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Buttercup alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll password managers

Top picks

  • Bitwarden logo

    Best overall

    Bitwarden

    Premium plan: $1.65/month, billed annually

  • KeePassXC logo

    Best free option

    KeePassXC

    Free

  • KeeWeb logo

    Best open source

    KeeWeb

    Open source

Common reasons people leave Buttercup: discontinued: no more security updates or bug fixes, and no sharing or team features. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Buttercup, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Bitwarden currently ranks first.

Buttercup has been discontinued. The project announced its closure and archived its repositories in June 2025, according to the Buttercup README on GitHub.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Bitwarden logoBitwardenOpen source$1.65/month, billed annuallyYesWeb, Windows, macOS +54 of 577.7
2KeePassXC logoKeePassXCFree—YesWindows, macOS, Linux +11 of 361.8
3KeeWeb logoKeeWebOpen source—YesWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 461.8
4KeePassDX logoKeePassDXOpen source—YesAndroid3 of 359.4
5KeePassium logoKeePassiumFree plan + paid€19.99 a year (Premium)YesiOS, macOS8 of 857.5
6Proton Pass logoProton PassFree plan + paid$2.99 a month for Pass Plus, billed annuallyYesWeb, Windows, macOS +47 of 755.9
  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

    77.7

    score / 100

    Why switch from Buttercup

    Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform.

    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) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.1586
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Bitwarden a good Buttercup alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 5 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, unlimited devices
    Not checked yetbitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium plan
    $1.65/month, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Families plan
    $3.99/month, billed annually (up to 6 users)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026bitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. KeePassXC logo

    2. KeePassXC

    Best for: Users who want a fully offline password manager with no account

    FreeOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Browser extension

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Buttercup

    Free, open source and account-free, with a vault file you sync any way you like.

    Pros

    • Free and open source
    • Fully offline, no account
    • Hardware key support

    Cons

    • You manage syncing yourself
    • No official mobile apps
    Visit KeePassXC Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1553
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is KeePassXC a good Buttercup alternative?

    Verified facts

    1 of 3 verified
    Price
    Free
    Not checked yetkeepassxc.org(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Not checked yetgithub.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Storage
    Local encrypted file
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassxc.org(opens source in a new tab)
  3. KeeWeb logo

    3. KeeWeb

    Best for: KeePass users who want one client for the browser and the desktop

    Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, Self-hosted

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Buttercup

    Open-source KeePass-compatible app that also syncs vaults through Dropbox or WebDAV.

    Pros

    • Works in the browser with no installation
    • Opens files from Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive or WebDAV
    • Free, with no paid tier at all

    Cons

    • Releases have been rare in recent years
    • No mobile apps
    • No built-in browser autofill extension
    Visit KeeWeb Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 KeeWeb a good Buttercup alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free, no limits
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Compatibility
    KeePass files
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop apps
    macOS, Windows, Linux
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Cloud sync
    Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, WebDAV
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
  4. KeePassDX logo

    4. KeePassDX

    Best for: Android users who keep their passwords in a KeePass database

    Open sourceAndroid

    59.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Buttercup

    Free open-source KeePass app for Android to pair with a desktop KeePass client.

    Pros

    • Free and open source with no account
    • Integrates with Android autofill
    • Edits the same files used by desktop KeePass apps

    Cons

    • Android only
    • Sync between devices is up to you
    • Fewer convenience features than hosted managers
    Visit KeePassDX 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 KeePassDX a good Buttercup alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platform
    Android
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    File format
    KeePass
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. KeePassium logo

    5. KeePassium

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

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceiOS, macOS

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Buttercup

    KeePass-format manager for iPhone and iPad that opens vaults from cloud drives.

    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 ×0.363
    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 KeePassium a good Buttercup alternative?

    Verified facts

    8 of 8 verified
    Free plan
    Yes, one database
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Premium price
    €19.99/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime licence
    €79.99 once
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business price
    €36 per user/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    iOS and macOS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    €19.99 a year (Premium)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lifetime price
    €79.99 once (Pro)
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business plan
    €36 per user/year
    Checked Nov 8, 2026keepassium.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. Proton Pass logo

    6. Proton Pass

    Best for: Privacy-focused users who want email aliases built in

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceWeb, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    55.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Buttercup

    Open-source apps with end-to-end encrypted sync and a usable free plan.

    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 ×0.357
    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 Buttercup alternative?

    Verified facts

    7 of 7 verified
    Free plan
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Email aliases
    Built in
    Checked Nov 8, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    End-to-end encryption
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $2.99 a month for Pass Plus, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Pass Family plan
    $4.99 a month, billed $59.88 every 12 months
    Checked Nov 8, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Proton Unlimited plan
    $9.99 a month, billed $119.88 every 12 months
    Checked Nov 8, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    30 days
    Checked Nov 8, 2026proton.me(opens source in a new tab)

The best Buttercup alternative for…

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

Bitwarden logo

Best Buttercup alternative for most people

Bitwarden

Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform.

KeePassXC logo

Best Buttercup alternative for a free option

KeePassXC

Free, open source and account-free, with a vault file you sync any way you like.

KeePassium logo

Best Buttercup alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

KeePassium

KeePass-format manager for iPhone and iPad that opens vaults from cloud drives.

KeeWeb logo

Best Buttercup alternative for open source

KeeWeb

Open-source KeePass-compatible app that also syncs vaults through Dropbox or WebDAV.

Bitwarden logo

Best Buttercup alternative for self-hosting

Bitwarden

Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform.

Proton Pass logo

Best Buttercup alternative for Mac

Proton Pass

Open-source apps with end-to-end encrypted sync and a usable free plan.

Bitwarden logo

Best Buttercup alternative for Windows

Bitwarden

Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform.

Bitwarden logo

Best Buttercup alternative for Linux

Bitwarden

Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform.

Bitwarden logo

Best Buttercup alternative for iPhone and Android

Bitwarden

Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform.

Bitwarden logo

Best Buttercup alternative for working in the browser

Bitwarden

Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform.

Buttercup alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Buttercup?

Bitwarden ranks first right now. Open-source manager with free hosted sync across every platform. KeePassXC and KeeWeb follow it in our ranking.

Buttercup vs Bitwarden: what's the difference?

Both Buttercup and Bitwarden are free and open source. Only Bitwarden runs on Web.

Is Buttercup free?

Buttercup is free and open source.

How much do Buttercup alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Buttercup alternatives: Bitwarden, $1.65/month, billed annually; KeePassium, €19.99 a year (Premium); Proton Pass, $2.99 a month for Pass Plus, billed annually. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Buttercup?

Yes. Bitwarden (open source), KeePassXC (free), KeeWeb (open source) and KeePassDX (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Buttercup?

Yes: Bitwarden, KeePassXC, KeeWeb and KeePassDX, plus 2 more in the list above. Bitwarden and KeeWeb can also be self-hosted.

Which Buttercup alternatives work on Linux?

Bitwarden, KeePassXC, KeeWeb and Proton Pass run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Buttercup?

The complaints we hear most: discontinued: no more security updates or bug fixes; no sharing or team features; sync depended on third-party cloud storage being set up correctly.

How is this list ranked?

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