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Dashlane alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Dashlane: no free plan any more, only a trial, and no native desktop app, browser extension only on computers. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Dashlane, 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 357.5
  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 Dashlane

    Open source with a generous free plan, for far less than Dashlane Premium.

    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 Dashlane 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

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Dashlane

    Privacy-focused manager with a free tier and email aliases built in.

    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 ×0.363
    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 Proton Pass a good Dashlane 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)

The best Dashlane alternative for…

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

1Password logo

Best Dashlane alternative for most people

1Password

Similar polish and family sharing, with full desktop apps on Mac, Windows and Linux.

Bitwarden logo

Best Dashlane alternative for a free option

Bitwarden

Open source with a generous free plan, for far less than Dashlane Premium.

Proton Pass logo

Best Dashlane alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Proton Pass

Privacy-focused manager with a free tier and email aliases built in.

Bitwarden logo

Best Dashlane alternative for open source

Bitwarden

Open source with a generous free plan, for far less than Dashlane Premium.

Bitwarden logo

Best Dashlane alternative for self-hosting

Bitwarden

Open source with a generous free plan, for far less than Dashlane Premium.

Keeper logo

Best Dashlane alternative for Mac

Keeper

Another premium manager with strong business controls and a family plan.

RoboForm logo

Best Dashlane alternative for Windows

RoboForm

Keeps a free single-device plan and costs much less per year.

NordPass logo

Best Dashlane alternative for Linux

NordPass

Cheaper subscription from a VPN company, if bundled security services appeal.

1Password logo

Best Dashlane alternative for iPhone and Android

1Password

Similar polish and family sharing, with full desktop apps on Mac, Windows and Linux.

Bitwarden logo

Best Dashlane alternative for working in the browser

Bitwarden

Open source with a generous free plan, for far less than Dashlane Premium.

Dashlane alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Dashlane?

1Password ranks first right now. Similar polish and family sharing, with full desktop apps on Mac, Windows and Linux. Bitwarden and Keeper follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Dashlane?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Dashlane?

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

Which Dashlane alternatives work on Linux?

1Password, Bitwarden, Keeper, Proton Pass and RoboForm run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Dashlane?

The complaints we hear most: no free plan any more, only a trial; no native desktop app, browser extension only on computers; pricier than most rivals for individuals.

How is this list ranked?

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