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KeePass alternatives

KeePass compared with 6 alternatives: KeePassXC, Strongbox, Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and 1 more.

KeePass is free to use. All 6 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

6 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
KeePassThis toolFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
KeePassXCFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension
StrongboxFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS, Browser extension
BitwardenFree plan · from $1.65/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
EnpassFree plan · from $23.99/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Proton PassFree plan · from $2.99/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
PassboltFree plan · from $4.90/moYesWeb, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from KeePass

  1. KeePassXC

    Free, open-source offline password manager for desktop

    • KeePassXC is free. KeePass is free.
    • Only KeePassXC lists a browser extension.
    • KeePassXC also covers passkeys.

    Suits: People who want passwords in a local file instead of an online service

    KeePassXC vs KeePassKeePassXC pricing and details

  2. 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). KeePass is free.
    • Only Strongbox lists an iOS app.
    • Only Strongbox lists a browser extension.
    • Only KeePass lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Strongbox can be bought with a one-time purchase.

    Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac users who keep passwords in KeePass-format files

    Strongbox vs KeePassStrongbox pricing and details

  3. 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). KeePass is free.
    • Only Bitwarden lists a web app.
    • Only Bitwarden lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Bitwarden lists a browser extension.
    • Bitwarden is 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 KeePassBitwarden pricing and details

  4. 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). KeePass is free.
    • Only Enpass lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Enpass lists a browser extension.
    • Enpass can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • KeePass is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want their vault in their own cloud account, not on a vendor's servers

    Enpass vs KeePassEnpass pricing and details

  5. 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. KeePass is free.
    • Only Proton Pass lists a web app.
    • Only Proton Pass lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Proton Pass lists a browser extension.
    • Proton Pass is 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 KeePassProton Pass pricing and details

  6. Passbolt

    Open-source password manager for teams, self-hosted or cloud

    • Passbolt starts at $4.90 per user / month, billed annually (Pro, 10-user minimum). KeePass is free.
    • Only Passbolt lists a web app.
    • Only Passbolt lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only Passbolt lists a browser extension.
    • Only KeePass lists Linux and macOS apps.

    Suits: Technical teams that want to self-host an open-source password manager

    Passbolt vs KeePassPassbolt pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in KeePass

  • The official program is built for Windows. On Linux and macOS it runs through Mono, and the Android and iOS apps are unofficial contributed ports.
  • There is no hosted sync service: you keep copies of the database in step yourself, for example through a cloud-storage folder.
  • Extras such as Windows Hello unlock, one-time-password keys and additional ciphers rely on third-party plugins.
  • KeePass 1.x is in maintenance only; the site says to use 2.x if in doubt.
KeePass pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to KeePass?

The alternatives to KeePass in this directory are KeePassXC, Strongbox, Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and Passbolt. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with KeePass.

Is there a free alternative to KeePass?

Yes. KeePassXC is free to use. Strongbox, Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and Passbolt have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which KeePass alternatives work on Android?

The KeePass listing does not include an Android app. Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and Passbolt list one.

Which KeePass alternatives work on iOS?

The KeePass listing does not include an iOS app. Strongbox, Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and Passbolt list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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