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Proton Pass alternatives: 6 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Proton Pass: younger than established managers, and some features only in Proton bundles. We ranked 6 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Proton Pass, 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 365.3
21Password logo1PasswordPaidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +32 of 361.3
3KeePassXC logoKeePassXCFreeYesWindows, macOS, Linux +11 of 354.8
4NordPass logoNordPassFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +40 of 029.5
5Enpass logoEnpassFree plan + paidNoWindows, macOS, Linux +30 of 029.5
  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

    65.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Proton Pass

    Longer track record, self-hosting and a generous free plan.

    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) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1577
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Bitwarden a good Proton Pass 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. 1Password logo

    2. 1Password

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

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

    61.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Proton Pass

    More mature apps and business features.

    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 ×0.387
    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 1Password a good Proton Pass alternative?

    Verified facts

    2 of 3 verified
    Free trial
    Yes
    Not checked yet1password.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Passkeys
    Supported
    Checked Oct 24, 20261password.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Platforms
    Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, browsers
    Checked Oct 24, 20261password.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. KeePassXC logo

    3. 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 Proton Pass

    Offline, account-free password storage.

    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 Proton Pass 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)
  4. NordPass logo

    4. NordPass

    Best for: Budget-conscious individuals and teams who want a simple commercial manager

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Browser extension

    29.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Proton Pass

    Similar price point from another privacy-branded security company.

    Pros

    • Low prices, especially on multi-year plans
    • Simple, uncluttered apps on all major platforms
    • Business plans with SSO and an admin panel

    Cons

    • Free plan only allows one active device at a time
    • Best prices require long upfront commitments
    • Fewer advanced options than 1Password or Bitwarden
    Visit NordPass Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1515
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is NordPass a good Proton Pass alternative?

    Verified facts

    0 of 0 verified

    No sourced facts yet.

  5. Enpass logo

    5. Enpass

    Best for: People who want a commercial manager without storing their vault on the vendor's servers

    Free plan + paidWindows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension

    29.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Proton Pass

    Stores your vault in your own cloud rather than a vendor's servers.

    Pros

    • Vault syncs through your own cloud drive or Wi-Fi, not Enpass servers
    • Native apps on all major desktop and mobile platforms
    • Business plans keep data in your own Microsoft or Google storage

    Cons

    • Sync setup is more involved than a hosted service
    • No web app for access from any browser
    • Plan structure has changed several times
    Visit Enpass Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.312
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1515
    Votes ×0.150

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

    Is Enpass a good Proton Pass alternative?

    Verified facts

    0 of 0 verified

    No sourced facts yet.

The best Proton Pass alternative for…

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

Bitwarden logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for most people

Bitwarden

Longer track record, self-hosting and a generous free plan.

KeePassXC logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for a free option

KeePassXC

Offline, account-free password storage.

NordPass logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

NordPass

Similar price point from another privacy-branded security company.

Bitwarden logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for open source

Bitwarden

Longer track record, self-hosting and a generous free plan.

Bitwarden logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for self-hosting

Bitwarden

Longer track record, self-hosting and a generous free plan.

1Password logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for Mac

1Password

More mature apps and business features.

Enpass logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for Windows

Enpass

Stores your vault in your own cloud rather than a vendor's servers.

Bitwarden logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for Linux

Bitwarden

Longer track record, self-hosting and a generous free plan.

Dashlane logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for iPhone and Android

Dashlane

Premium alternative with phishing alerts and a bundled VPN.

Bitwarden logo

Best Proton Pass alternative for working in the browser

Bitwarden

Longer track record, self-hosting and a generous free plan.

Proton Pass alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Proton Pass?

Bitwarden ranks first right now. Longer track record, self-hosting and a generous free plan. 1Password and KeePassXC follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Proton Pass?

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

Is there an open-source alternative to Proton Pass?

Yes: Bitwarden and KeePassXC. Bitwarden can also be self-hosted.

Which Proton Pass alternatives work on Linux?

Bitwarden, 1Password, KeePassXC, NordPass and Enpass run on Linux.

Why do people switch from Proton Pass?

The complaints we hear most: younger than established managers; some features only in Proton bundles.

How is this list ranked?

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