Ledger Nano X vs Nano S Plus: Which Should You Buy in 2025?

Editorial context: This is a retrospective of the 2025 buying question, prepared in October 2026. It is not a claim that these are Ledger's newest devices or a record of 2025 prices. Check current manufacturer compatibility and support before purchasing.

The useful question is how you intend to use the wallet. Someone who signs transactions from an iPhone has different requirements from someone who checks a long-term holding from a desktop every few months.

The practical differences

Ledger's device comparison describes both Nano models as classic devices with small screens and physical buttons. Nano X adds Bluetooth and a rechargeable battery. Nano S Plus uses a wired USB connection and draws power from the connected device.

Consideration	Nano X	Nano S Plus
Connection style	USB and Bluetooth for supported workflows	USB
Power away from a cable	Rechargeable battery	Requires connected power
Transaction review	Small display and buttons	Small display and buttons
Typical fit	Users who need supported wireless mobile signing	Users comfortable with a cable-based workflow

For iPhone signing, verify Nano X support in the specific application you plan to use. Do not assume that a USB-C connector on a phone makes Nano S Plus compatible. Ledger's Nano X product information identifies supported mobile use; individual third-party wallet integrations can differ.

Choose around your actual routine

Write down the tasks you expect to perform: receive assets, send them, use a browser wallet, or sign while travelling. Then check each task against the exact phone, operating system, application, and connection method you own. This is more useful than comparing the total number of advertised assets.

If your routine is desktop-based, ask whether wireless signing would solve a real inconvenience. If mobile signing is essential, test the compatibility requirement before comparing prices. Include the cable or adapter you need in your budget and confirm the seller's warranty and returns terms.

A device upgrade is not a security routine

Neither model removes the need for an offline backup, careful address verification, or reading transaction details before approval. A more convenient connection does not establish that a DeFi contract is trustworthy. Likewise, using a cable does not eliminate phishing.

Small displays also affect usability: allow time to scroll through the information you are asked to approve. If that review feels uncomfortable for your intended transactions, investigate other supported devices rather than choosing solely between these two.

Put the 2025 title in context

Ledger announced Nano Gen5 and the Ledger Wallet app branding during 2025. The official announcement means this two-model comparison should not be mistaken for a complete late-2025 or current product catalogue.

Use the Nano X versus Nano S Plus question to clarify your connectivity needs, then compare the current supported range and current checkout prices. This article does not prescribe an investment or suggest that buying a device guarantees protection from loss.