Recommended Devices To Run AirGap Vault
AirGap Vault should be run on a dedicated device that is fully air-gapped, meaning it is not and never will be connected to any network. The app can be installed on a variety of devices. This flexibility is one of the strengths of AirGap Vault, because there is no vendor lock-in to any device and users can choose devices according to their preferences.
We generally recommend to use an old phone that is no longer in use. In case someone has to buy a dedicated device, there are a couple of considerations:
- Trust in Hardware Vendor
- Security of the device
- Price
- Ergonomics
- Software Compatibility
- Users' Technical Skill
Recommended Devices​
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While we have reviewed the devices that are recommended here, the vendor ultimately has full control over them, so make sure you trust the vendor.
| Device | Cost | Operating System | Vendor | Advantages | Disadvantages | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Device | $0 | ? | ? | |||
| Moto E6 | ~$40 | Android | Motorola | Biometrics Cheap | Amazon | |
| Samsung Galaxy A51 | ~$300 | Android | Samsung | Biometrics | Amazon | |
| Pixel 5 | ~$700 | Android | Biometrics High-end Device | Amazon | ||
| iPhone SE 2020 | ~$400 | iOS | Apple | Biometrics | Amazon | |
| iPhone 12 Pro Max | ~$1100 | iOS | Apple | Biometrics High-end Device | Amazon | |
| Raspberry Pi 4 | ~$80 | Raspbian | Raspberry Pi | DIY Cheap High Security | Technical Skill required No Biometrics Network Connectivity Limited Performance No integrated Camera | Amazon |
| Laptop | ~$300 | AirGap Distribution | ? | DIY Camera integrated High Security Customizable Good Usability | Technical Skill required No Biometrics Network Connectivity | |
| Desktop PC | ~$400 | AirGap Distribution | ? | DIY No Wifi/Bluetooth Highest Security Customizable | Technical Skill required No Biometrics No integrated Camera |