Cybersecurity · head to head
Descope vs Keeper Password Manager
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Descope free tier capped at 7,500 MAU; Pro tier at 10,000 MAU, Growth tier at 25,000 MAU, forcing migration to Enterprise for larger organisations; Keeper Password Manager free tier limited to 10 passwords on one device only
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Descope and Keeper Password Manager actually diverge.
| Attribute | Descope | Keeper Password Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | freemium | Unknown |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, API | Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS |
| Founded | Unknown | 2011 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Cybersecurity).
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 Descope
Nothing recorded that Keeper Password Manager does not also cover.
Only in Keeper Password Manager
- Zero-knowledge security
- Password vault
- BreachWatch dark web monitoring
- Secure file storage
- One-time share
- Emergency access
- Passkey support
- Secrets Manager
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Descope
- Organisations seeking rapid identity implementation without custom developmentnot Keeper Password Manager
- Companies supporting multiple user types (consumers, partners, AI agents) in single platformnot Keeper Password Manager
- Multi-tenant B2B2C SaaS applications requiring per-organisation identity policiesnot Keeper Password Manager
- Teams building passwordless-first authentication experiencesnot Keeper Password Manager
- Healthcare and regulated industries requiring HIPAA-compliant identity managementnot Keeper Password Manager
Keeper Password Manager
- Password Managernot Descope
- Secrets Managementnot Descope
- Privileged Accessnot Descope
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Descope
- Free tier capped at 7,500 MAU; Pro tier at 10,000 MAU, Growth tier at 25,000 MAU, forcing migration to Enterprise for larger organisations
- HIPAA compliance only available in Growth tier ($799/mo) and above; not included in lower-priced plans
- No-code UI builder provides pre-built flows but still requires custom frontend development for fully-branded authentication experiences
- All paid tiers billed annually; no monthly billing option for commitment-free flexibility
- Bot protection features available only in Growth tier and above
Keeper Password Manager
- Free tier limited to 10 passwords on one device only
- Personal and Family plans lack team collaboration features
- Higher per-user cost for small teams compared to some competitors
Pricing, plan by plan
Descope
Free- Free ForeverFree
- 7,500 monthly active users
- Basic authentication
- Community support
- Pro$249/month
- 10,000 monthly active users
- Custom domains
- CI/CD integration
- Growth$799/month
- 25,000 monthly active users
- Bot protection
- Fine-grained authorisation
- Enterprise$undefined/month
- Unlimited monthly active users
- Tiered discounts
- Premium support with dedicated CS engineer
Keeper Password Manager
Free- Personal$34.99/year
- Family$74.99/year
- Business Starter$2/user per month
- Business$3.75/user per month
Which should you pick?
Choose Keeper Password Manager if
- You need zero-knowledge security.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
- You also want password vault.
Questions people ask
- Is Descope or Keeper Password Manager better?
- Neither clearly leads. Descope starts at Free and Keeper Password Manager at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Descope or Keeper Password Manager?
- Descope starts at Free and Keeper Password Manager at Free.
- Does Descope or Keeper Password Manager run on more platforms?
- Descope runs on Web, iOS, Android, API. Keeper Password Manager runs on Web, iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
- Can I use Descope for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Descope best used for?
- Descope is most often used for organisations seeking rapid identity implementation without custom development, companies supporting multiple user types (consumers, partners, ai agents) in single platform, multi-tenant b2b2c saas applications requiring per-organisation identity policies, teams building passwordless-first authentication experiences. Of those, organisations seeking rapid identity implementation without custom development and companies supporting multiple user types (consumers, partners, ai agents) in single platform are not what Keeper Password Manager is typically brought in for.
- What can Descope do that Keeper Password Manager cannot?
- Keeper Password Manager covers Zero-knowledge security, Password vault, BreachWatch dark web monitoring, Secure file storage.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Descope: Can I build custom authentication flows without code?
Yes. Descope's drag-and-drop workflow interface allows you to construct and modify signup, login, MFA and SSO flows without code changes.
SourceKeeper Password Manager: Does Keeper offer a free tier?
Keeper's free version stores only 10 passwords on a single mobile device with no cross-device sync and is effectively a trial.
SourceDescope: Does Descope support AI agent authentication?
Yes. Descope supports building identity journeys for AI agents and MCP servers, including scoped OAuth tokens and delegation chains.
SourceKeeper Password Manager: What does Keeper Business cost?
Keeper Business Starter costs $2 per user per month for 5-10 users. Keeper Business costs $3.75 per user per month for unlimited users.
SourceDescope: Is Descope HIPAA compliant?
HIPAA compliance is available in Growth tier and above, starting at $799/month.
SourceKeeper Password Manager: Does Keeper Enterprise include SSO?
Yes. Keeper Enterprise includes single sign-on capabilities along with compliance and reporting features at $6 per user per month.
SourceKeeper Password Manager: What security features does Keeper include?
Keeper uses zero-knowledge encryption where the company cannot access passwords, plus advanced features like privileged access management and session recording on Enterprise Plus.
Related pages
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