The short version
- Score: 3.5/5, ranked 5 of 17 wallets we rate
- Strongest: Features (4.4/5)
- Weakest: Backup and recovery (1.7/5)
- Source code: partly open
This review is generated from public evidence. Every point below links to the fee page, license, audit or report it came from, and the same rules score every wallet we cover. Evidence was last checked on Sep 30, 2026.
Blocklr score: 3.5/5
| Category | Score | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Security | 3.5/5 | 40% |
| Features | 4.4/5 | 20% |
| Backup and recovery | 1.7/5 | 15% |
| Usability | 4.1/5 | 15% |
| Cost | 3.3/5 | 10% |
How MetaMask earned its score
Security: 3.5/5
| What we checked | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Open source | 1.5 / 3 | Partly open source; some components are closed. source |
| Key protection | 2 / 3 | Can sign with a hardware wallet. source |
| Published independent audits | 2 / 2 | 4 published independent audits. source |
| Incident record since 2019 | 3 / 4 | 1 incident since 2019. |
Features: 4.4/5
| What we checked | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Networks | 3 / 3 | Supports Bitcoin, Ethereum and EVM chains, Solana. source |
| Capabilities | 4 / 5 | Offers staking, swaps, NFTs, app connections. source |
Backup and recovery: 1.7/5
| What we checked | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Recovery options | 1 / 3 | BIP39 recovery. source |
Usability: 4.1/5
| What we checked | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | 2.25 / 3 | Works with iOS, Android, browser extension. source |
| Support | 1 / 1 | Live chat support. source |
Cost: 3.3/5
| What we checked | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Price or swap fee | 2 / 3 | Free to use; 0.88% fee on in-app swaps. source |
Track record since 2019
Incidents
- 2023 · Data breach: Consensys disclosed on 14 April 2023 that a third-party customer support ticketing provider was breached; support-ticket data (email addresses and whatever users typed into tickets) of about 7,000 MetaMask users was exposed between 1 August 2021 and 10 February 2023. Extension and mobile app were not affected. source
Who MetaMask fits
A good fit if
- You want a free wallet for everyday use.
- You hold coins on Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana and want one wallet for all three.
- You plan to pair it with a hardware wallet later.
Think twice if
- You care most about backup and recovery: it is MetaMask's lowest category at 1.7/5.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is MetaMask open source?
Partly. Some components of MetaMask are closed. All extension source is public on GitHub, but under a ConsenSys custom license that is not OSI-approved: use is limited to non-commercial purposes or products under 10,000 monthly active users. Nothing confirmed closed; recorded as partial because the license is not an open license.
How much does MetaMask cost?
MetaMask is free to download. Free to use; 0.88% fee on in-app swaps.
Has MetaMask had a security incident?
Yes. We found 1 incident since 2019; the details and sources are in the track record above.
How is MetaMask's score calculated?
MetaMask scores 3.5/5. The score is calculated by fixed rules from public evidence, and the same rules apply to every wallet. No company can pay to change it.
About this review
Blocklr has no affiliate, advertising or sponsorship deal with MetaMask or any other platform, so nothing here was paid for. Scores come from the rules in our review methodology. A fact we could not confirm scores as the lowest tier, which can make a score lower than it deserves. If something is wrong or out of date, tell us and we will check the source and correct it.