BitBox02 (Shift Crypto)
Swiss hardware wallet. Two editions:
- Multi: BTC + altcoins.
- Bitcoin-Only: BTC, ETH disabled (smaller attack surface).
Hardware
- USB-C connector.
- Touch sliders for input.
- Display (small but readable).
- Secure Element (Atmel ATECC508A) + microcontroller.
- microSD slot (for backup).
Backup
- 24-word BIP39 seed.
- Backup also written to microSD (encrypted with device password).
- Restore: insert microSD + enter password.
App
BitBoxApp — desktop / mobile. Direct wallet interface plus device-management.
API
JavaScript: @bitbox-mobile/api.
Python: bitbox-bridge.
Third-party: Sparrow, Specter, HWI, Electrum.
Compared
| Aspect | BitBox02 | Trezor | Coldcard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Switzerland | Czech | USA (Coinkite) |
| Touch input | Slider | Touchscreen (Model T+) | Buttons / touchscreen (Q) |
| BTC-only option | Yes (Bitcoin-Only Edition) | No | Yes |
| Secure Element | Yes | Optional (Safe series) | Yes |
| Open-source firmware | Yes | Yes | Partial |
Common issues
- microSD insertion: backup-encrypted SD card must be inserted for restore; devices ship with one.
- Slider input has learning curve vs touchscreen.
- App vs HWI: some flows easier in BitBoxApp; HWI works for generic integration.