1Password alternatives: 9 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave 1Password: no free plan, and not open source. We ranked 9 alternatives by how directly each one replaces 1Password, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Bitwarden currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Bitwarden	Open source	Yes	Web, Windows, macOS +5	2 of 3	65.3
2	Proton Pass	Free plan + paid	Yes	Web, Windows, macOS +4	3 of 3	64.8
3	LastPass	Free plan + paid	No	Web, Windows, macOS +3	2 of 3	55.9
4	Dashlane	Paid	No	Web, Browser extension, iOS +1	4 of 4	40.0
5	Keeper	Paid	No	Windows, macOS, Linux +4	4 of 4	40.0
6	Apple Passwords	Free	No	macOS, iOS, Windows +1	4 of 4	40.0
7	Strongbox	Free plan + paid	Yes	iOS, macOS	5 of 5	40.0
8	NordPass	Free plan + paid	No	Windows, macOS, Linux +4	0 of 0	29.5

1. BitwardenTop pick
Best for: Anyone who wants a free, open-source password manager
Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension, Self-hosted
65.3
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Free on unlimited devices, open source and self-hostable.
Pros
Free on unlimited devices
Open source and audited
Can be self-hosted
Cons
Interface is less polished than 1Password
Some features require Premium
Visit Bitwarden Compare with 1Password Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.3100
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1577
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Bitwarden a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
2 of 3 verified
Free plan
Yes, unlimited devices
Not checked yetbitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
Open source
Yes
Checked Oct 24, 2026bitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
Self-hosting
Yes
Checked Oct 24, 2026bitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
2. Proton Pass
Best for: Privacy-focused users who want email aliases built in
Free plan + paidOpen sourceWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
64.8
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Free plan with built-in email aliases and open-source apps.
Pros
Built-in hide-my-email aliases
Open source and audited
Free plan with unlimited devices
Cons
Younger than established managers
Some features only in Proton bundles
Visit Proton Pass Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.387
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.15100
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Proton Pass a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
3 of 3 verified
Free plan
Yes
Checked Oct 24, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
Email aliases
Built in
Checked Oct 24, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
End-to-end encryption
Yes
Checked Oct 24, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
3. LastPass
Best for: Existing users who prefer its familiar browser-based workflow
Free plan + paidWeb, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Browser extension
55.9
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Familiar browser-based manager with a free tier.
Pros
Familiar browser-extension workflow
Dark web monitoring
Family and business sharing
Cons
2022 security incidents hurt trust
Free plan limited to one device type
Visit LastPass Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.369
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1577
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is LastPass a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
2 of 3 verified
Free plan
Yes, one device type
Not checked yetlastpass.com(opens source in a new tab)
Dark web monitoring
Yes
Checked Oct 24, 2026lastpass.com(opens source in a new tab)
Security incident
Disclosed in 2022
Checked Oct 24, 2026blog.lastpass.com(opens source in a new tab)
4. Dashlane
Best for: People and companies who want a guided, paid manager with phishing alerts and extras built in
PaidWeb, Browser extension, iOS, Android
40.0
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Similar polished, paid experience with phishing alerts and a VPN bundled into personal plans.
Pros
Clean apps and reliable autofill across browsers
Phishing and scam warnings at the point of login
VPN included with personal Premium and Family plans
Strong business admin tools with SSO and SCIM
Cons
No free plan any more, only a trial
No native desktop app, browser extension only on computers
Pricier than most rivals for individuals
Visit Dashlane Compare with 1Password Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.312
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Dashlane a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Free trial
14 days
Checked Oct 25, 2026dashlane.com(opens source in a new tab)
Family plan
Up to 10 accounts
Checked Oct 25, 2026dashlane.com(opens source in a new tab)
VPN
Included via Hotspot Shield (Premium, Family)
Checked Oct 25, 2026dashlane.com(opens source in a new tab)
Business integrations
SSO and SCIM
Checked Oct 25, 2026dashlane.com(opens source in a new tab)
5. Keeper
Best for: Businesses and families who want strong admin controls and enterprise identity integrations
PaidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Browser extension
40.0
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Comparable business features with SSO, SCIM and privileged access options.
Pros
Deep business features including SSO, SCIM and privileged access
Native apps on every major platform
Family plan includes five vaults and shared file storage
Cons
Useful extras like dark-web monitoring cost more as add-ons
Interface feels busier than simpler rivals
No permanent free plan
Visit Keeper Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.312
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Keeper a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Free trial
30 days
Checked Oct 25, 2026keepersecurity.com(opens source in a new tab)
Family plan
5 vaults
Checked Oct 25, 2026keepersecurity.com(opens source in a new tab)
Devices
Unlimited
Checked Oct 25, 2026keepersecurity.com(opens source in a new tab)
Enterprise provisioning
SCIM, AD/LDAP, SSO/SAML
Checked Oct 25, 2026keepersecurity.com(opens source in a new tab)
6. Apple Passwords
Best for: People who mainly use Apple devices and want a free manager built into the system
FreemacOS, iOS, Windows, Browser extension
40.0
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Free and built into Apple devices if you only use iPhone and Mac.
Pros
Free and built into every recent Apple device
Handles passkeys, Wi-Fi passwords and verification codes
Shared Groups make family sharing simple
Cons
No Android app, and Windows support is limited
Fewer item types and export options than dedicated managers
No business admin features
Visit Apple Passwords Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.312
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Apple Passwords a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
4 of 4 verified
Requires
iOS 18, iPadOS 18 or macOS Sequoia
Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
Verification codes
Yes
Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
Sharing
Shared Groups
Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
Windows
iCloud Passwords app and browser extensions
Checked Oct 25, 2026support.apple.com(opens source in a new tab)
7. Strongbox
Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want a native app for KeePass files they control
Free plan + paidOpen sourceiOS, macOS
40.0
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Keeps your vault in an open KeePass file on iPhone and Mac instead of a hosted account.
Pros
Native AutoFill and Face ID integration on iOS and macOS
Works with open KeePass and Password Safe files
Lifetime licence option instead of a subscription
Cons
Apple platforms only
Sync depends on the storage provider you configure
Free version lacks some convenience features
Visit Strongbox Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.312
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Strongbox a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
5 of 5 verified
Yearly price
$24.99/year
Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
Lifetime licence
$124.99 one-time
Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
Free version
Yes, non-commercial use
Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
License
AGPL-3.0
Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
Platforms
iPhone, iPad and Mac
Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab)
8. NordPass
Best for: Budget-conscious individuals and teams who want a simple commercial manager
Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Browser extension
29.5
score / 100
Why switch from 1Password
Cheaper commercial manager with a free tier and simple apps.
Pros
Low prices, especially on multi-year plans
Simple, uncluttered apps on all major platforms
Business plans with SSO and an admin panel
Cons
Free plan only allows one active device at a time
Best prices require long upfront commitments
Fewer advanced options than 1Password or Bitwarden
Visit NordPass Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.312
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1515
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is NordPass a good 1Password alternative?
Verified facts
0 of 0 verified
No sourced facts yet.

