# Password manager comparison | password.es

> Password manager comparison: 1Password, LastPass, Bitwarden, NordPass, Proton Pass, Dashlane, Psono, Passbolt, KeePass and Apple Keychain.

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# Password managers: an updated comparison

We compare the most popular password managers on the market so you can choose the option that best fits your security needs, usability and budget.

- Manager
- Encryption
- Open Source
- 2FA
- Sharing
- Audit
- Free plan
- Price/year
- Bitwarden
- AES-256 + Argon2
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- 0 / 10 USD
- 1Password
- AES-256 + PBKDF2 / Argon2
- ×
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- ×
- 36 USD
- Dashlane
- AES-256 + Argon2
- ×
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- 0 / 60 USD
- NordPass
- XChaCha20
- ×
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- 0 / 24 USD
- Proton Pass
- AES-256 + bcrypt
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- ✓
- 0 / 48 USD
- KeePass
- AES-256 / ChaCha20
- ✓
- ×
- ×
- ×
- ✓
- 0

## Evaluation criteria

### Encryption and security

We evaluate the encryption algorithm used, the zero-knowledge model, the existence of independent security audits and whether the source code is published for review.

### Cross-platform usability

We assess the availability of native apps, browser extensions, cross-device sync and the overall quality of the user experience.

### Extra features

Secure credential sharing, built-in password generator, breach monitoring, passkey support and mobile autofill.

### Value for money

We compare free options against paid plans, the limitations of each tier and the added value of premium subscriptions.

## Our recommendation

There is no perfect manager for everyone. If you prioritise open source and price, [Bitwarden](https://github.com/bitwarden) is the most balanced option. If you want a flawless UX and don’t mind paying, [1Password](https://opensecurity.es/1password) stands out for its design and exclusive features. For those who need total privacy integrated with email and VPN, [Proton Pass](https://go.getproton.me/aff_c?offer_id=38&aff_id=10651&source=password) fits within the Proton ecosystem.

In all cases, combine the manager with a [strong master password](https://password.es/en/) generated with our tool and always enable [multi-factor authentication](https://password.es/en/2fa/).