I have never used a desktop wallet because in my opinion a desktop wallet cannot be accessed in various places and we cannot access it at any time because we are not always in front of the desktop, even though it has more features but I think a mobile wallet gives us convenience in accessing it, and we can anytime and anywhere to access it without having to open a laptop/pc first to be able to access the wallet that we have.
You are wrong in giving your opinion about desktop wallets because for the metamask use case, you can import the same wallet in the mobile version of the wallet so it is more practical to use in different conditions, desktop and mobile are just device issues but not for one wallet because both can be imported if using the metamask wallet. 
Topic: Desktop wallet vs Mobile wallet (Read 571 times)
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
I have never used a desktop wallet because in my opinion a desktop wallet cannot be accessed in various places and we cannot access it at any time because we are not always in front of the desktop, even though it has more features but I think a mobile wallet gives us convenience in accessing it, and we can anytime and anywhere to access it without having to open a laptop/pc first to be able to access the wallet that we have.
I believe most people would prefer mobile wallet when it comes to portability because we all know mobile phones are way much easier to carry compared to laptops or pc's. And talking about security, I think I can say that security really depends on who holds it and what type of wallet do you use. Mobile wallet apps for sure will always have that security feature for us to protect each of our funds. And ever since I have used mobile wallets, I haven't experience yet funds being lost or stolen. But I also use desktop wallet sometimes. It depends on what I want to access. But I still prefer mobile wallets due to the fact that it is easier to access.
It depends on your ability to secure your computer, if you do not know anything about how to do this then a mobile wallet will be a superior choice than a regular computer, however if you actually have some knowledge about this then your regular computer can be more secure than any mobile wallet, but if you have the money and you can afford it then hardware wallets are the best option as they are more secure than both of them, the only disadvantage is that you need to pay money for them, but the cost is relatively low so that should no be a problem for the majority of the people holding bitcoin. 
I am more comfortable using a mobile wallet than a desktop wallet where I think a mobile wallet can be opened anywhere as long as there is internet and make transactions anytime without having to open a computer
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
Personally, I prefer using a mobile wallet because of its simplicity and ability to be used anywhere, especially for people who are often on the go. However, if I want to keep a large number of assets on mobile wallets or desktop wallets, I will not choose them. Instead, I will choose hardware wallets because of their better safety and security. 
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
They have advantages and purpose, and that is why I have them and used them both. Mobile wallet- it seems very accessible anytime and anywhere we go, unlike with desktop wallet.
An electrum wallet user here installed on my desktop and a non-custodial wallet for my phone. I'd say they are the best crypto wallet I used for many years and I don't think about changing unless their services are no longer acceptable until they are still reliable and kept my funds safely.
I believe most people would prefer mobile wallet when it comes to portability because we all know mobile phones are way much easier to carry compared to laptops or pc's. And talking about security, I think I can say that security really depends on who holds it and what type of wallet do you use. Mobile wallet apps for sure will always have that security feature for us to protect each of our funds. And ever since I have used mobile wallets, I haven't experience yet funds being lost or stolen. But I also use desktop wallet sometimes. It depends on what I want to access. But I still prefer mobile wallets due to the fact that it is easier to access.
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
Compared to desktop or extension wallets, I prefer mobile wallets, because mobile wallets are easier to use and easy to carry anywhere. Trustwallet is the one I use the most. and for security I prefer to use safepal, this wallet also has a binance trading service without having to use a binance account. so I don't need KYC for transaction there. 
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
It depends on the nature of your needs.
I mean, what currencies do you intend to store? And how do you intend to use it?
If you intend to store bitcoins, for example, I advise you to use the Electrum wallet in the desktop version and the mobile version for daily use of small payments.
For the rest of the cryptocurrencies, I advise you to use the official wallet for each currency and avoid multi-currency wallets because they are necessarily central wallets.
I don't see much difference between a mobile wallet and a desktop wallet. If you're careful, there's no problem with either one. But I agree that it is better to use a hardware wallet for more security. Still, the most convenient to use is mobile wallet, because you can transfer your coins at any time, while to use hardware wallet you have to go back home to your computer.
