⭐ Lisa's Pick
Nitrokey
Open source security keys made in Germany
Open Source
Audited
€29+
Various models from €29 to €109. Nitrokey 3 is the current flagship.
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Quick Specs
| Open Source | ✓ Yes View code |
|---|---|
| E2E Encrypted | ✗ No |
| Zero Knowledge | ✗ No |
| Self-Hostable | ✗ No |
| No Logs Policy | ✗ No |
| Audited | ✓ Yes |
| Jurisdiction | Germany |
| Pricing | Paid |
About Nitrokey
Nitrokey produces fully open-source hardware security keys. Unlike competitors, both the hardware design and firmware are open source and auditable. Made in Germany with a focus on privacy and transparency.
Best For
Organizations that prioritize open source and auditability
Lisa's Take
Our preferred security key recommendation. Fully open-source hardware and firmware means you can verify exactly what you're trusting. The YubiKey may be more popular, but Nitrokey is more transparent.