The short version
- MetaMask: 3.5/5
- Phantom: 3.3/5
- MetaMask scores higher overall, 3.5/5 against 3.3/5 for Phantom.
Both scores come from the same fixed rules and public evidence. Nothing here is a paid placement: Blocklr has no affiliate or advertising deal with either company. Evidence was last checked on Sep 30, 2026.
Scores by category
| Category | MetaMask | Phantom | Leads |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 | MetaMask |
| Features | 4.4/5 | 4.4/5 | Tie |
| Backup and recovery | 1.7/5 | 1.7/5 | Tie |
| Usability | 4.1/5 | 3.4/5 | MetaMask |
| Cost | 3.3/5 | 3.3/5 | Tie |
| Overall | 3.5/5 | 3.3/5 | MetaMask |
Key facts side by side
| Fact | MetaMask | Phantom |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Software | Software |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Source code | Partly open | Closed |
| Networks | Bitcoin, EVM, Solana | Bitcoin, EVM, Solana |
| Published audits | 4 | 2 |
| Incidents since 2019 | 1 | 0 |
Which one fits you
Choose MetaMask if
- You care most about security: MetaMask scores 3.5/5 against 3.3/5.
- You care most about usability: MetaMask scores 4.1/5 against 3.4/5.
Choose Phantom if
- It does not lead MetaMask in any category we score, so pick it only if a feature you need is missing from MetaMask.
See the evidence
Each review lists the points earned on every rule and links the source behind it: