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Keeper vs JSON Viewer

Keeper logo

Keeper

Software

Protect your passwords and private information

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
JSON Viewer logo

JSON Viewer

Software

View JSON documents in the browser

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Keeper free tier is severely limited to 10 passwords on a single device; essentially a trial rather than a usable free version; JSON Viewer the project is MIT licensed open source code hosted on GitHub with no vendor and no paid tier
  • They diverge on capability: Keeper covers Password management, JSON Viewer covers JSON formatting.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Keeper and JSON Viewer actually diverge.

Attributes where Keeper and JSON Viewer differ
AttributeKeeperJSON Viewer
Pricing modelUnknownfree
PlatformsChrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, Opera, iOS, Android, macOS, WindowsChrome, Firefox, Edge
Founded20112015

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 Keeper

  • Password management
  • Zero-knowledge encryption
  • Secure file storage
  • BreachWatch
  • Safari support
  • Opera support

Only in JSON Viewer

  • JSON formatting
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Tree view
  • Search functionality

Both cover

  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support

What people use each for

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

Keeper

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

JSON Viewer

No use cases recorded yet. See the JSON Viewer review.

Where each one falls short

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

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

JSON Viewer

  • The project is MIT licensed open source code hosted on GitHub with no vendor and no paid tier

Pricing, plan by plan

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

JSON Viewer

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Syntax highlighting
    • Collapsible tree
    • Search

Which should you pick?

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

Choose JSON Viewer if

  • You need json formatting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
  • You also want syntax highlighting.
JSON Viewer review

Questions people ask

Is Keeper or JSON Viewer better?
Neither clearly leads. Keeper starts at Free and JSON Viewer at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Keeper or JSON Viewer?
Keeper starts at Free and JSON Viewer at Free.
Does Keeper or JSON Viewer run on more platforms?
Keeper runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, Opera, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows. JSON Viewer runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
Can I use Keeper for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Keeper best used for?
Keeper is most often used for business and enterprise password management with zero-knowledge encryption, privileged access management for admin and service accounts, secure remote access and privileged session recording, application secrets management through secrets manager. Of those, business and enterprise password management with zero-knowledge encryption and privileged access management for admin and service accounts are not what JSON Viewer is typically brought in for.
What can Keeper do that JSON Viewer cannot?
Keeper covers Password management, Zero-knowledge encryption, Secure file storage, BreachWatch. JSON Viewer covers JSON formatting, Syntax highlighting, Tree view, Search functionality. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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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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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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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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