The new Keystone 3 Pro is worth every penny. The upgrades over the previous Pro model are evident. I have been using the original Pro for a while, so I can vouch for Keystone's quality. It was quick to receive my previous device directly from Keystone, but now that they are selling on Amazon, it took less than 24 hours to get it in my hands after ordering.
I would highly advise reading the official information from Keystone about all the security features and details of the latest software version to be best informed. I will say the unit did come perfectly sealed and passed the security check on setup. This security check is very important to ensure these Amazon devices are authentic.
Pros:
The device feels terrific and has a sturdy, albeit reasonably lightweight design. Keystone smoothed out all the angular lines from the last generation, making the in-hand feel much more balanced and pleasant. The SD card is now protected behind a flap. The device is also slightly smaller now with reduced bezels. The screen protector, which is preinstalled, is also handy.
Another fantastic upgrade is the internal rechargeable battery. Hot swapping batteries was a nice feature on the old device, but realistically, I did not find it necessary. I was using it more as an extra layer of security by not storing the batteries with the device. This internal battery makes life much more manageable with USB-C charging.
The device's setup is a breeze, and the walkthrough is very straightforward. There is tons of compatibility for various coins and dApps. Usability is also very simple and straightforward. You have the extra assurance of not being able to sign anything while navigating dApps accidentally. Just running regular browser extensions with popups has always felt risky, as I have almost been phished on scam websites, which has triggered bursts of wallet extension popups. That was a huge factor in why I looked into a hardware wallet, to begin with.
From my experience, Keystone constantly improves its products and provides excellent customer service. Given my experience, anything I think may need improvement on the software side will be addressed in a reasonable time. With this latest firmware installed, they even added OKX compatibility, so they are checking off all the boxes as they come up.
Cons:
I miss the lock screen on the old Pro, which allowed a custom image to be displayed, but that is a novelty more than a feature. I think this could always be added later, so it's not much of an issue.
My only complaint is that I wish the fingerprint reader and camera were in the center of the device so either hand feels the same when unlocking—it's a tiny issue. Ergonomics like button placements are very subjective. Moving the power button to the side is consistent with what most smartphones would have, so it took no time to make that adjustment, and now the old Pro feels weird having it at the top.
Other Takeaway:
Since I grabbed my first Keystone wallet, there have been no security breaches with Keystone or any of its products. This cannot be said about the competition. I used to be paranoid every time word of a hardware wallet breach was out, but now I am confident that when I check with Keystone's X account, the company will already have a post assuring customers there is no need for alarm.
I have used and owned products from top competitors, and frankly, they are just not made to the same standard as the Keystone wallets. Some feel really cheaply made, and others have unfortunately run into security problems, and I don't feel comfortable using them anymore. When splitting assets between hardware wallets, I want to know if I can trust the wallets as a long-term storage solution. Keystone convinced me the first time and I am very impressed with what I have unboxed and quickly tested this time as well.
I added a couple of pictures of the box and its contents to give you an idea of what to expect.
| Marca | KEYSTONE |
|---|---|
| Produttore | KEYSTONE |
| Modello | Keystone 3 Pro |
| Dimensioni prodotto | 10,39 x 6,25 x 1,29 cm; 250 grammi |
| Pile | 1 Metallo al litio pile necessarie. (incluse) |
| Numero modello articolo | Keystone 3 Pro |
| Voltaggio | 4,2 Volt |
| Le pile/batterie sono incluse? | Sì |
| Pile/batterie richieste | Sì |
| Composizione cella della pila/batteria | Ioni di litio |
| Fattore di forma | SmartModule |
| Pila/batteria ricaricabile inclusa | Sì |
| Peso articolo | 250 g |
| Aggiornamenti software garantiti fino a | sconosciuto |
