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MacPass alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 29, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave MacPass: macOS only; you need other KeePass apps on Windows, Linux or phones, and no built-in sync service; you sync the file yourself. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces MacPass, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Bitwarden currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Bitwarden logoBitwardenOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +52 of 370.9
2KeePassXC logoKeePassXCFreeYesWindows, macOS, Linux +11 of 361.8
3KeeWeb logoKeeWebOpen sourceYesWeb, Windows, macOS +24 of 457.5
  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

    70.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from MacPass

    Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.

    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 ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.1577
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Bitwarden a good MacPass 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 29, 2026bitwarden.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Checked Oct 29, 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 MacPass

    Cross-platform KeePass client with an official browser extension and the same 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 ×0.3100
    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 MacPass 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 29, 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

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from MacPass

    Free KeePass-compatible app that also runs in the browser and on Windows and Linux.

    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 ×0.363
    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 KeeWeb a good MacPass alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Price
    Free, no limits
    Checked Oct 29, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Compatibility
    KeePass files
    Checked Oct 29, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Desktop apps
    macOS, Windows, Linux
    Checked Oct 29, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)
    Cloud sync
    Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, WebDAV
    Checked Oct 29, 2026keeweb.info(opens source in a new tab)

The best MacPass alternative for…

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

Bitwarden logo

Best MacPass alternative for most people

Bitwarden

Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.

KeePassXC logo

Best MacPass alternative for a free option

KeePassXC

Cross-platform KeePass client with an official browser extension and the same KDBX files.

Strongbox logo

Best MacPass alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Strongbox

KeePass-compatible vault for Mac and iPhone with built-in cloud sync options.

KeePassium logo

Best MacPass alternative for open source

KeePassium

KeePass-format app for iPhone, iPad and Mac, good if you also need your vault on mobile.

KeeWeb logo

Best MacPass alternative for self-hosting

KeeWeb

Free KeePass-compatible app that also runs in the browser and on Windows and Linux.

Bitwarden logo

Best MacPass alternative for Mac

Bitwarden

Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.

Bitwarden logo

Best MacPass alternative for Windows

Bitwarden

Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.

Bitwarden logo

Best MacPass alternative for Linux

Bitwarden

Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.

Bitwarden logo

Best MacPass alternative for iPhone and Android

Bitwarden

Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.

Bitwarden logo

Best MacPass alternative for working in the browser

Bitwarden

Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.

MacPass alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to MacPass?

Bitwarden ranks first right now. Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files. Strongbox and KeePassXC follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to MacPass?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to MacPass?

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

Which MacPass alternatives work on Linux?

Bitwarden, KeePassXC and KeeWeb run on Linux.

Why do people switch from MacPass?

The complaints we hear most: macOS only; you need other KeePass apps on Windows, Linux or phones; no built-in sync service; you sync the file yourself; browser integration is weaker than KeePassXC's official extension.

How is this list ranked?

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