> want a product or do you want a solution.

Perhaps a better solution sometime needs a new product :)

dtonon

Not really sure what you're trying to say here? That storing your coins safely and accesible is not a problem or that hardware wallets don't fix it?



joko

You were making a fair case until

> really don't have many drawbacks.

The difference is nobody is "selling" the laptop support because there's nothing to be gained.

When thinking about HWWs, the question is, do you want a product or do you want a solution.

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bitcoin

What's your preferred hardware wallet ?

layn

I disagree. 

While an old laptop might be a good solution for some, for many it's just not possible. Too hard and too much that can go wrong. Imagine telling your mom to boot a minimal linux distribution, install bitcoin core, sync the chain, create a wallet and secure it properly. 

Hardware wallets can guide a new user much better through all the steps necessary to hold their own coins and really don't have many drawbacks.