Exodus vs. Trust Wallet: A full comparison for mobile users.

Security Architecture Differences

1. Exodus implements a local-only private key storage model where keys never leave the user's device during standard operations.

2. Trust Wallet relies on a hybrid approach—private keys remain on-device for Ethereum and EVM chains but delegates signing to remote nodes for certain non-EVM assets like Solana or TRON when using built-in dApp browser features.

3. Exodus enforces mandatory passphrase encryption for wallet backups, requiring users to input a custom 12-word recovery phrase plus an additional passphrase to restore funds.

4. Trust Wallet allows optional passphrase encryption, meaning many users restore wallets using only the standard 12-word seed without extra layers of protection.

5. Both wallets disable biometric authentication for transaction signing by default, though Exodus requires explicit user confirmation via fingerprint or face ID before every send, while Trust Wallet permits disabling this layer entirely in settings.

Supported Asset Ecosystem

1. Exodus supports over 250 cryptocurrencies across Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Polkadot, and Cosmos ecosystems with native staking interfaces for select tokens.

2. Trust Wallet covers more than 7 million tokens across 70+ blockchains, including niche chains like TON, Base, and Blast, due to its open token-list integration model.

3. Exodus provides native support for NFTs on Ethereum, Polygon, and Solana but does not display NFTs from lesser-known chains like Arbitrum Nova or zkSync Lite.

4. Trust Wallet displays NFTs from any chain it supports, including obscure Layer 2s and application-specific blockchains, as long as the contract is verified and listed in its token registry.

5. Neither wallet supports Bitcoin Ordinals natively—both require manual UTXO management or third-party integrations to view or transfer inscribed satoshis.

User Interface and Navigation Flow

1. Exodus uses a desktop-inspired tabbed layout on mobile, with persistent navigation bars for Portfolio, Swap, Earn, and Collectibles—each opening full-screen overlays rather than inline transitions.

2. Trust Wallet adopts a bottom-tab interface with Home, Wallet, DApps, and Me sections, enabling rapid switching between portfolio view and decentralized applications without reloading.

3. Exodus displays real-time price charts inside each asset detail screen using CoinGecko API feeds, while Trust Wallet shows only 24-hour change percentages unless users tap into individual coin pages.

4. Trust Wallet integrates a search-first design where users can type any token symbol or name directly into the top bar to jump to balances or initiate swaps instantly.

5. Exodus forces users to navigate through hierarchical menus to access staking options, whereas Trust Wallet surfaces staking availability as a badge next to supported tokens in the main asset list.

Swap Engine and Liquidity Sources

1. Exodus aggregates quotes from Changelly, ChangeNOW, and its own liquidity pool powered by ShapeShift, prioritizing fixed-rate trades with no slippage tolerance.

2. Trust Wallet routes swaps through PancakeSwap, Uniswap V2/V3, and 1inch depending on chain and token pair, applying dynamic slippage settings based on volatility thresholds.

3. Exodus displays estimated network fees before quote generation, allowing users to cancel if gas costs exceed expectations.

4. Trust Wallet calculates gas only after selecting a route, sometimes resulting in failed transactions when fee estimates shift between quote and execution.

5. Both wallets prohibit swapping stablecoins pegged to non-USD fiat currencies like EURS or XAUT unless manually added via custom token import.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does Exodus support hardware wallet pairing on iOS?Yes, Exodus supports Ledger devices on iOS via Bluetooth connection, but Trezor Model T and Trezor One require USB-C adapters not officially certified by Apple, leading to inconsistent pairing success rates.

Q: Can Trust Wallet interact with Telegram Mini Apps using WalletConnect v2?No, Trust Wallet currently only supports WalletConnect v1 for Telegram Mini App connections; v2 sessions fail with “unsupported protocol” errors even on updated app versions.

Q: Is it possible to export raw private keys from Exodus on Android without root access?No, Exodus disables private key export on Android unless the device is rooted and the user enables developer mode within the app’s hidden settings menu—a step not documented in official support channels.

Q: Do both wallets allow custom RPC node configuration for unsupported EVM chains?Exodus restricts RPC customization to pre-approved networks only; Trust Wallet permits manual RPC entry under Network Settings, though imported chains lack native token detection and require manual contract address input for balance visibility.