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Padloc alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Nov 8, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rankAll password managers

Top picks

  • Bitwarden logo

    Best overall

    Bitwarden

    Premium plan: $1.65/month, billed annually

  • Proton Pass logo

    Best free option

    Proton Pass

    Starting price: $2.99 a month for Pass Plus, billed annually

  • Psono logo

    Best open source

    Psono

    Free plan + paid

Common reasons people leave Padloc: much smaller community and ecosystem than Bitwarden, and family sharing is capped at five users on the Family plan. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Padloc, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Bitwarden currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingVerified priceOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Bitwarden logoBitwardenOpen source$1.65/month, billed annuallyYesWeb, Windows, macOS +54 of 581.7
21Password logo1PasswordPaid$3.99 a month (Individual, regular price)NoWindows, macOS, Linux +36 of 674.4
3Proton Pass logoProton PassFree plan + paid$2.99 a month for Pass Plus, billed annuallyYesWeb, Windows, macOS +47 of 764.8
4Psono logoPsonoFree plan + paid—YesSelf-hosted, Web, Browser extension +24 of 457.5
5Passbolt logoPassboltOpen source—YesSelf-hosted, Web, Browser extension +24 of 455.9
6KeePassXC logoKeePassXCFree—YesWindows, macOS, Linux +11 of 354.8
  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 Padloc

    The most popular open-source password manager, with a generous free plan and self-hosting.

    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 Padloc 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. 1Password logo

    2. 1Password

    Best for: Families and businesses that want the most polished experience

    PaidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    74.4

    score / 100

    Why switch from Padloc

    Polished paid manager with excellent family and team sharing and wide integrations.

    Pros

    • Excellent apps on every platform
    • Watchtower breach alerts
    • Strong security model with Secret Key

    Cons

    • No free plan
    • Not open source
    Visit 1Password Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.15100
    Freshness ×0.15100
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is 1Password a good Padloc alternative?

    Verified facts

    6 of 6 verified
    Free trial
    14 days
    Checked Nov 8, 20261password.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Passkeys
    Supported
    Checked Nov 8, 20261password.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, browsers
    Checked Nov 8, 20261password.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Starting price
    $3.99 a month (Individual, regular price)
    Checked Nov 8, 20261password.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Families plan
    $5.99 a month for 5 users (regular price)
    Checked Nov 8, 20261password.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Individual plan
    $3.99/month, billed annually
    Checked Nov 8, 20261password.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

    64.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Padloc

    End-to-end encrypted vault from Proton with email aliases and a strong free tier.

    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 ×0.387
    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 Padloc 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. Psono logo

    4. Psono

    Best for: Small and mid-sized companies that want a self-hosted, open-source team vault

    Free plan + paidOpen sourceSelf-hostableSelf-hosted, Web, Browser extension, iOS, Android

    57.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Padloc

    Open-source, self-hostable password manager built with team sharing in mind.

    Pros

    • All business features free for up to 10 users
    • Self-host it or use the SaaS version
    • Client-side encryption with fine-grained sharing

    Cons

    • Interface is functional rather than polished
    • Self-hosting means running and patching the server
    • Smaller community than Bitwarden
    Visit Psono 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 Psono a good Padloc alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free tier
    All business features up to 10 users
    Checked Nov 8, 2026psono.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Deployment
    Self-hosted or SaaS
    Checked Nov 8, 2026psono.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Encryption
    Client-side
    Checked Nov 8, 2026psono.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Open source
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026psono.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Passbolt logo

    5. Passbolt

    Best for: IT and DevOps teams that want a self-hosted, open-source vault for shared credentials

    Open sourceSelf-hostableSelf-hosted, Web, Browser extension, iOS, Android

    55.9

    score / 100

    Why switch from Padloc

    Open-source, self-hosted password sharing designed for teams and IT departments.

    Pros

    • Free Community Edition with unlimited users
    • Sharing and permissions designed for teams
    • Self-host or use the managed cloud

    Cons

    • Setup and maintenance fall on your team when self-hosting
    • Less suited to personal and family use
    • Directory sync and SSO need paid editions
    Visit Passbolt Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.357
    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 Passbolt a good Padloc alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Community Edition
    Free, unlimited users
    Checked Nov 8, 2026passbolt.com(opens source in a new tab)
    License
    AGPL-3.0
    Checked Nov 8, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Self-hosting
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026passbolt.com(opens source in a new tab)
    API and CLI
    Yes
    Checked Nov 8, 2026passbolt.com(opens source in a new tab)
  6. KeePassXC logo

    6. KeePassXC

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

    FreeOpen sourceWindows, macOS, Linux, Browser extension

    54.8

    score / 100

    Why switch from Padloc

    Free, offline open-source vault file with no account or server at all.

    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 ×0.377
    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 Padloc 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)

The best Padloc alternative for…

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

Bitwarden logo

Best Padloc alternative for most people

Bitwarden

The most popular open-source password manager, with a generous free plan and self-hosting.

Passbolt logo

Best Padloc alternative for a free option

Passbolt

Open-source, self-hosted password sharing designed for teams and IT departments.

Proton Pass logo

Best Padloc alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Proton Pass

End-to-end encrypted vault from Proton with email aliases and a strong free tier.

Psono logo

Best Padloc alternative for open source

Psono

Open-source, self-hostable password manager built with team sharing in mind.

Bitwarden logo

Best Padloc alternative for self-hosting

Bitwarden

The most popular open-source password manager, with a generous free plan and self-hosting.

1Password logo

Best Padloc alternative for Mac

1Password

Polished paid manager with excellent family and team sharing and wide integrations.

KeePassXC logo

Best Padloc alternative for Windows

KeePassXC

Free, offline open-source vault file with no account or server at all.

Bitwarden logo

Best Padloc alternative for Linux

Bitwarden

The most popular open-source password manager, with a generous free plan and self-hosting.

Bitwarden logo

Best Padloc alternative for iPhone and Android

Bitwarden

The most popular open-source password manager, with a generous free plan and self-hosting.

Bitwarden logo

Best Padloc alternative for working in the browser

Bitwarden

The most popular open-source password manager, with a generous free plan and self-hosting.

Padloc alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Padloc?

Bitwarden ranks first right now. The most popular open-source password manager, with a generous free plan and self-hosting. 1Password and Proton Pass follow it in our ranking.

Padloc vs Bitwarden: what's the difference?

Both Padloc and Bitwarden are free and open source. Verified prices: Padloc $3.49/month (Premium), Bitwarden $1.65/month, billed annually. Both run on Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android and Browser extension.

Is Padloc free?

Padloc is free and open source. Free plan: Yes, unlimited items and devices; Starting price: $3.49/month (Premium). Checked on Padloc's own site, November 2026.

How much do Padloc alternatives cost?

Verified prices for the top-ranked Padloc alternatives: Bitwarden, $1.65/month, billed annually; 1Password, $3.99 a month (Individual, regular price); Proton Pass, $2.99 a month for Pass Plus, billed annually. Each price was checked on the app's own site; see each card below for the date and source.

Is there a free alternative to Padloc?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Padloc?

Yes: Bitwarden, Proton Pass, Psono and Passbolt, plus 1 more in the list above. Bitwarden, Psono and Passbolt can also be self-hosted.

Which Padloc alternatives work on Linux?

Bitwarden, 1Password, Proton Pass and KeePassXC run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Padloc?

The complaints we hear most: much smaller community and ecosystem than Bitwarden; family sharing is capped at five users on the Family plan; encrypted file storage needs a paid plan.

How is this list ranked?

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