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Electrum vs Bitcoin Core: catalog facts
ElectrumBitcoin Core
Free

Free and open-source software.

Free

The open-source software is available without a license fee. Hosting, hardware and…

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Reproducible builds signed by several independent builders
  • Available on desktop and Android, including F-Droid
  • Includes wallet functionality and a graphical interface.
  • Bitcoin only, no other coins
  • No iOS version
  • Initial synchronization requires substantial storage, bandwidth and time.
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Open source Open source
License not stated License: MIT
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 23, 2026

Checked September 22, 2026

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