Ledger’s Ledger Nano X was introduced as the company’s “most advanced hardware wallet yet,” expanding on the earlier Nano with Bluetooth support, an extra button, and the new Ledger Live mobile app. The device represents a clear push toward a more mobile-friendly hardware wallet experience.
Stronger hardware and better usability
On design and build, the review sees Nano X as a strong step forward. Ledger’s industrial design remains one of its clearest strengths, and the new model improves day-to-day usability with a two-button interface instead of the older single-button setup. That change makes entering a PIN and confirming actions significantly easier.
The wallet also offers five times more application storage than its predecessor, allowing support for more cryptocurrency apps on a single device. For users managing multiple assets, that is a practical upgrade. In pricing terms, the original Nano had been reduced to $70, while the Nano X was expected to retail for around $140, signaling Ledger’s transition toward the newer model.
Software reliability remains the main weakness
Despite the hardware improvements, the review focuses heavily on software frustrations. During testing, the author encountered repeated installation and connectivity problems when attempting to load Bitcoin and Ethereum apps. Error messages such as “Operation was cancelled” and prompts to retry made it unclear whether the issue was with the phone app, the device itself, or Ledger’s backend services.
The article later notes that, with help from Ledger’s support team, the Nano X was eventually made fully operational. It also adds that Ledger resolved the server issues affecting Ledger Live after the review process. That update suggests the early failures may have been temporary, though the review makes clear that software stability is central to the product’s long-term reputation.
Mobile app adds meaningful value
Even with those setbacks, the review praises the Ledger Live mobile app for both usability and privacy. One highlighted feature is its ability to automatically generate a new receiving address, a function that may appeal to users who value stronger on-chain privacy practices. The app is also presented as more than a wallet companion, with the potential to serve as an all-in-one tool for sending, receiving, and monitoring crypto holdings.
Overall, the Ledger Nano X appears to be a meaningful hardware upgrade with better controls, expanded capacity, and a stronger mobile experience. Still, the review argues that its success ultimately depends on whether Ledger can deliver software that matches the quality of the device itself.