users.

Key Features:

Support for xNFTs (executable NFTs that run as apps inside the wallet)
Advanced NFT security with collection locking
Multi-chain support (Solana, Ethereum, Sui, Eclipse, Monad)
Integrated cryptocurrency exchange (regulated under Dubai's VARA)
Scam detection alerts for malicious transactions
Hardware wallet support (Ledger, Trezor, Keystone)
24/7 customer support
Native staking and swap features

Available as a browser extension and mobile app (iOS and Android), Backpack combines self-custody security with comprehensive features for serious Solana users.

Trust Wallet

Trust Wallet offers comprehensive multi-chain functionality with full mobile support for Solana.

Key Features:

Multi-chain support (60+ blockchains)
Built-in DApp browser
Staking and swap functionality
NFT support with biometric authentication
Non-custodial with private key control

Coinbase Wallet

Coinbase Wallet is a self-custody wallet designed by Coinbase that supports Solana, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Polygon, and other major blockchains.

Key Features:

Easy-to-use interface for new investors
Multi-chain support including Solana
Seamless Coinbase exchange integration
Browser extension and mobile app
NFT support across multiple chains
Hardware wallet compatibility (Ledger)

Best Hardware Wallets that Support Solana

Hardware wallets are the safest option for storing cryptocurrency tokens. Several now offer robust support for Solana's SPL token standard.

Ledger

Ledger devices offer premium, battle-tested security with their Secure Element chip—the same high-end security chip used in bank cards and passports. Models include Nano S Plus, Nano X, Stax, and Flex.

Setting up Ledger with Solana:

Install the Solana app from Ledger Live catalog
Enable Blind signing in the Solana app settings
Connect to Solflare or Phantom
Access staking and dApps through paired software wallets

Ledger hardware wallets provide cold storage security while allowing interaction with Solana dApps through paired software wallets.

Tangem

Tangem Wallet offers a unique "tap and go" NFC-enabled smart card approach to cold storage. With EAL6+ security certification, IP68 durability rating, and a 25-year warranty, Tangem provides hardware wallet security without complex setup or seed phrases.

Key Features:

NFC-enabled smart card and ring format
Passport-grade security chip
No seed phrases required
Mobile-first design with native Solana support
Extremely portable and user-friendly

SafePal

SafePal offers affordable hardware security backed by Binance investment. As the first hardware wallet Binance invested in, SafePal currently has over 3,000,000 users from over 196 countries.

Key Features:

Air-gapped security (QR code communication only)
Multi-chain support including Solana
Built-in camera for transaction signing
Companion mobile app
Competitive pricing

Best Multichain Wallets that Support Solana

Multichain wallets support multiple blockchains including Solana, Ethereum, and EVM-compatible networks.

Exodus

Exodus is a wallet that supports more than 260 cryptocurrencies and 50+ blockchain networks. It works on Windows, Linux, Mac, Android, and iOS devices.

Key Features:

Built-in Everstake validator for simplified staking
Multi-platform support (desktop, mobile, web)
Hardware wallet integration (Trezor)
User-friendly interface ideal for beginners
Low Solana transaction fees (0.00005 SOL)
In-app swaps and fiat on-ramps

Exodus provides approximately 6% annual return on SOL staking.

Atomic Wallet

The Atomic wallet lets users stake numerous cryptocurrencies, including SOL tokens. Users can choose validators or stake with the Atomic validator node for competitive rewards (often around 7% APY).

Key Features:

Support for 300+ coins and tokens
Attractive staking rewards
Available on all devices (PC, Mac, Android, iOS)
Non-custodial with complete private key control
Fiat on-ramp capabilities

Atomic Wallet serves over 10 million users worldwide and provides fiat-to-crypto purchases via credit card or wire transfer.

MathWallet

MathWallet is a comprehensive wallet solution offering extensive functionality for power users and developers.

Key Features:

Math dApp marketplace for interacting with services across major chains
Math Vault mining pool with staking APRs up to 30% for some tokens
MATHGas for tracking gas costs across major chains
Support for 86+ blockchains
Multiple platform support (mobile, desktop, browser, hardware integration)

Important Note: MathWallet is custodial, meaning users don't control private keys directly.