No wallet is bad to hold the coins unless we do negligence in using it but personally I hold my coins in the hardware wallet that is more secure than other wallets because it requires the permission to process the transaction and that can be done when we attach the hardware wallet to Laptop/Computer. If you are a long-term holder then you can consider buying a hardware wallet otherwise mobile wallet is good to use.
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desktop wallet is good because i can use it as a cold storage. Depends on what purpose we want to use, we should choose the wallet accordingly.
You can't use any internet connected device as cold storage, it's still vulnerable to hacking attacks. And you can't deny not to use it because all desktop wallets need the internet directly to connect to the blockchain network.desktop wallet is good because i can use it as a cold storage. Depends on what purpose we want to use, we should choose the wallet accordingly.
If you want cold storage, buy a hard wallet.
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
Desktop wallet is open source indeed, you can get the source on github usually, even some mobile wallets are open source too.
I prefer to use mobile wallet when i want to buy and sell coins. But if i want to hold the coin, desktop wallet is good because i can use it as a cold storage. Depends on what purpose we want to use, we should choose the wallet accordingly.
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
So far, since I use both desktop wallet and mobile wallet, I prefer the mobile wallet because I don't always stand by in front of the computer (PC) so to check or want to know something happened to our wallet, it's easier and more comfortable to use mobile wallet because we can open and view it anytime and anywhere when we need it. so the mobile wallet is very easy for its users.
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
Well, if you ask me then the best wallets are the hardware wallet where your crypto is secure. However, if you need to know between the desktop and hardware wallet, i will recommend you to go for the desktop wallet. Usually, the desktop wallet has more features than the mobile wallet.
Also since we keep our mobile always with us, i don't feel comfortable carrying my mobile wallet everywhere (as mobile can easily be stolen or lost).
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
So far, since I use both desktop wallet and mobile wallet, I prefer the mobile wallet because I don't always stand by in front of the computer (PC) so to check or want to know something happened to our wallet, it's easier and more comfortable to use mobile wallet because we can open and view it anytime and anywhere when we need it. so the mobile wallet is very easy for its users.
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
So far, since I use both desktop wallet and mobile wallet, I prefer the mobile wallet because I don't always stand by in front of the computer (PC) so to check or want to know something happened to our wallet, it's easier and more comfortable to use mobile wallet because we can open and view it anytime and anywhere when we need it. so the mobile wallet is very easy for its users.
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
It depends on the context and size of holdings and purpose of the wallet.
If spending is the purpose, the contents should remain and should go to a mobile wallet. (because you can't take your desktop to the store)
If holding is the purpose, the contents can be larger and should go to a more secure wallet IE: desktop or hardware. (this is also good for staking purposes.)
However if you want to spend some of your coins at a local business then that is where mobile wallets shine as you can use them to buy whatever you want while you are away from your home, however I would never use a mobile wallet to store my coins long term as smartphones are online all the time, which gives hackers many chances to steal your coins.
Computers and smartphones are both devices that are constantly connected to the internet, they are very vulnerable to hackers. So always be careful when using these 2 platforms, it is best for each investor to equip themselves with a hardware wallet to ensure the safety of their assets.
Even though we are connected to the internet, it is not easy for viruses to damage the devices we use because desktops and smartphone have virus detectors, but we must be aware of the possibility that will occur by carrying out a routine scan process to avoid viruses. But the high level of security remains in hardware wallet. 
Between mobile and a desktop wallet which one do you prefer the most and why? Again I think desktop wallets have more open source wallets than mobile, which desktop wallet is the best open-source wallet that you know of?
Depends on you if what suits you. Are you outgoing? Then mobile wallet is the best for you but if not and you mostly hang out inside your house then desktop wallet is the way to go but for the both, both wallets are also needed. When it comes to if it's open source or not, I think most of us didn't care at all. Most of us are not into a more technical stuffs but what important for them is that they can store a crypto or have a place where they can send or receive their coins.Most importantly they will use it as long as it's a popular brand because security is always next to it but anyway I search the web for the best open source wallet and mew or myetherwallet is always on the list, maybe this is the best among all? I have been using the wallet since 2017 and I have no problems so far.
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