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Free Keyguard alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

4 of the 5 Keyguard alternatives we track can be used for free (free, open source, or with a free plan). Bitwarden, KeePassDX and Proton Pass rank highest, with facts last verified Nov 8, 2026.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Bitwarden logoBitwardenOpen source$1.65/month, billed annuallyYesWeb, Windows, macOS +54 of 581.7
2KeePassDX logoKeePassDXOpen source—YesAndroid3 of 361.8
3Proton Pass logoProton PassFree plan + paid$2.99 a month for Pass Plus, billed annuallyYesWeb, Windows, macOS +47 of 759.4
4KeePassXC logoKeePassXCFree—YesWindows, macOS, Linux +11 of 357.8
  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

    81.7

    score / 100

    Why switch from Keyguard

    The official Bitwarden apps add iOS and browser extensions and are fully 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 Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    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 Keyguard 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. KeePassDX logo

    2. KeePassDX

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

    Open sourceAndroid

    61.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Keyguard

    A free open-source KeePass app for Android with no premium tier.

    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 ×0.377
    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 KeePassDX a good Keyguard 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)
  3. Proton Pass logo

    3. 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 Keyguard

    An open-source password manager with apps on every platform including iOS and browsers.

    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 Keyguard 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)
  4. KeePassXC logo

    4. KeePassXC

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

    FreeOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Browser extension

    57.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Keyguard

    A mature open-source desktop KeePass app with a browser extension, if you mainly use KDBX files.

    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 ×0.387
    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 Keyguard 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)