Token Pocket

TokenPocket is a secure digital wallet for exchanging cryptocurrencies across multiple blockchains, connecting to over 2,200 dApps.

Key Features:

Single interface for sending, receiving, and exchanging tokens
Transaction tracking and portfolio management
News and market sections for blockchain updates
Enhanced security with FaceID, 6-digit PIN, and fingerprint authentication

Coin98

The Coin98 wallet was one of the first mobile apps to support Solana dApps. Available on iOS, Android, and Chrome.

Key Features:

Built-in dApps browser with network switching
Multi-platform support
Portfolio management across various platforms
Non-custodial and centralized exchange integration
Multiple security protections including scam detection

The Evolution of Solana Wallets

As the entry point for users to onboard and interact with the Solana blockchain, wallets have undergone significant evolution since the network's launch.

Early Days: Solana-Native Wallets (2020-2021)

When Solana's mainnet beta launched in March 2020, the wallet ecosystem was just getting started. Early wallets like Solflare focused on basic functionality—sending SOL, viewing balances, and connecting to the handful of dApps being built. The user experience was technical, requiring users to understand concepts like transaction confirmation times and network congestion.

These first-generation Solana wallets established the foundation:

SPL token standard support
Basic staking capabilities
Command-line tools for developers
Web-based interfaces for more accessible interaction

Mainstream Adoption: Feature-Rich Wallets (2021-2023)

As Solana's ecosystem exploded with DeFi protocols, NFT projects, and gaming applications, wallets evolved rapidly to meet user demands. Phantom's launch in 2021 marked a turning point—bringing a MetaMask-like experience to Solana with an intuitive interface that made the blockchain accessible to mainstream users.

This era brought:

Beautiful NFT galleries as digital collectibles boomed
Native swap integrations with DEXes
Mobile-first experiences with Solana Pay support
Hardware wallet compatibility for security-conscious users
Cross-chain bridges as users wanted to move assets between ecosystems

The challenge? Users still needed to manage seed phrases, maintain SOL for transaction fees, and understand blockchain-specific concepts that created friction for newcomers.

Today: Smart Wallets & Embedded Solutions (2023-Present)

Now we're seeing the next evolution with smart wallet technology coming to Solana. These solutions leverage account abstraction and programmable accounts to hide blockchain complexity from users, creating Web2-like experiences while maintaining Web3's benefits.

Smart wallets on Solana enable:

Social login: Create wallets with email, Google, or other familiar authentication methods instead of seed phrases
Gas sponsorship: Developers can pay transaction fees, eliminating the need for users to acquire SOL before interacting
Batched transactions: Execute multiple operations in a single transaction for efficiency
Programmable security: Set spending limits, require multi-signature approvals, and implement custom security rules
Session keys: Allow temporary permissions for gaming and frequent interactions without constant signing

This represents a fundamental shift in how users interact with Solana—from technical barriers to seamless experiences that feel as easy as using traditional web applications.

Alchemy Smart Wallets for Solana (Developer Solution)

Alchemy now offers Smart Wallets on Solana, enabling developers to create seamless, user-friendly wallet experiences for their applications.

Key Features

Transaction Management:

Send transactions directly from embedded wallets
Batch multiple Solana instructions in a single transaction

Gas and Rent Sponsorship:

Sponsor transaction fees for users (eliminates need for users to hold SOL)
Sponsor rent for account creation and token accounts
Configure sponsorship policies globally or per-transaction
No need to manage SOL reserves—costs added to monthly bill

Developer Integration:

Works with existing Solana libraries like @solana/web3.js
React hooks for easy integration (useSolanaSigner, useSolanaTransaction)
Lower-level APIs available for non-React applications
Compatible with both EVM and Solana networks

How Gas & Rent Sponsorship Works

Gas Manager determines transaction eligibility based on configured policies. If eligible, Alchemy pays fees and rent upfront when users send transactions, then adds sponsored costs to your monthly bill.