The best 1Password alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Best 1Password alternative for most people

Bitwarden

Free on unlimited devices, open source and self-hostable.

Best 1Password alternative for a free option

KeePassXC

Free, offline password database with no account at all.

Best 1Password alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Proton Pass

Free plan with built-in email aliases and open-source apps.

Best 1Password alternative for open source

Strongbox

Keeps your vault in an open KeePass file on iPhone and Mac instead of a hosted account.

Best 1Password alternative for self-hosting

Bitwarden

Free on unlimited devices, open source and self-hostable.

Best 1Password alternative for Mac

LastPass

Familiar browser-based manager with a free tier.

Best 1Password alternative for Windows

Keeper

Comparable business features with SSO, SCIM and privileged access options.

Best 1Password alternative for Linux

NordPass

Cheaper commercial manager with a free tier and simple apps.

Best 1Password alternative for iPhone and Android

Dashlane

Similar polished, paid experience with phishing alerts and a VPN bundled into personal plans.

Best 1Password alternative for working in the browser

Bitwarden

Free on unlimited devices, open source and self-hostable.

1Password alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to 1Password?

Bitwarden ranks first right now. Free on unlimited devices, open source and self-hostable. Proton Pass and LastPass follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to 1Password?

Yes. Bitwarden (open source), Proton Pass (free plan + paid), LastPass (free plan + paid) and KeePassXC (free) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to 1Password?

Yes: Bitwarden, Proton Pass, KeePassXC and Strongbox. Bitwarden can also be self-hosted.

Which 1Password alternatives work on Linux?

Bitwarden, Proton Pass, KeePassXC, Keeper and NordPass run on Linux.

Why do people switch from 1Password?

The complaints we hear most: no free plan; not open source.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces 1Password, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.

Quick comparison

1. BitwardenTop pick

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2. Proton Pass

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3. LastPass

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4. Dashlane

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5. Keeper

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6. Apple Passwords

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7. Strongbox

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8. NordPass

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The best 1Password alternative for…

Best 1Password alternative for most people

Best 1Password alternative for a free option

Best 1Password alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Best 1Password alternative for open source

Best 1Password alternative for self-hosting

Best 1Password alternative for Mac

Best 1Password alternative for Windows

Best 1Password alternative for Linux

Best 1Password alternative for iPhone and Android

Best 1Password alternative for working in the browser

1Password alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to 1Password?

Is there a free alternative to 1Password?

Is there an open-source alternative to 1Password?

Which 1Password alternatives work on Linux?

Why do people switch from 1Password?

How is this list ranked?