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Codebook alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Codebook alternative for most people is KeePassXC (2.8 GPA), third in our ranking of password managers. The best free one is Strongbox (3.0 GPA).
Codebook compared with 5 alternatives: KeePass, KeePassXC, Enpass, 1Password and Strongbox.
Codebook has a free plan. Paid plans start at $5 per month (Codebook Cloud sync subscription). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| CodebookThis tool | Free plan · from $5/mo | Yes | macOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
| KeePass | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| KeePassXC | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension |
| Enpass | Free plan · from $23.99/yr | Yes | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| 1Password | Free trial · from $3.99/mo | Trial only | macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Strongbox | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
Codebook starts at $5 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 2 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: 1Password and Strongbox.
KeePass, KeePassXC and Enpass start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Codebook
KeePass
Free, open-source password manager for Windows with plugins
- KeePass is free.
- KeePass also lists a Linux app.
- KeePass lists no iOS and Android apps, which Codebook has.
- KeePass is open source, according to its own site.
- KeePass does not cover file sharing, which Codebook does.
Suits: Windows users who want a free password manager that needs no account
KeePassXC
Free, open-source offline password manager for desktop
- KeePassXC is free.
- KeePassXC also lists a Linux app and a browser extension.
- KeePassXC lists no iOS and Android apps, which Codebook has.
- KeePassXC is open source, according to its own site.
- KeePassXC also covers passkeys.
Suits: People who want passwords in a local file instead of an online service
Enpass
Password manager that keeps vaults in your own cloud storage
- Enpass starts at $23.99 per year (Premium, US App Store in-app price).
- Enpass also lists a Linux app and a browser extension.
- Enpass can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Enpass also covers passkeys.
- Enpass does not cover file sharing, which Codebook does.
Suits: People who want their vault in their own cloud account, not on a vendor's servers
1Password
Password manager for individuals, families and businesses
- 1Password starts at $3.99 per month, billed annually ($2.99 in year one for new customers).
- 1Password has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Codebook.
- 1Password also lists a Linux app and a browser extension.
- 1Password is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- 1Password also covers passkeys.
Suits: Individuals and families who want one password manager on every device
Strongbox
KeePass-compatible password manager for iPhone, iPad and Mac
- Strongbox starts at $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year (Pro, US App Store in-app price).
- Strongbox also lists a browser extension.
- Strongbox lists no Windows and Android apps, which Codebook has.
- Strongbox can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- Strongbox also covers passkeys.
Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac users who keep passwords in KeePass-format files
Limits worth knowing in Codebook
- Automatic sync and secure sharing need a paid Codebook Cloud subscription; free sync is manual.
- Business use requires a business license; the free app is for non-commercial use only.
- The Codebook Cloud price is shown only as starting at $5 per month, with no billing basis stated.
- There is no native Linux app; the Windows version runs under Wine, and there is no browser extension.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Codebook?
The alternatives to Codebook in this directory are KeePass, KeePassXC, Enpass, 1Password and Strongbox. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Codebook.
Is there a free alternative to Codebook?
Yes. KeePass and KeePassXC are free to use. Enpass and Strongbox have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Codebook alternatives work on Linux?
The Codebook listing does not include a Linux app. KeePass, KeePassXC, Enpass and 1Password list one.
Is there an open-source alternative to Codebook?
KeePass and KeePassXC are described as open source on their own sites.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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