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Google Password Manager alternatives

Google Password Manager compared with 5 alternatives: Apple Passwords, Bitwarden, Proton Pass, 1Password and LastPass.

Google Password Manager is free to use. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

5 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 5, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
Google Password ManagerThis toolFreeFreeWeb, iOS, Android
Apple PasswordsFreeFreemacOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension
BitwardenFree plan · from $1.65/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Proton PassFree plan · from $2.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
1PasswordFree trial · from $3.99/moTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
LastPassFree plan · from $3/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from Google Password Manager

  1. Apple Passwords

    Apple's free password and passkey app for iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • Apple Passwords is free. Google Password Manager is free.
    • Only Apple Passwords lists macOS and Windows apps.
    • Only Apple Passwords lists a browser extension.
    • Only Google Password Manager lists a web app.
    • Only Google Password Manager lists an Android app.

    Suits: People whose devices are all Apple and who want a password manager at no cost

    Apple Passwords vs Google Password ManagerApple Passwords pricing and details

  2. Bitwarden

    Open-source password manager with a free plan and self-hosting

    • Bitwarden starts at $1.65 per month, billed annually at $19.80 (Premium). Google Password Manager is free.
    • Only Bitwarden lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Bitwarden lists a browser extension.
    • Bitwarden is open source, self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want a free password manager on unlimited devices

    Bitwarden vs Google Password ManagerBitwarden pricing and details

  3. Proton Pass

    End-to-end encrypted password manager with email aliases

    • Proton Pass starts at $2.99 per month, billed every 12 months ($35.88); $4.99 billed monthly. Google Password Manager is free.
    • Only Proton Pass lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Proton Pass lists a browser extension.
    • Proton Pass is open source and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want a free password manager with unlimited logins and devices

    Proton Pass vs Google Password ManagerProton Pass pricing and details

  4. 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). Google Password Manager is free.
    • Google Password Manager has a free plan. 1Password does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 1Password lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only 1Password lists a browser extension.
    • Only Google Password Manager lists a web app.

    Suits: Individuals and families who want one password manager on every device

    1Password vs Google Password Manager1Password pricing and details

  5. LastPass

    Password manager with a free plan and business access controls

    • LastPass starts at $3 per month, billed annually at $36 (Premium). Google Password Manager is free.
    • Only LastPass lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only LastPass lists a browser extension.

    Suits: People who only need their passwords on one type of device and want a free plan

    LastPass vs Google Password ManagerLastPass pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Google Password Manager

  • There is no standalone desktop app: on a computer, passwords are filled in Chrome or viewed at passwords.google.com.
  • On iPhone and iPad it depends on Chrome being set as the AutoFill provider in the device's settings.
  • With standard encryption Google holds the key to saved passwords. On-device encryption is optional and cannot be removed once set up.
  • If you are signed out of Chrome, saved passwords stay on that device and are not available on your other devices.
Google Password Manager pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Google Password Manager?

The alternatives to Google Password Manager in this directory are Apple Passwords, Bitwarden, Proton Pass, 1Password and LastPass. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Google Password Manager.

Is there a free alternative to Google Password Manager?

Yes. Apple Passwords is free to use. Bitwarden, Proton Pass and LastPass have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Google Password Manager alternatives work on Windows?

The Google Password Manager listing does not include a Windows app. Apple Passwords, Bitwarden, Proton Pass, 1Password and LastPass list one.

Which Google Password Manager alternatives work on macOS?

The Google Password Manager listing does not include a macOS app. Apple Passwords, Bitwarden, Proton Pass, 1Password and LastPass list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Google Password Manager?

Bitwarden and Proton Pass 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 4, 2026 to Oct 5, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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