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Passbolt alternatives

Passbolt compared with 5 alternatives: Bitwarden, Keeper, KeePass, 1Password and Zoho Vault.

Passbolt has a free plan. Paid plans start at $4.90 per user / month, billed annually (Pro, 10-user minimum). 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
PassboltThis toolFree plan · from $4.90/moYesWeb, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
BitwardenFree plan · from $1.65/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
KeeperFree plan · from $3.58/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
KeePassFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
1PasswordFree trial · from $3.99/moTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Zoho VaultFree plan · from $0.90/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from Passbolt

  1. 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). Passbolt starts at $4.90 per user / month, billed annually (Pro, 10-user minimum).
    • Only Bitwarden lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Bitwarden also covers passkeys.

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

    Bitwarden vs PassboltBitwarden pricing and details

  2. Keeper

    Password manager with personal, family and business plans

    • Keeper starts at $3.58 per month, billed annually at $42.99 (Personal). Passbolt starts at $4.90 per user / month, billed annually (Pro, 10-user minimum).
    • Only Keeper lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Passbolt is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.
    • Keeper also covers passkeys.

    Suits: Individuals and families who want native apps on every desktop and mobile platform

    Keeper vs PassboltKeeper pricing and details

  3. KeePass

    Free, open-source password manager for Windows with plugins

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

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

    KeePass vs PassboltKeePass 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). Passbolt starts at $4.90 per user / month, billed annually (Pro, 10-user minimum).
    • Passbolt has a free plan. 1Password does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 1Password lists macOS and Linux apps.
    • Only Passbolt lists a web app.
    • Passbolt is open source and self-hostable, according to its own site.

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

    1Password vs Passbolt1Password pricing and details

  5. Zoho Vault

    Password manager for teams with a free plan for individuals

    • Zoho Vault starts at $0.90 per user / month, billed annually (Standard). Passbolt starts at $4.90 per user / month, billed annually (Pro, 10-user minimum).
    • Only Zoho Vault lists a macOS app.
    • Passbolt is open source, self-hostable and end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Zoho Vault also covers passkeys.

    Suits: Individuals who want an unlimited free plan on all their devices

    Zoho Vault vs PassboltZoho Vault pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Passbolt

  • Every paid plan has a 10-user minimum, and there is no paid plan aimed at individuals.
  • The free Community Edition has to be installed and maintained on your own server and comes with community support only.
  • The browser extension is required to use Passbolt, the desktop app is listed for Windows only and offline mode is labeled beta.
  • Single sign-on, LDAP provisioning, account recovery and the activity log are not part of the Community Edition.
Passbolt pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Passbolt?

The alternatives to Passbolt in this directory are Bitwarden, Keeper, KeePass, 1Password and Zoho Vault. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Passbolt.

Is there a free alternative to Passbolt?

Yes. KeePass is free to use. Bitwarden, Keeper and Zoho Vault have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Passbolt alternatives work on macOS?

The Passbolt listing does not include a macOS app. Bitwarden, Keeper, KeePass, 1Password and Zoho Vault list one.

Which Passbolt alternatives work on Linux?

The Passbolt listing does not include a Linux app. Bitwarden, Keeper, KeePass and 1Password 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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