The Best Open Source KeePass AlternativesTop Password Managers & Authenticators like KeePass
The best open source alternative to KeePass is KeePassXC. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to KeePass and loads of them is open source so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting open source alternatives to KeePass are Bitwarden, Keepass2Android, KeePassX and KeeWeb.
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- Free • Open Source
- 207 KeePassXC alternatives
KeePassXC is a modern, secure, and open-source password manager that stores and manages your most sensitive information.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Germany
EU
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- AppImageHub
- Snapcraft
- Microsoft Edge
- Google Chrome
- Flathub
- PortableApps.com
- Flatpak
- Homebrew
- Chocolatey
- Mozilla Firefox
Comments about KeePassXC as an Alternative to KeePass
Top Positive CommentMost Recent Commentdrummer_nrgKeePassXC is actively updated, has changed my life for the better, and is endorsed by the EFF = https://ssd.eff.org/module/how-use-keepassxc
jacekdobrzynieckiUnfortunately, KeePassXC lacks a very useful option to display custom columns in the main list (e.g. if you add a field like "email" or "displayname" to your password entries, you might want to be able to quickly see where have you used a given email.) This is a dealbreaker for me.
- 211 Bitwarden alternatives
Open-source password manager using AES-256 and PBKDF2 SHA-256 encryption. Securely store and sync logins across iOS, Android, Windows, and more without service provider access.
License model
- Freemium • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
United States
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Self-Hosted
- Apple Watch
- Snapcraft
- Microsoft Edge
- Vivaldi
- Google Chrome
- Flathub
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Tor Browser
- Safari
- F-Droid
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Flatpak
- Cloudron
- Opera
- Chocolatey
- Mono
- Brave
- Mozilla Firefox
Comments about Bitwarden as an Alternative to KeePass
It has all features from Keepass , Cloud Sync (FREE) and a beautiful UI
RemovedUserEasy, free & open source software, cloud sync in all devices and password generator (all in free version)
- 146 Keepass2Android alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Android
- Android Tablet
Keepass2Android Features
Comments about Keepass2Android as an Alternative to KeePass
Most Recent CommentNotunderscoreBest of all, you also have the auto fill-in for any app too! Isn't that great?
Database can be natively synchronized with cloud storage. You can have a database cert + password protected and have the database tranparently synchronized without needed cert.
Akhilesh_TBest android alternative to KeePass. Been using this since a few years.
I would recommend using a KeyFile along with the Master Password for the best 2FA (2 Factor Authentication).
- 184 KeePassX alternatives
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.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- BSD
DiscontinuedLast release 2.0.3 was in september 2016 https://github.com/keepassx/keepassx/releases https://www.keepassx.org/newsLast commit October 2017.It is because the project has gone innactive that
KeePassXC was born.
KeePassX Features
Comments about KeePassX as an Alternative to KeePass
KuboFHromoslavDespite KeePassX lacks some fancy features of KeePass and its development is slower, it is native to Linux and have much better performance and bit better look there. Still there are problems about storing the database file in cloud, as KeePassX does not support such services nor plugins, which could help (so you depend on another software to do syncing).
chadyredOpenSources local with encrypted database not a remote solution.
- 193 KeeWeb alternatives
Web and desktop password manager compatible with KeePass. Works online in any modern browser or as a desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux.
DiscontinuedThe latest version (1.18.7) was released in July 2021, and they're looking for a new maintainer to take over the project.
Comments about KeeWeb as an Alternative to KeePass
Most Recent CommentJohn FastmanKeeWeb is KeePass-compatible & open source. It has most of the most important functions, although it is less well-established and lacks plugin support to extend its functionality and offer browser integration. On the other hand, it works natively on Mac, which KeePass does not.
One of the best password manager, even better than original KeePass
Akhilesh_TIt has a pleasant GUI design and the Auto-type function along with "Mix real keystrokes with random" is most useful on their Desktop App. Most of all, this app is open source.
- 82 Proton Pass alternatives
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.
License model
- Freemium • Open Source
Application types
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Online
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Google Chrome
- Flathub
- Safari
- F-Droid
- Mozilla Firefox
- 84 KeePassDX alternatives
KeePassDX is a material design KeePass client for managing keys and passwords in an encrypted database for your Android device.
License model
- Free • Open Source
Application types
Platforms
- Android
- F-Droid
It's free, open source, and, most important, more secure.