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KeePassXC alternatives

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

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

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

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
KeePassXCThis toolFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension
KeePassFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
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
Sticky PasswordFree plan · from $29.99/yrYesiOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from KeePassXC

  1. KeePass

    Free, open-source password manager for Windows with plugins

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

    Suits: Windows users who want a free password manager that needs no account

    KeePass vs KeePassXCKeePass 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). KeePassXC is free.
    • Only Strongbox lists an iOS app.
    • Only KeePassXC lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Strongbox can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • KeePassXC is open source, according to its own site.

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

    Strongbox vs KeePassXCStrongbox 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). KeePassXC is free.
    • Only Bitwarden lists a web app.
    • Only Bitwarden lists iOS and Android apps.
    • 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 KeePassXCBitwarden 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). KeePassXC is free.
    • Only Enpass lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Enpass can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • KeePassXC 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 KeePassXCEnpass 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. KeePassXC is free.
    • Only Proton Pass lists a web app.
    • Only Proton Pass lists iOS and Android apps.
    • 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 KeePassXCProton Pass pricing and details

  6. Sticky Password

    Password manager with cloud or Wi-Fi sync and a lifetime license

    • Sticky Password starts at $29.99 per year (Premium, 1 user, US App Store in-app price). KeePassXC is free.
    • Only Sticky Password lists iOS and Android apps.
    • Only KeePassXC lists macOS, Windows and Linux apps.
    • Sticky Password can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • KeePassXC is open source, according to its own site.

    Suits: People who want to sync passwords over local Wi-Fi without a cloud

    Sticky Password vs KeePassXCSticky Password pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in KeePassXC

  • There is no mobile app. The team points to third-party KeePass-compatible apps such as KeePassDX on Android and Strongbox on iOS.
  • Cloud sync is not built in: you place the database file in a service such as Dropbox, Google Drive or Nextcloud yourself.
  • KeePass 2 plugins are not supported, and the team says they probably never will be.
  • The current downloads target macOS 12 or later and 64-bit Windows 10 or 11; older systems need legacy builds.
KeePassXC pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to KeePassXC?

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

Is there a free alternative to KeePassXC?

Yes. KeePass is free to use. Strongbox, Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and Sticky Password have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which KeePassXC alternatives work on Android?

The KeePassXC listing does not include an Android app. Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and Sticky Password list one.

Which KeePassXC alternatives work on iOS?

The KeePassXC listing does not include an iOS app. Strongbox, Bitwarden, Enpass, Proton Pass and Sticky Password list one.

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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