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Muun vs Alby: catalog facts
Muun	Alby
Best for: Self-custodial Bitcoin and Lightning wallet with built-in submarine swaps	Best for: Bitcoin users who want a Lightning wallet they can host themselves
Free Free and open source.	Free + paid options Self-hosting Alby Hub is free; Alby Cloud is a paid subscription.
Android, iOS	Web, Self-hosted
Submarine swaps simplify Lightning use without manual channel management Self-custodial, keys stay with the user	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
Mobile only, no desktop client Submarine swap fees can apply for certain transaction types	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
Downloadable app	Self-hosted, Hosted service
Open source	Open source
License: MIT	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline	Needs internet
Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Muun muun.com play.google.com/store/apps/details apps.apple.com/us/app/muun-wallet/id1482037683 Catalog checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Sources for Alby getalby.com Catalog checked October 2, 2026

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