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Kee Vault alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Kee Vault alternative for most people is Bitwarden (3.8 GPA), first in our ranking of password managers. It's also the best free one. The catch, in its listing's words: "Free for 1 user."
Kee Vault compared with 5 alternatives: KeePassXC, KeePassium, KeePassDX, Bitwarden and Proton Pass.
Kee Vault has a free plan. Paid plans start at £20 per year (Supporter subscription). All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kee VaultThis tool | Free plan · from £20/yr | Yes | Web, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| KeePassXC | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension |
| KeePassium | Free plan · from €19.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| KeePassDX | Free plan · from $10 one-time | Yes | Android |
| Bitwarden | Free plan · from $1.65/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
| Proton Pass | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
Price against what you get
Kee Vault starts at about $2.23 a month and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 4 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: Bitwarden.
Proton Pass scores higher without starting lower. KeePassXC and KeePassium 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 Kee Vault
KeePassXC
Free, open-source offline password manager for desktop
- KeePassXC is free.
- KeePassXC also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- KeePassXC lists no web app and iOS and Android apps, which Kee Vault has.
- KeePassXC also covers passkeys.
Suits: People who want passwords in a local file instead of an online service
KeePassium
KeePass-compatible password manager for iPhone, iPad and Mac
- KeePassium starts at €19.99 per year (Premium).
- KeePassium also lists a macOS app.
- KeePassium lists no web app, Android app and browser extension, which Kee Vault has.
- KeePassium can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: iPhone and Mac users who already keep a KeePass or KeePassXC database
KeePassDX
Open-source Android app for local KeePass password and passkey vaults
- KeePassDX starts at $10 one-time for the Pro support version.
- KeePassDX lists no web app, iOS app and browser extension, which Kee Vault has.
- KeePassDX also covers passkeys.
Suits: Android users who want a vault file they control, with no account
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).
- Bitwarden also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Bitwarden is self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Bitwarden also covers passkeys.
Suits: People who want a free password manager on unlimited devices
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.
- Proton Pass also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
- Proton Pass is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
- Proton Pass also covers passkeys.
Suits: People who want a free password manager with unlimited logins and devices
Limits worth knowing in Kee Vault
- The free app does not sync to a remote server or work with the desktop browser extension.
- The vault is limited to 10 MB and attached files to about 250 KB each.
- The pricing page does not offer refunds on partly used subscriptions.
- Its pricing page says the £20 price was written in 2023 and may vary by where you buy.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Kee Vault?
The alternatives to Kee Vault in this directory are KeePassXC, KeePassium, KeePassDX, Bitwarden and Proton Pass. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Kee Vault.
Is there a free alternative to Kee Vault?
Yes. KeePassXC is free to use. KeePassium, KeePassDX, Bitwarden and Proton Pass have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Kee Vault alternatives work on Windows?
The Kee Vault listing does not include a Windows app. KeePassXC, Bitwarden and Proton Pass list one.
Which Kee Vault alternatives work on macOS?
The Kee Vault listing does not include a macOS app. KeePassXC, KeePassium, Bitwarden and Proton Pass list one.
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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