Our take
Replaces the discontinued Trezor Model T. The Model T (launched 2018) had a color touchscreen but no dedicated secure element; the current Safe line (Safe 3 / Safe 5) adds an EAL6+ secure element while keeping open-source firmware. Trezor's official lineup as of 2026 is the Safe 3, Safe 5, and flagship Safe 7.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Combines an EAL6+ secure element with open-source firmware
- Color touchscreen with haptic feedback for easy on-device verification
- Supports 1,000+ coins and tokens
- Strong transparency posture (auditable firmware)
Cons (the real ones)
- Higher price than the Safe 3 and entry-level devices
- No Bluetooth — USB-C only
- Fewer supported assets than Ledger's 5,500+
- The touchscreen Model T it replaces was discontinued from Trezor's own store in Jan 2026
Specifications
| Maker | Trezor (SatoshiLabs, Prague, Czech Republic) |
| Price | ~$169 USD MSRP |
| Assets supported | ~1,000 |
| Connection | USB-C (wired only) |
| Companion app | Trezor Suite (desktop and web) |
Security
- EAL6+ certified secure element (Infineon OPTIGA Trust M V3)
- open-source firmware
- PIN and passphrase protection
- on-device confirmation via color touchscreen
Before you buy
Buy only from the manufacturer's own store or an authorised reseller, and never a device that arrives with a recovery phrase already filled in — that is a known scam. Expect phishing: since Ledger's 2020 customer-data leak, fake “security update” emails and even posted letters asking for your recovery phrase have been common. No genuine company will ever ask for it. In October 2026, devices sold by one authorised Ledger reseller were found to carry a hidden implant: see how to buy a hardware wallet safely. Our guide on securing your crypto covers the rest of the setup.
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Trezor Safe 5: quick answers
How much does the Trezor Safe 5 cost?
~$169 USD MSRP. Prices change with promotions, so check the official store before buying, and only buy from the manufacturer or an authorised reseller — never second-hand.
Is the Trezor Safe 5 safe?
EAL6+ certified secure element (Infineon OPTIGA Trust M V3); open-source firmware. Higher price than the Safe 3 and entry-level devices. A hardware wallet removes exchange counterparty risk, but you remain responsible for your PIN and backup. Not financial advice.