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KeePass alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave KeePass: dated Windows interface, and browser autofill and sync need plugins or extra apps. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces KeePass, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. KeeWeb currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Bitwarden logoBitwardenOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +52 of 358.3
2KeePassDX logoKeePassDXOpen sourceYesAndroid3 of 355.3
  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

    58.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from KeePass

    Hosted sync and autofill everywhere, while staying open source.

    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 KeePassDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    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 KeePass 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. KeePassDX logo

    2. KeePassDX

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

    Open sourceAndroid

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from KeePass

    Opens the same database on Android.

    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 ×0.363
    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 KeePassDX a good KeePass alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    License
    GPL-3.0
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platform
    Android
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    File format
    KeePass
    Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best KeePass alternative for…

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

KeeWeb logo

Best KeePass alternative for most people

KeeWeb

Opens KeePass files in a web app or desktop app with cloud-drive sync.

KeePassXC logo

Best KeePass alternative for a free option

KeePassXC

Same KDBX files in a modern, native app for Windows, Mac and Linux.

Strongbox logo

Best KeePass alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Strongbox

Uses your KeePass file on iPhone and Mac.

Bitwarden logo

Best KeePass alternative for open source

Bitwarden

Hosted sync and autofill everywhere, while staying open source.

KeeWeb logo

Best KeePass alternative for self-hosting

KeeWeb

Opens KeePass files in a web app or desktop app with cloud-drive sync.

Enpass logo

Best KeePass alternative for Mac

Enpass

Commercial app that keeps your vault in your own cloud storage.

KeeWeb logo

Best KeePass alternative for Windows

KeeWeb

Opens KeePass files in a web app or desktop app with cloud-drive sync.

KeeWeb logo

Best KeePass alternative for Linux

KeeWeb

Opens KeePass files in a web app or desktop app with cloud-drive sync.

Bitwarden logo

Best KeePass alternative for iPhone and Android

Bitwarden

Hosted sync and autofill everywhere, while staying open source.

KeeWeb logo

Best KeePass alternative for working in the browser

KeeWeb

Opens KeePass files in a web app or desktop app with cloud-drive sync.

KeePass alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to KeePass?

KeeWeb ranks first right now. Opens KeePass files in a web app or desktop app with cloud-drive sync. KeePassXC and Bitwarden follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to KeePass?

Yes. KeeWeb (open source), KeePassXC (free), Bitwarden (open source) 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 KeePass?

Yes: KeeWeb, KeePassXC, Bitwarden and Strongbox, plus 1 more in the list above. KeeWeb and Bitwarden can also be self-hosted.

Which KeePass alternatives work on Linux?

KeeWeb, KeePassXC, Bitwarden and Enpass run on Linux.

Why do people switch from KeePass?

The complaints we hear most: dated Windows interface; browser autofill and sync need plugins or extra apps; no official mobile apps.

How is this list ranked?

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