5 MetaMask Alternatives to Support DeFi Cross-Chain Interoperativity

With the rapid development of the Web3 field, in addition to the popular MetaMask, various excellent alternatives to Web3 wallets have emerged. This article will introduce 5 alternatives to MetaMask that can be used to interact with Decentralized Finance applications on Ethereum and other blockchains.

Although MetaMask is favored for its simplicity, open-source nature, and good integration with most Decentralized Finance protocols, it also has some limitations. For example, the storage of private keys in the browser makes its security inferior to that of hardware wallets, the default connection to the Ethereum blockchain via Infura may cause connection interruption issues, and there is a lack of user-friendly content parsing for non-technical users during transaction confirmations.

Now let's take a look at 5 alternatives to MetaMask, which all support interaction with Decentralized Finance applications across multiple blockchains:

Frame

Frame is an Ethereum wallet that focuses on privacy protection and can run on MacOS, Windows, and Linux. It allows users to manage all accounts, tokens, and projects while supporting connections to any decentralized application. One of Frame's key features is that it stores private keys outside the browser, enhancing security. Additionally, it is compatible with popular hardware wallets.

After users download the Frame wallet, they can seamlessly trade on EVM-compatible chains such as Ethereum, Optimism, Arbitrum, Polygon, and xDai through the browser extension.

Rabby

Rabby is an open-source Web3 wallet developed by the DeFi portfolio tracking tool DeBank. It can automatically switch to the corresponding blockchain based on the websites visited by the user, providing a convenient multi-chain experience.

Rabby has made several improvements in terms of security. For example, the transaction details are clearly parsed in the signature confirmation pop-up, allowing users to understand the specific operations of the transaction and the estimated changes in their balance. Additionally, Rabby performs a security check on each transaction and will promptly alert users if any potential risks are detected.

XDEFI Wallet

XDEFI wallet is a cross-chain browser extension that natively integrates THORChain, Ethereum, BSC, Polygon and other EVM networks as well as Terra. Users can directly conduct cross-chain transactions within the wallet without the need for centralized intermediaries or custodial services.

The XDEFI wallet also supports purchasing cryptocurrencies directly with fiat currency in the app through Ramp. However, the wallet has not yet been open-sourced, which is a major drawback. It is reported that more blockchain support, including Avalanche, Cosmos, Fantom, and Solana, will be available in the first quarter of 2022.

Web3Auth

Web3Auth(, formerly known as Torus), is an open-source browser extension that allows users to authenticate their identity on dApps, exchanges, or blockchains using their Google account. Users can log in with their Google account with just one click, automatically signing into the built-in wallet in the browser without having to remember a recovery phrase.

Web3Auth automatically creates accounts on the network using threshold signatures and distributed key generation upon first authentication, balancing the security of self-custody with ease of use. It also employs Shamir's secret sharing technique to split the user's private key into three parts, allowing the private key to be recovered as long as access to any two parts is available.

Wallet 3

Wallet 3 is an open-source, non-custodial wallet that can connect to DeFi applications via the WalletConnect protocol. When users access DeFi applications that support WalletConnect, they only need to copy the URI and enable the manual connection feature in Wallet 3 to automatically connect to the application.

The highlights of Wallet 3 include quick account switching, cross-chain transfers, and direct interaction with top DeFi protocols like Aave and Yearn within the wallet. Additionally, it provides users with a portfolio dashboard supporting multiple networks such as Ethereum, BSC, Polygon, Avalanche, and Fantom.

These MetaMask alternatives each have their own characteristics, providing users with more options. As the Web3 ecosystem continues to evolve, it is believed that more excellent wallet products will emerge in the future, bringing users a safer and more convenient blockchain interaction experience.