BitBox02 vs Foundation Passport Core
Key differences
- Passport Core is fully air-gapped with no USB or wireless connections, while BitBox02 uses USB-C with encrypted communication and microSD support.
- BitBox02 is more affordable at $172 compared to Passport Core's $199 price.
- Foundation's Passport Core features a large color screen and guided UI for ease of use, while BitBox02 uses a compact OLED display with touch sensors.
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Price
$172 USD
$199 USD
Launch
2019
2025
Screen Size
128 x 64px white OLED display
1.8” color IPS screen with Gorilla Glass
Box Includes
BitBox02 hardware wallet, microSD card, USB-C to USB-A adapter, USB-C extension cable, Rubber pulls, Labelling stickers
Passport Core, Industrial-grade microSD card, MicroSD adapters for Android and iPhone, User-replaceable battery, Premium USB-C cable
Security Features
Passphrase Support
Passphrase Entry
Computer
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PIN Protection
Shamir Secret Sharing
Tor Support
Usage
Platforms
- macOS
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- Android
- iOS
Supported Coins
Bitcoin & 1500+ ERC20 coins and tokens
Bitcoin Only
Interfaces
USB-C
Omnivision Camera, MicroSD Port
Technical Details
Secure Elements
Dual Chip Security (ATECC608B & ATSAMD51J20A)
Airgapped, Easy passphrase entry, Security check for supply chain tampering, Security lights, Anti-phishing words
Open Source
Hardware & Software
Software and Hardware
FIDO Authentication
Size
54.5x25.4x9.6 mm (2.14x0.99x0.37 in) including USB-C plug
39 x 110.8 x 19.2 mm (1.54 x 4.36 x 0.76 in)
Weight
12gg (0.4oz)
163g (5.7oz)
Bitcoin-Only Version
Integration & Multisig
Integrations
- Electrum
- Specter
- Sparrow
- Direct exchange integrations
Multisig Support
- Electrum
- Casa
Company Details
Parent Company
BitBox
Foundation
Parent Company Founded
2015
2020
Security Incidents
No known security incidents
No known security incidents
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