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Strongbox alternatives

Strongbox compared with 5 alternatives: KeePassXC, KeePass, Enpass, Apple Passwords and 1Password.

Strongbox has a free plan. Paid plans start at $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year (Pro, US App Store in-app price). 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
StrongboxThis toolFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS, Browser extension
KeePassXCFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux, Browser extension
KeePassFreeFreemacOS, Windows, Linux
EnpassFree plan · from $23.99/yrYesmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
Apple PasswordsFreeFreemacOS, Windows, iOS, Browser extension
1PasswordFree trial · from $3.99/moTrial onlymacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

How each one differs from Strongbox

  1. KeePassXC

    Free, open-source offline password manager for desktop

    • KeePassXC is free. Strongbox starts at $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year (Pro, US App Store in-app price).
    • Only KeePassXC lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Strongbox lists an iOS app.
    • KeePassXC is open source, according to its own site.
    • Strongbox can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

    KeePassXC vs StrongboxKeePassXC pricing and details

  2. KeePass

    Free, open-source password manager for Windows with plugins

    • KeePass is free. Strongbox starts at $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year (Pro, US App Store in-app price).
    • Only KeePass lists Windows and Linux apps.
    • Only Strongbox lists an iOS app.
    • Only Strongbox lists a browser extension.
    • KeePass is open source, according to its own site.

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

    KeePass vs StrongboxKeePass pricing and details

  3. 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). Strongbox starts at $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year (Pro, US App Store in-app price).
    • Only Enpass 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 StrongboxEnpass pricing and details

  4. Apple Passwords

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

    • Apple Passwords is free. Strongbox starts at $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year (Pro, US App Store in-app price).
    • Only Apple Passwords lists a Windows app.
    • Apple Passwords is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Strongbox can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

    Apple Passwords vs StrongboxApple Passwords pricing and details

  5. 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). Strongbox starts at $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year (Pro, US App Store in-app price).
    • Strongbox has a free plan. 1Password does not, though it has a free trial.
    • Only 1Password lists Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • 1Password is end-to-end encrypted, according to its own site.
    • Strongbox can be bought with a one-time purchase.

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

    1Password vs Strongbox1Password pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Strongbox

  • Strongbox runs on Apple devices only; using the same database elsewhere takes another KeePass-compatible app.
  • The App Store listing does not itemize which features are limited to Pro. It describes the free version as a basic feature set.
  • The source code is published for inspection, but the developers say it does not meet the OSI definition of open source and do not accept contributions.
  • Prices here are from the US App Store; the listing says an upfront purchase option is also described on the Strongbox website.
Strongbox pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Strongbox?

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

Is there a free alternative to Strongbox?

Yes. KeePassXC, KeePass and Apple Passwords are free to use. Enpass has a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Strongbox alternatives work on Windows?

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

Which Strongbox alternatives work on Linux?

The Strongbox listing does not include a Linux app. KeePassXC, KeePass, Enpass and 1Password list one.

Is there an open-source alternative to Strongbox?

KeePassXC and KeePass are described as open source on their own sites.

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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