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KeePassDX alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best KeePassDX 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."
KeePassDX compared with 5 alternatives: KeePassXC, KeePass, KeePassium, Strongbox and Bitwarden.
KeePassDX has a free plan. Paid plans start at $10 one-time for the Pro support version. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| KeePassDXThis tool | Free plan · from $10 one-time | Yes | Android |
| KeePassXC | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension |
| KeePass | Free | Free | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| KeePassium | Free plan · from €19.99/yr | Yes | macOS, iOS |
| Strongbox | Free plan · from $2.99/mo | Yes | macOS, iOS, Browser extension |
| Bitwarden | Free plan · from $1.65/mo | Yes | Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension |
How each one differs from KeePassDX
KeePassXC
Free, open-source offline password manager for desktop
- KeePassXC is free.
- KeePassXC also lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps and a browser extension.
- KeePassXC lists no Android app, which KeePassDX has.
Suits: People who want passwords in a local file instead of an online service
KeePass
Free, open-source password manager for Windows with plugins
- KeePass is free.
- KeePass also lists Windows, Linux and macOS apps.
- KeePass lists no Android app, which KeePassDX has.
- KeePass does not cover passkeys, which KeePassDX does.
Suits: Windows users who want a free password manager that needs no account
KeePassium
KeePass-compatible password manager for iPhone, iPad and Mac
- KeePassium starts at €19.99 per year (Premium).
- KeePassium also lists iOS and macOS apps.
- KeePassium lists no Android app, which KeePassDX has.
- KeePassium can be bought with a one-time purchase.
- KeePassium does not cover passkeys, which KeePassDX does.
Suits: iPhone and Mac users who already keep a KeePass or KeePassXC database
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 iOS and macOS apps and a browser extension.
- Strongbox lists no Android app, which KeePassDX has.
- Strongbox can be bought with a one-time purchase.
Suits: iPhone, iPad and Mac users who keep passwords in KeePass-format files
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 a web app, macOS, Windows, Linux and iOS apps and 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
Limits worth knowing in KeePassDX
- Android only; there is no iPhone, Mac or Windows version from this project.
- There is no built-in sync service, so you move or sync the database file yourself.
- There is no team sharing or admin console, because the vault is a single local file.
- The $10 price comes from a Google Play listing seen on the app's page; the project's own site only mentions tips and donations.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to KeePassDX?
The alternatives to KeePassDX in this directory are KeePassXC, KeePass, KeePassium, Strongbox and Bitwarden. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with KeePassDX.
Is there a free alternative to KeePassDX?
Yes. KeePassXC and KeePass are free to use. KeePassium, Strongbox and Bitwarden have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which KeePassDX alternatives work on Windows?
The KeePassDX listing does not include a Windows app. KeePassXC, KeePass and Bitwarden list one.
Which KeePassDX alternatives work on macOS?
The KeePassDX listing does not include a macOS app. KeePassXC, KeePass, KeePassium, Strongbox and Bitwarden list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 5, 2026 to Nov 12, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.
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