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Secrets alternatives

As of Nov 13, 2026, the highest-graded Secrets alternative is Apple Passwords (3.4 GPA). It's also the best free one.

Secrets compared with 5 alternatives: Strongbox, Apple Passwords, 1Password, Enpass and KeePassium.

Secrets is a paid product with a free trial, starting at $2.99 per month, or $29.99 per year. 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.

Listings checked up to Nov 13, 2026 · Where the facts come from

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At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
SecretsThis toolFree trial · from $2.99/moTrial onlymacOS, iOS, Browser extension
StrongboxFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS, Browser extension
Apple PasswordsFreeFreemacOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension
1PasswordFree trial · from $3.99/moTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
EnpassFree plan · from $23.99/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
KeePassiumFree plan · from €19.99/yrYesmacOS, iOS

Price against what you get

Secrets starts at $2.50 a month when paid by the year and scores 2.3 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 3 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Strongbox, Apple Passwords and Enpass.

1Password scores higher without starting lower. KeePassium starts lower without scoring higher.

Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged

D1.0C2.0B3.0A4.0Free$0.5$1$2$5$10$20More for lessCosts more, scores moreCosts less, scores lessCosts more, scores lessSecretsStrongboxApple Passwords1PasswordEnpassKeePassium

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
The full chart of password managers, and the best at every price

How each one differs from Secrets

  1. 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 has a free plan, which Secrets lacks.

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

    Strongbox vs SecretsStrongbox pricing and details

  2. Apple Passwords

    Apple's free password and passkey app for iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • Apple Passwords is free.
    • Apple Passwords has a free plan, which Secrets lacks.
    • Apple Passwords also lists a Windows app.
    • Apple Passwords is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

    Suits: People whose devices are all Apple and who want a password manager at no cost

    Apple Passwords vs SecretsApple Passwords pricing and details

  3. 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).
    • 1Password also lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • 1Password is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.

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

    1Password vs Secrets1Password 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).
    • Enpass has a free plan, which Secrets lacks.
    • Enpass also lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.

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

    Enpass vs SecretsEnpass pricing and details

  5. KeePassium

    KeePass-compatible password manager for iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • KeePassium starts at €19.99 per year (Premium).
    • KeePassium has a free plan, which Secrets lacks.
    • KeePassium lists no browser extension, which Secrets has.
    • KeePassium is open source, according to its own site.
    • KeePassium does not cover passkeys, which Secrets does.

    Suits: iPhone and Mac users who already keep a KeePass or KeePassXC database

    KeePassium vs SecretsKeePassium pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Secrets

  • There are no Windows or Android apps; on those systems a browser extension can request logins from Secrets on an iPhone or iPad.
  • Editing is locked after the 7-day trial until you buy it or subscribe; sharing is a separate purchase unless you bundle it or subscribe.
  • Invited sharers get read-only access unless they also hold an editing purchase or subscription.
  • The App Store listing also shows promotional purchase prices of $44.99 for Editing and $29.99 for Sharing.
Secrets pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Secrets?

The alternatives to Secrets in this directory are Strongbox, Apple Passwords, 1Password, Enpass and KeePassium. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Secrets.

Is there a free alternative to Secrets?

Yes. Apple Passwords is free to use. Strongbox, Enpass and KeePassium have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Secrets alternatives work on Windows?

The Secrets listing does not include a Windows app. Apple Passwords, 1Password and Enpass list one.

Which Secrets alternatives work on Linux?

The Secrets listing does not include a Linux app. 1Password and Enpass list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Secrets?

KeePassium is described as open source on its own site.

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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