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Apple Passwords alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Apple Passwords: no Android app, and Windows support is limited, and fewer item types and export options than dedicated managers. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Apple Passwords, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. 1Password currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Bitwarden logoBitwardenOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +52 of 361.3
2Proton Pass logoProton PassFree plan + paidYesWeb, Windows, macOS +43 of 359.4
3Strongbox logoStrongboxFree plan + paidYesiOS, macOS5 of 555.3
4KeePassium logoKeePassiumFree plan + paidYesiOS, macOS5 of 553.6
  1. Bitwarden logo

    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

    61.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Passwords

    Free cross-platform option if you also use Android or Linux.

    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 Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    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 Apple Passwords 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 logo

    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

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Passwords

    Cross-platform and privacy-focused, with email aliases.

    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 ×0.369
    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 Apple Passwords 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. Strongbox logo

    3. Strongbox

    Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want a native app for KeePass files they control

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceiOS, macOS

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Passwords

    Apple-native app that keeps your vault in an open KeePass file.

    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 ×0.363
    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 Apple Passwords 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)
  4. KeePassium logo

    4. KeePassium

    Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want to use KeePass files with system AutoFill

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceiOS, macOS

    53.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Apple Passwords

    KeePass-format manager for iPhone and Mac with offline files.

    Pros

    • Free version is usable for one database
    • Works with any Files-app storage provider
    • Lifetime licence option and an Intune-ready business edition

    Cons

    • Apple platforms only
    • Multiple databases require Premium
    • Sync relies on your chosen storage provider
    Visit KeePassium Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    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 KeePassium a good Apple Passwords alternative?

    Verified facts

    5 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    €0, one database
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium price
    €19.99/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime licence
    €79.99 once
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business price
    €36 per user/year
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS and macOS
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Apple Passwords alternative for…

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

1Password logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for most people

1Password

Works equally well on Android and Windows, with richer sharing.

Bitwarden logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for a free option

Bitwarden

Free cross-platform option if you also use Android or Linux.

Proton Pass logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Proton Pass

Cross-platform and privacy-focused, with email aliases.

Strongbox logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for open source

Strongbox

Apple-native app that keeps your vault in an open KeePass file.

Bitwarden logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for self-hosting

Bitwarden

Free cross-platform option if you also use Android or Linux.

Go

Best Apple Passwords alternative for Mac

Google Password Manager

The free built-in equivalent for Chrome and Android users.

1Password logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for Windows

1Password

Works equally well on Android and Windows, with richer sharing.

1Password logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for Linux

1Password

Works equally well on Android and Windows, with richer sharing.

1Password logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for iPhone and Android

1Password

Works equally well on Android and Windows, with richer sharing.

Bitwarden logo

Best Apple Passwords alternative for working in the browser

Bitwarden

Free cross-platform option if you also use Android or Linux.

Apple Passwords alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Apple Passwords?

1Password ranks first right now. Works equally well on Android and Windows, with richer sharing. Bitwarden and Google Password Manager follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Apple Passwords?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Apple Passwords?

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

Which Apple Passwords alternatives work on Linux?

1Password, Bitwarden, Google Password Manager and Proton Pass run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Apple Passwords?

The complaints we hear most: no Android app, and Windows support is limited; fewer item types and export options than dedicated managers; no business admin features.

How is this list ranked?

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