The Best Bitwarden AlternativesTop Password Managers & Authenticators like Bitwarden

Bitwarden is described as 'Open-source password manager with AES-256 encryption and device sync. Store and access encrypted logins across platforms like iOS and Android' and is a leading password manager in the security & privacy category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Bitwarden for a variety of platforms, including Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows and iPad apps. The best Bitwarden alternative is KeePass, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like Bitwarden are KeePassXC, Proton Pass, 1Password and LastPass.

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Open-source password manager with AES-256 encryption and device sync. Store and access encrypted logins across platforms like iOS and Android.

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Bitwarden alternatives page was last updated May 16, 2025
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  1. KeePass icon

    KeePass

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    Free and open source password manager offering secure local storage of passwords in an encrypted database, strong AES and Twofish encryption, master key or key file access, portable version, plugin support, password generation, and optional two-factor authentication.

    229 KeePass alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Mono
    Entry Templates Plugin

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Security-focused

    Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2.  Password Generator
    3.  Portable
    4.  Password safe
    5.  Password encryption
    6.  Extensible by Plugins/Extensions
    7.  Local Storage
    8.  Autofill
    9.  Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
    10.  Browser integration
    11.  Save Attachments
    12.  Ad-free

    KeePass VS Bitwarden

     
    Comments about KeePass as an Alternative to Bitwarden
    Comment summary: Users praise KeePass for offering cross-platform support through forks like KeePassXC and highlight its ease of use and frequent updates. KeePass can be configured to work with cloud solutions, enhancing its appeal for those preferring non-cloud password storage. Some users find KeePass less intuitive than Bitwarden due to its reliance on plugins for additional features.
    Top Positive Comment
    EBiForE
    Oct 8, 2020
    3

    KeePass is not only KeePass KeePass is also KeeWeb, AuthPass, and more

    Top Negative Comment
    beyond9thousand
    Nov 21, 2022
    3

    Useless if you can not come up with syncing solutions through various third party plugins and addons (good luck finding any updated ones). If you love wasting time and constantly copy pasting files between directories, this is your gold mine.

    Most Recent Comment
    Eduardo Branco
    Positive Jun 20, 2023
    0

    I use it for long years. First only at windows and now android too. I sharing the same cloud database and this made my use very easy and fast. I use a very very long master pass for safety and force me to remember but if i dont, i always can take a fast look and solve the problem.

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    • Most users think KeePass is a great Bitwarden alternative.

    • KeePass is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Bitwarden.

    • KeePass is the most popular Open Source & free alternative to Bitwarden.

    • KeePass is Free and Open SourceBitwarden is Freemium and Open Source
  2. KeePassXC icon

    KeePassXC

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    KeePassXC is a modern, secure, and open-source password manager that stores and manages your most sensitive information.

    206 KeePassXC alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Welcome Screen

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight
    2.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Local Storage
    2.  Integrated Password Generator
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Browser integration
    5.  Two-factor Authentication
    6.  Portable
    7.  Keepass compatible
    8.  Cross-Platform
    9.  Autofill
    10.  Keyfile support
    11.  Dark Mode
    12.  Ad-free

    KeePassXC VS Bitwarden

     
    Comments about KeePassXC as an Alternative to Bitwarden
    Most Recent Comment
    Guest
    Positive Feb 5, 2018
    12

    KeePassXC is the best KeePass port for Linux (and perhaps MacOS). On Windows, KeePass 2 (original) is unbeatable.

    Oscar Sanderson
    Positive Jul 22, 2021
    1

    KeePassXC is the best cross-platform Bitwarden alternative. It is open source like bitwarden but makes storing your passwords offline easy and secure. Also it is totally free!

    lesm
    Positive Jan 1, 2025
    0

    I like most because I store everything in my computer not in the cloud.

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    • Almost everyone thinks KeePassXC is a great Bitwarden alternative.

    • KeePassXC is Free and Open SourceBitwarden is Freemium and Open Source
    • KeePassXC is Lightweight and Privacy focusedBitwarden is not according to our users
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    Proton Pass

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    End-to-end encrypted password management and identity protection. Developed by CERN scientists as part of Proton’s services, ensuring peace of mind for millions with open-source, battle-tested encryption. Supports two-factor authentication, synced across devices.

    85 Proton Pass alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CH flagSwitzerland

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • F-Droid
    • Mozilla Firefox
    Proton Pass screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Security-focused
    3.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  End-to-End Encryption
    2.  Ad-free
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Dark Mode
    5.  Support for Aliases
    6.  AES-256 Encryption
    7.  Two-factor Authentication
    8.  Biometric Authentication
    9.  Password Sharing
    10.  Time-based One-time Password
    11.  No Tracking
    12.  Encrypted Backup

    Proton Pass VS Bitwarden

     
    Comments about Proton Pass as an Alternative to Bitwarden
    23C5DA
    Positive Feb 18, 2024
    3

    It is the best alternative for BitWarden because it's cloud based, thus auto sync across devices. Open source. Privacy focused.

    While Proton has existed for very longtime. Proton Pass service is fairly new compared to BitWarden. So some feature might be lacking. UI/UX feels more modern but usability is simply okay. This is totally subjective.

    Premium feature comes free if you already have Proton Unlimited for their other services.

    Some negatives:

    • No self host option
    • More expensive
    devcrypt
    Positive Nov 2, 2023
    0

    Best alternative open source to Bitwarden.

