Trezor Safe 5 Review
Verdict
Trezor’s flagship experience — open-source firmware, EAL6+ secure element and a colour haptic touchscreen.
Score breakdown
Six pillars, weighted identically for every wallet (security-weighted).
Pros
- Fully open-source firmware
- EAL6+ secure element
- Colour touchscreen with haptics
- Shamir multi-share backup
Cons
- No Bluetooth
- iOS support is limited
- Dearer than the Safe 3
Security & track record
No known exploit. Secure element closes the physical-extraction gap seen in the pre-SE Trezor Model T.
Specifications
| Type | Hardware · Hardware wallet |
|---|---|
| Price | ~A$257 (USD-converted (~US$169)) |
| Maker | SatoshiLabs · Czech Republic |
| Released | 2024 |
| Secure element | EAL6+ |
| Open source | Open-source |
| Backup / recovery | Seed phrase + Shamir Backup |
| Air-gapped | No |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Screen | 1.54" colour touchscreen (haptic) |
| Platforms | Desktop, Android, iOS (limited) |
| Assets | Thousands (BTC, ETH, SOL, ADA, all ERC-20) |
Trezor Safe 5 — frequently asked questions
Is Trezor Safe 5 safe?
Trezor Safe 5 is a hardware wallet. It keeps your private keys offline on a EAL6+ secure element, so they can't be reached remotely. Its firmware and app are fully open-source and auditable. No known exploit. The biggest risk with any self-custody wallet is your recovery phrase — never share it or type it into a website.
How much does Trezor Safe 5 cost?
Trezor Safe 5 costs ~A$257 (USD-converted (~US$169)). Only ever buy a hardware wallet directly from the manufacturer or an authorised reseller — never a marketplace listing or a "pre-configured" device.
What coins does Trezor Safe 5 support?
Trezor Safe 5 supports Thousands (BTC, ETH, SOL, ADA, all ERC-20). Check it covers the specific coins and networks you hold before you commit.
Is Trezor Safe 5 good for beginners?
Trezor Safe 5 is reasonably beginner-friendly. It's a hardware wallet, best for mainstream users, touchscreen UX, Shamir backup.
What happens if I lose my Trezor Safe 5 device?
Losing the device doesn't mean losing your crypto — you restore your funds onto a new device using your backup (Seed phrase + Shamir Backup). But if you lose the recovery phrase itself, the funds are gone permanently — no one, including the maker, can recover them. Back it up offline in more than one secure place.
General information only — not financial advice. Prices are approximate (many makers publish USD only) and change frequently; verify current pricing with the maker. Self-custody wallets put you in full control of your keys and your risk.