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Best Crypto Card in 2026
Wallet Radar picks for crypto cards: EtherFi Cash (92), Ethena Pay (84), Plasma One (81), and MetaMask Card (77) lead the self-custody options.
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Best Crypto Card in 2026
Quick Answer
- Best overall: EtherFi Cash (92)
- Best non-US self-custody spend card: Ethena Pay (84), AVAX cashback, collateral can be liquidated
- Best self-custody alternative: Plasma One (81)
- Self-custody, US/UK signups paused: MetaMask Card (77)
Source: data/tables/CRYPTO_CARDS.md
Top Picks
| Card | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| EtherFi Cash | 92 | Non-custodial, strong rewards |
| Ethena Pay | 84 | Non-US, 4-5% in AVAX, Visa |
| Plasma One | 81 | Self-custody spend path, up to 4% in XPL |
| MetaMask Card | 77 | Self-custody option, US/UK signups paused |
| Gnosis Pay | 66 | Consumer card being wound down; press gives 2026-12-20 as the end date |
| Coinbase Card | 64 | US-focused, custodial |
Pros & Cons
Non-custodial cards (EtherFi, Plasma One, Gnosis Pay)
- ✅ You control funds
- ✅ Lower exchange risk
- ⚠️ Availability depends on region
Cards that stopped in 2026: Ready (issuer Kulipa wound down, late July), Cypher (acquired by Nium; service ended 2026-09-06), Solflare (paused since 2026-07-28)
Check the status column before applying.
Custodial cards (Coinbase, Gemini)
- ✅ Simple onboarding
- ❌ Exchange custody risk
FAQ
Which card is best for the US?
See data/tables/CRYPTO_CARDS.md for US-available options.
Is self-custody safer?
Yes, you retain control of funds.