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1Password vs Keeper

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1Password

Cybersecurity

The world's most-loved password manager

From
$2.99/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Keeper logo

Keeper

Browser Extensions

Protect your passwords and private information

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Keeper has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 1Password no free tier; all plans require paid subscription; Keeper free tier is severely limited to 10 passwords on a single device; essentially a trial rather than a usable free version
  • They diverge on capability: 1Password covers Password generator, Keeper covers Password management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 1Password and Keeper actually diverge.

Attributes where 1Password and Keeper differ
Attribute1PasswordKeeper
Starting price$2.99/monthFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsmacOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, WebChrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, Opera, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows
CategoryCybersecurityBrowser Extensions
Founded20062011

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 1Password

  • Password generator
  • Autofill
  • Secure notes
  • Credit card storage
  • Document storage
  • Two-factor authentication
  • Watchtower security alerts
  • Travel mode

Only in Keeper

  • Password management
  • Zero-knowledge encryption
  • Secure file storage
  • BreachWatch
  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support
  • Safari support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

1Password

  • Password managementnot Keeper
  • Secure document storagenot Keeper
  • Team credential sharingnot Keeper
  • Identity protectionnot Keeper
  • Compliance managementnot Keeper

Keeper

  • Business and enterprise password management with zero-knowledge encryptionnot 1Password
  • Privileged access management for admin and service accountsnot 1Password
  • Secure remote access and privileged session recordingnot 1Password
  • Application secrets management through Secrets Managernot 1Password
  • Government deployments requiring FedRAMP Highnot 1Password

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

1Password

  • No free tier; all plans require paid subscription
  • Offline access requires prior device sync; cannot add new passwords while offline
  • Enterprise plan does not include free trial access

Keeper

  • Free tier is severely limited to 10 passwords on a single device; essentially a trial rather than a usable free version
  • Personal plan at $1.79/month is promotional pricing; regular price is higher, making budget comparison difficult

Pricing, plan by plan

1Password

$2.99/month

No published plan breakdown. See the 1Password review.

Keeper

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 10 passwords max
    • Single device only
    • No sync
  • Personal$1.79/month
    • Unlimited passwords
    • All devices
    • 2FA support
  • Family$3.83/month
    • Up to 5 users
    • Unlimited storage
    • Shared vaults

Which should you pick?

Choose 1Password if

  • You need password generator.
  • You work on macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, Web.
  • You also want autofill.
1Password review

Choose Keeper if

  • You need password management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, Opera, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
  • You also want zero-knowledge encryption.
Keeper review

Questions people ask

Is 1Password or Keeper better?
Neither clearly leads. 1Password starts at $2.99/month and Keeper at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 1Password or Keeper?
Keeper has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $2.99/month for 1Password and Free for Keeper.
Does 1Password or Keeper run on more platforms?
1Password runs on macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, Web. Keeper runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, Opera, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows.
Can I use Keeper for free?
Yes. Keeper has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. 1Password starts at $2.99/month.
What is 1Password best used for?
1Password is most often used for password management, secure document storage, team credential sharing, identity protection. Of those, password management and secure document storage are not what Keeper is typically brought in for.
What can 1Password do that Keeper cannot?
1Password covers Password generator, Autofill, Secure notes, Credit card storage. Keeper covers Password management, Zero-knowledge encryption, Secure file storage, BreachWatch.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

1Password: Does 1Password offer a free tier?

No. 1Password offers no free tier as of July 2026, but provides a 14-day free trial with no credit card required for all plans except Enterprise.

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Keeper: Is there a free version of Keeper?

Keeper offers a free version with very limited functionality: it stores only 10 passwords on a single mobile device with no cross-device sync. A 30-day free trial provides full access to all features.

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1Password: Can I access 1Password offline?

Yes. The desktop app allows for offline access to your vault once you have synced your passwords to the device.

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Keeper: What are Keeper's paid pricing plans?

Keeper Personal starts at $1.79/month (promotional pricing) with annual billing. Keeper Family covers up to 5 users at $3.83/month annually. Both include unlimited password storage, cross-device sync, and 2FA support.

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1Password: What is the pricing for individuals and families?

Individual plan costs 2.99 USD per month or 35.88 USD annually. Families plan costs 59.88 USD per year and includes five licenses with the ability to add more for 1 USD per month each.

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Keeper: What browsers and devices does Keeper support?

Keeper has browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, and Opera. It also offers native apps for iOS, Android, macOS, Windows, and web access.

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1Password: What platforms does 1Password support?

1Password is available on macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, with browser extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, and Safari.

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Keeper: Does Keeper support 2FA and passkeys?

Yes, Keeper stores and autofills FIDO2 passkeys and supports multiple 2FA methods including TOTP, SMS, and WebAuthn. Biometric login (fingerprint/face recognition) is also supported.

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Keeper: How secure is Keeper?

Keeper uses zero-knowledge architecture where data is encrypted and decrypted only on your device. Only you can access your vault, and the company cannot see your passwords or data.

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