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89% of the community prefer Zengo

Zengo vs MetaMask

General

Description

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Zengo

Zengo is a modern crypto wallet that stands out for its extremely simple operation and backup processes. It uses biometric facial recognition and a keyless wallet system, eliminating the need for recovery phrases and private keys, which offers significant usability advantages.

Zengo review
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MetaMask

MetaMask is one of the most popular software wallets for tokens on the Ethereum blockchain and serves as both an interface and browser for Web3 applications. Its browser extension is arguably the most popular way to connect and interact with decentralized apps (Web3 gaming, DeFi, NFTs, etc.).

MetaMask review
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Pros and cons

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Zengo

What we like:

  • Easy to use
  • Great for beginners
  • Buy & sell crypto
  • Free
  • Open source
  • No hardware

What we don't like:

  • No physical protection
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MetaMask

What we like:

  • Buy & sell crypto
  • Free
  • Open source
  • No hardware

What we don't like:

  • No physical protection
  • Poor customer support
  • No desktop app
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Preview

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Details

Details
ZengoMetaMask
Wallet type
Software
Software
Price
Free
Free
Supported assets
380+
450,000+
Private key owner
Zengo Keyless Wallet™
You (Non-Custodial)

Our review

Our review
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Our rating
Zengo
MetaMask

Individual ratings

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What we think

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Zengo
Zengo takes a novel and exciting approach with its “Keyless Wallet.” The wallet focuses entirely on beginner-friendliness and usability. Common pain points like recovery phrases (seed phrases), backups, and verification processes are avoided through a hybrid solution: instead of a private key, two so-called “secret shares” are created. One remains on Zengo’s servers, and the other is stored on the user’s mobile device. Zengo cannot access these stored values but can still restore a backup if lost. Verification is done via biometric facial recognition. This solution represents a major leap forward in usability, making Zengo especially recommended for beginners. However, crypto purists who want full control over their private keys should opt for a different wallet. Otherwise, we recommend Zengo and align with the positive user reviews.
Zengo review
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MetaMask
MetaMask is a simple wallet that supports all blockchains compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). Within the Ethereum ecosystem, the wallet works seamlessly and provides easy access to Web3 applications. MetaMask is often required as a login substitute for verifying and creating accounts on these platforms. Rather than serving as a traditional wallet for managing your crypto portfolio, MetaMask functions more as an interface for decentralized finance (DeFi) and decentralized apps. There are far better apps available for portfolio management that offer more convenience and easier setup. However, MetaMask was long the go-to solution for accessing Web3 and NFTs. This is now gradually changing, with more wallets offering similar functionality through browser extensions.
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User reviews

User reviews
ZengoMetaMask
Overall rating
4.4/5
3.5/5
App Store
4.7/5

around 300 ratings

4.6/5

around 7,400 ratings

Google Play Store
4.3/5

around 10,200 ratings

4.4/5

around 482,200 ratings

Trustpilot
4.2/5

around 1,100 ratings

1.5/5

around 700 ratings

What users say

AI summary
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Zengo
  • Easy Setup Without Seed Phrase
  • Fast and Helpful Support
  • Secure Recovery via Cloud Backup
  • Simple Crypto Buying and Swapping
  • Account Recovery Issues After Device Change
  • High Security Requirements Like Face Scan
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MetaMask
  • Slow Performance and Intrusive Ads
  • Problems With Withdrawing Funds
  • MetaMask Card Transaction Display Glitchy
  • Broad dApp Compatibility
  • Easy Setup and Multi-Chain Support
  • MetaMask Card for Everyday Spending
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Features

Features
ZengoMetaMask
Platforms
  • IOS AppYes
  • Android AppYes
  • Desktop AppYes
  • IOS AppYes
  • Android AppYes
  • Desktop AppNo
Buy & sell
Yes
Yes
Staking
Yes
Yes
Two-factor authentication
Yes
No
Multi-signature
No
No
Open source
Yes
Yes
Backup
Keyless Wallet™, biometric facial recognition
Recovery seed (12 words)
Special features
  • Lending (earn interest)
  • Web3 connectivity via WalletConnect
  • Keyless wallet system
  • Access to Web3 apps
  • Browser extension
  • Compatibility with hardware wallets

Company

Company
ZengoMetaMask
Company
Zengo Ltd.
Metamask (ConsenSys Inc.)
Headquarters
Israel
USA
Company size
Small
Medium
Founder
Gary Benattar, Omer Shlomovits, Ouriel Ohayon, Tal Be’ery
Aaron Davis, Dan Finlay
Founding year
2018
2016
Social media
41,459 followers
1.43M followers