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    • Most users think Proton Pass is a great Bitwarden alternative.

    • Proton Pass is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Bitwarden.

    • Proton Pass is Freemium and Open SourceBitwarden is also Freemium and Open Source
    • Proton Pass is Privacy focusedBitwarden is not according to our users
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    Zoho Vault

    Zoho Vault is an online password management software that lets businesses securely store, share and manage passwords and other sensitive data and access them from anywhere. Safe password manager.

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    1Password

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    Manage unique passwords and sensitive information with platform support for Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and more. Features include auto-fill, security alerts, and cross-device synchronization.

    45 1Password alternatives

    License model

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • CA flagCanada

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Chrome OS
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Yandex Browser
    • Opera
    • Brave
    • Mozilla Firefox
    1Password screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Security-focused

    Features

    1.  Browser integration
    2.  Autofill
    3.  Cloud Sync
    4.  Two-factor Authentication
    5.  Team Collaboration
    6.  Password Generator
    7.  Dark Mode
    8.  Ad-free
    9.  Password Sharing
    10.  FIDO U2F (2FA) support
    11.  Works Offline
    12.  Time-based One-time Password

    1Password VS Bitwarden

     
    Comments about 1Password as an Alternative to Bitwarden
    Florian Wendelborn
    Positive Jul 16, 2021
    4

    1Password is much more refined, has a good UI & UX and all the features one could need. 2FA & automatic password leak detection are awesome and arguably necessary nowadays.

    It’s so simple that even my grandma can use it perfectly well on her own

    Landia
    Positive Sep 8, 2023
    1

    Nice looking, no security problem.

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    • Most users think 1Password is a great Bitwarden alternative.

    • 1Password is the most popular commercial alternative to Bitwarden.

    • 1Password is Paid and ProprietaryBitwarden is Freemium and Open Source
    • 1Password is Security-focusedBitwarden is not according to our users
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    LastPass

     1648 likes
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    Password manager with unlimited storage, password generation, form filling, secure sharing, dark web monitoring, account recovery, and business tools like dashboards.

    224 LastPass alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • BSD
    • iPad
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Internet Explorer
    • Vivaldi
    • Google Chrome
    • Maxthon Cloud Browser
    • Opera
    • Mozilla Firefox
    LastPass screenshot 1

    Top LastPass Features

    1.  Cloud Sync
    2.  Two-factor Authentication
    3.  Password encryption
    4.  Master Password
    5.  Password Generator
    6.  Cloud based
    7. Android icon  Android Sync
    8.  Portable
    9.  Password Sharing
    10.  Password sync
    11.  Password Recovery
    12.  Browser extension

    LastPass VS Bitwarden

     
    Comments about LastPass as an Alternative to Bitwarden
    aariz_a
    Positive Aug 31, 2024
    0

    LastPass and other similar online password managers lock you in. They don't allow an easy import and export functionality not to mention being less private and to some degree secure compared to audited and reputable ones like KeePassXC, KeePass, and Bitwarden. And then there is Proton Pass, a newbie trying to make a mark with good features.

    Kualdir
    Negative Mar 24, 2025
    0

    Security nightmare. They've had multiple breaches over the years

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    • Some users think LastPass is a great Bitwarden alternative, some don't.

    • LastPass is Freemium and ProprietaryBitwarden is Freemium and Open Source
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    Vaultwarden

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    Alternative implementation of the Bitwarden server API written in Rust and compatible with upstream Bitwarden clients*, perfect for self-hosted deployment where running the official resource-heavy service might not be ideal.

    21 Vaultwarden alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • ES flagSpain
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    Web Login

    Properties

    1.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Time-based One-time Password
    2.  Two-factor Authentication
    3.  FIDO U2F (2FA) support
    4.  Ad-free
    5.  Cloud Sync
    6.  Dark Mode

    Vaultwarden VS Bitwarden

     

    • Almost everyone thinks Vaultwarden is a great Bitwarden alternative.

    • Vaultwarden is the most popular Self-Hosted alternative to Bitwarden.

    • Vaultwarden is Free and Open SourceBitwarden is Freemium and Open Source
    • Vaultwarden is LightweightBitwarden is not according to our users
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    Keepass2Android

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    Keepass2Android is an open source password manager application for Android. It reads and writes .kdbx-files, the database format used by the popular KeePass 2.x Password Safe for Windows and other desktop operating systems.

    145 Keepass2Android alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
    Keepass2Android screenshot 1
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    Keepass2Android Features

    1.  Works Offline
    2. KeePass icon  Keepass integration
    3.  Sync with Google Drive
    4.  Cloud Sync
    5.  Password safe
    6.  Unlock with fingerprint
    7.  Biometric Authentication
    8.  Cryptolocker
    9. Microsoft OneDrive icon  Sync with Onedrive
    10. Dropbox icon  Sync with Dropbox

    Keepass2Android VS Bitwarden

     
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    AliasVault

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    AliasVault is an end-to-end encrypted password and alias manager that protects your privacy by creating alternative identities, passwords and email addresses for every website you use.

    59 AliasVault alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • NL flagNetherlands
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
    AliasVault screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Security-focused

    Features

    1.  Two-factor Authentication
    2.  Passkey Support
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Support for Aliases
    5.  Encrypted Backup
    6.  End-to-End Encryption
    7.  No Tracking
    8.  Time-based One-time Password
    9.  Multiple Account support
    10.  Ad-free

    AliasVault VS Bitwarden

     
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