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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
1KeeWeb logoKeeWebOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 462.6
2KeePassXC logoKeePassXCFreeYesWindows, macOS, Linux +11 of 361.8
3Bitwarden logoBitwardenOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +52 of 358.3
  1. KeeWeb logo

    1. KeeWebTop pick

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

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

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from KeePass

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

    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 ×0.387
    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 KeeWeb a good KeePass alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free, no limits
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Compatibility
    KeePass files
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop apps
    macOS, Windows, Linux
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Cloud sync
    Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, WebDAV
    Checked Oct 25, 2026keeweb.info(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 KeePass

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

    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 KeePass 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 Oct 24, 2026keepassxc.org(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Bitwarden logo

    3. Bitwarden

    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)

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.