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Wasabi Wallet vs Liana: catalog facts
Wasabi WalletLiana

Best for: Privacy-focused Bitcoin desktop wallet with built-in CoinJoin mixing

Best for: Bitcoin holders who want self-custody with a recovery plan

Free

Free and open source.

Free

The Liana Wallet community edition is free and open source; Liana Business is a separate paid service.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows, macOS, Linux
  • Built-in CoinJoin adds privacy without needing a separate mixing service
  • Routes traffic over Tor by default
  • 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
  • CoinJoin transactions carry fees and take time to coordinate
  • Desktop only, no mobile app
  • 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 not stated 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
Sources for Wasabi Wallet

Catalog checked September 22, 2026

Sources for Liana

Catalog checked September 24, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.