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Bitcoin Core vs Liana: catalog facts
Bitcoin Core	Liana
Best for: Run a Bitcoin node that independently validates the blockchain	Best for: Bitcoin holders who want self-custody with a recovery plan
Free The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and external services are separate.	Free The Liana Wallet community edition is free and open source; Liana Business is a separate paid service.
Windows, macOS, Linux	Windows, macOS, Linux
Includes wallet functionality and a graphical interface.	Self-custody with no third party holding keys Built-in recovery paths against losing access All 4 strengths for Liana Self-custody with no third party holding keys Built-in recovery paths against losing access Uses your own Bitcoin node Free and open source
Initial synchronization requires substantial storage, bandwidth and time.	DIY setup that expects familiarity with running a node Community support only in the free edition All 3 limitations for Liana DIY setup that expects familiarity with running a node Community support only in the free edition Bitcoin only
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Bitcoin Core github.com/bitcoin/bitcoin Catalog checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Liana lianawallet.com Catalog checked September 24, 2026

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