Strongbox

A native KeePass and Password Safe client for iPhone, iPad and Mac, with a free tier and lifetime option.

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Verified facts: 5 of 5
Alternatives ranked: 5
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About Strongbox

Strongbox is an Apple-only password manager built on open formats: it opens KeePass (KDBX) and Password Safe databases, so your vault stays a file you own rather than an account on someone's server. It integrates with iOS and macOS AutoFill, Face ID and Touch ID, supports passkeys and TOTP codes, and syncs through iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, WebDAV, SFTP or local Wi-Fi. A free version covers non-commercial use without some convenience features, while Pro is sold as a monthly or yearly subscription with Family Sharing, or as a one-time lifetime purchase. The app is open source, and the company was acquired by Applause in 2024. It suits Apple users who want KeePass compatibility with a polished native app.

Best for: iPhone and Mac users who want a native app for KeePass files they control.

What works

Native AutoFill and Face ID integration on iOS and macOS
Works with open KeePass and Password Safe files
Lifetime licence option instead of a subscription

Why people leave

Apple platforms only
Sync depends on the storage provider you configure
Free version lacks some convenience features

Top Strongbox alternatives

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KeePassium
Another KeePass client for iOS and Mac with a free tier and lifetime plan.
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2
1Password
Hosted vault with excellent Apple apps if you'd rather not manage files.
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3
KeePassXC
Free desktop KeePass client for Windows, Mac and Linux.
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Apple Passwords
Free and built in, if you don't need KeePass compatibility.
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Bitwarden
Cross-platform, open source and hosted, with a free plan.
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Strongbox: common questions

Is Strongbox free?

Strongbox has a free plan and paid plans. Free version: Yes, non-commercial use (checked on Strongbox's own site).

Is Strongbox open source?

Yes. The source code is on GitHub at strongbox-password-safe/Strongbox.

What platforms does Strongbox run on?

Strongbox is available for iOS and macOS.

What are the best alternatives to Strongbox?

The highest-ranked Strongbox alternatives right now are KeePassium, 1Password and KeePassXC. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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Strongbox facts

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Yearly price: $24.99/year; Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab); “$24.99 / year Lifetime One time purchase $124.99 All prices in US Dollars.”
Lifetime licence: $124.99 one-time; Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab); “Lifetime One time purchase $124.99 All prices in US Dollars.”
Free version: Yes, non-commercial use; Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab); “There is also a free version of Strongbox available for non commercial use”
License: AGPL-3.0; Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab); “License: AGPL-3.0 (GNU Affero General Public License v3.0).”
Platforms: iPhone, iPad and Mac; Checked Oct 25, 2026strongboxsafe.com(opens source in a new tab); “KeePass password manager on iPhone, iPad and Mac.”