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Alby vs BlueWallet: catalog facts
Alby	BlueWallet
Best for: Bitcoin users who want a Lightning wallet they can host themselves	Best for: Open-source self-custody Bitcoin and Lightning wallet for iOS and Android
Free + paid options Self-hosting Alby Hub is free; Alby Cloud is a paid subscription.	Free Free and open source.
Web, Self-hosted	Android, iOS
Alby Hub can be self-hosted Managed hosting available for those who do not want to run a node All 3 strengths for Alby Alby Hub can be self-hosted Managed hosting available for those who do not want to run a node Open-source wallets and tools	Keys never leave the device, keeping custody with the user Supports multisig vaults and hardware wallet connections for advanced setups
Only handles Bitcoin and Lightning Running your own node takes some technical effort All 3 limitations for Alby Only handles Bitcoin and Lightning Running your own node takes some technical effort Hosted option costs a subscription	Lightning features work best when paired with your own node Mobile only, no desktop client
Self-hosted, Hosted service	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License not stated	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Alby getalby.com Catalog checked October 2, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for BlueWallet bluewallet.io play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/bluewallet-bitcoin-wallet/id1376878040 Catalog checked September 22, 2026

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