The Best Open Source Bitwarden AlternativesTop Password Managers & Authenticators like Bitwarden

The best open source alternative to Bitwarden is KeePass. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Bitwarden and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to Bitwarden are KeePassXC, Proton Pass, Proton Authenticator and Vaultwarden.

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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.

    243 KeePass alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Mono
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    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
    3

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

    Top Negative Comment
    beyond9thousand
    5

    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.

    Eduardo Branco
    Positive
    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.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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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
    • KeePass is CustomizableBitwarden is not according to our users
  2. KeePassXC icon

    KeePassXC

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

    211 KeePassXC alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • AppImageHub
    • Snapcraft
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • PortableApps.com
    • Flatpak
    • Homebrew
    • Chocolatey
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Guest
    Positive
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    KeePassXC is the best KeePass port for Linux (and perhaps MacOS). On Windows, KeePass 2 (original) is unbeatable.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Oscar Sanderson
    Positive
    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
    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 CustomizableBitwarden is not according to our users
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    Proton Pass

     135 likes
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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.

    93 Proton Pass alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Google Chrome
    • Flathub
    • Safari
    • F-Droid
    • Mozilla Firefox
    • Snapcraft
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    23C5DA
    Positive
    4

    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
    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
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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 auth...

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  6. Proton Authenticator icon

    Proton Authenticator

     77 likes
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    Protect your accounts with Proton Authenticator, a private and secure cross-device two-factor authentication (2FA) that works offline. Created by Proton, the creators of Proton Mail, Proton VPN, Proton Drive, and Proton Pass.

    61 Proton Authenticator alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • F-Droid
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  7. Vaultwarden icon

    Vaultwarden

     49 likes
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    Lightweight, self-hosted server written in Rust, fully compatible with Bitwarden clients, implements the Bitwarden server API, supports organizations, attachments, web interface, website icon API, YubiKey, Duo, and multiple two-factor authentication options.

    21 Vaultwarden alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Docker
    • Cloudron
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    • 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
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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.

    75 AliasVault alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Safari
    • Docker
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    KeePassDX

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    KeePassDX is a material design KeePass client for managing keys and passwords in an encrypted database for your Android device.

    90 KeePassDX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    Manish Tomar
    Positive
    0

    Best password manager with best ui and security

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    It's FOSS & is available in F-Droid.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • KeePassDX is Free and Open SourceBitwarden is Freemium and Open Source
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    Keepass2Android

     151 likes
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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.

    148 Keepass2Android alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    PearPass

     14 likes
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    Open-source password manager storing credentials only on user devices with end-to-end encryption and peer-to-peer sync, offering offline access, strong password generation, independent audits, no cloud infrastructure, full transparency, and minimal design for privacy.

    50 PearPass alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Google Chrome
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    KeePassX

     378 likes
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    KeePassX is an application for people with extremly high demands on secure personal data management. It has a light interface, is cross platform and published under the terms of the GNU General Public License.

    183 KeePassX alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
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  14. KeeWeb icon

    KeeWeb

     116 likes
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    Web and desktop password manager compatible with KeePass. Works online in any modern browser or as a desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

    192 KeeWeb alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
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    KeePassDroid

     209 likes
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    Offering a secure, offline Android experience, this manager supports KeePass' .kdb and .kdbx formats, ensuring compatibility with KeePass 1.x and 2.x. Report any issues on GitHub.

    186 KeePassDroid alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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