Supported Sponsorship:

Transaction fees: Cost of executing transactions
Rent: Minimum payment to store data onchain (supports createAccount and createAssociatedTokenAccount)

Implementation Example

jsxCopied
// Install packages
npm install @account-kit/infra @account-kit/react @solana/web3.js

// Configure in config.ts
import { cookieStorage, createConfig } from "@account-kit/react";
import { Connection } from "@solana/web3.js";
import { sepolia } from "@account-kit/infra";

createConfig({
  ...otherConfig,
  chain: sepolia, // Required: choose any EVM chain your app has enabled
  solana: {
    connection: new Connection(
      "<https://solana-devnet.g.alchemy.com/v2/><API_KEY>",
      {
        wsEndpoint: "wss://api.devnet.solana.com",
        commitment: "confirmed",
      }
    ),
    policyId: "<PolicyId>" // Optional: gas/rent sponsorship policy ID
  }
});

// Use React hooks
import { useSolanaSigner, useSolanaTransaction } from "@account-kit/react";

function MyComponent() {
  const signer = useSolanaSigner({});
  
  if (!signer) {
    return <div>Loading signer...</div>;
  }
  
  return <div>Solana Address: {signer.address}</div>;
}

// Or use useSolanaTransaction for sending transactions
function TransferComponent() {
  const { sendTransaction, signer } = useSolanaTransaction({
    policyId: "<YourPolicyId>", // Optional: per-transaction sponsorship
  });

  if (!signer) {
    return <div>Loading signer...</div>;
  }

  return (
    <button
      onClick={() =>
        sendTransaction({
          transfer: {
            toAddress: "<ToAddress>",
            amount: 1000000,
          },
        })
      }
    >
      Send Sponsored Transaction
    </button>
  );
}

This solution is ideal for developers building consumer-facing applications who want to provide a Web2-like user experience while leveraging Solana's speed and low costs.

A Note on Wallet Security History

Slope Wallet - 2022 Incident

In August 2022, a security incident affected Slope wallet users, with approximately 9,000 wallets compromised. The issue was traced to a configuration error in the mobile app's monitoring service that inadvertently exposed sensitive information. Users who had imported their seed phrases into other wallets were also affected.

Following the incident, Slope worked with security auditors OtterSec and SlowMist to address the vulnerability. The team stated they found no additional vulnerabilities and released patched versions.

Best Practices for All Wallets:

This incident highlights important security practices that apply to any cryptocurrency wallet:

Generate new seed phrases rather than importing existing ones when possible
Use different seed phrases for different wallets
Be cautious about which applications you import seed phrases into
Keep your wallet software updated
Consider hardware wallets for significant holdings

The Solana ecosystem has continued to evolve with enhanced security standards across wallet providers.

Choosing the Right Solana Wallet

In the end, choosing the best Solana wallet depends on your specific needs:

For Beginners: Phantom offers the most intuitive interfaces with comprehensive features
For NFT Collectors: Backpack provides advanced NFT features including xNFT support and collection locking
For DeFi Power Users: Solflare or Backpack offer advanced staking interfaces and deep DeFi integration
For Maximum Security: Ledger or Tangem hardware wallets with Phantom or Solflare software integration
For Multi-Chain Users: Exodus, Atomic Wallet, or Coinbase Wallet provide seamless management across blockchains
For Mobile-First Users: Phantom mobile or Trust Wallet offer excellent mobile experiences
For Developers: Alchemy Smart Wallets enable embedded wallet creation with social login and gas sponsorship

Security Best Practices

Regardless of which wallet you choose:

Never share your seed phrase with anyone
Store seed phrase backups offline in secure locations
Use hardware wallets for large holdings or long-term storage
Enable biometric authentication and 2FA where available
Be cautious of phishing attempts and verify URLs
Never reuse seed phrases across different wallets
Regularly update wallet software
Use scam detection features when available

The Solana ecosystem continues to evolve rapidly in 2025, with wallets offering increasingly sophisticated features while maintaining ease of use. Whether you prioritize security, convenience, or advanced features, there's a Solana wallet that meets your needs.

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