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Keeper vs Passbolt

Keeper logo

Keeper

Browser Extensions

Protect your passwords and private information

From
Free
Rated
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Full reviewWebsite
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Passbolt

Cybersecurity

Open-source password manager for teams with self-hosted or cloud deployment

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; Passbolt pro Edition requires a minimum of 10 users, making it costlier for very small teams.
  • They diverge on capability: Keeper covers Password management, Passbolt covers Password sharing and folders.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Keeper and Passbolt actually diverge.

Attributes where Keeper and Passbolt differ
AttributeKeeperPassbolt
Pricing modelUnknownopen-source
PlatformsChrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, Opera, iOS, Android, macOS, Windowsweb, windows, mac, linux, api
CategoryBrowser ExtensionsCybersecurity
Founded2011Unknown

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Keeper

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

Only in Passbolt

  • Password sharing and folders
  • Groups and role-based access
  • Browser extensions and CLI
  • Open API
  • LDAP provisioning and SSO
  • Activity audit log

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 Passbolt
  • Privileged access management for admin and service accountsnot Passbolt
  • Secure remote access and privileged session recordingnot Passbolt
  • Application secrets management through Secrets Managernot Passbolt
  • Government deployments requiring FedRAMP Highnot Passbolt

Passbolt

  • Self-hosting a team password manager for data sovereigntynot Keeper
  • Provisioning vault access from an existing LDAP/AD directorynot Keeper
  • Sharing credentials across engineering or IT teams via folders and groupsnot Keeper
  • Automating credential retrieval through the CLI or open APInot Keeper

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

Passbolt

  • Pro Edition requires a minimum of 10 users, making it costlier for very small teams.
  • Community Edition lacks SSO and LDAP provisioning, which many organizations need for onboarding at scale.
  • Self-hosting the Community Edition requires infrastructure and maintenance effort compared to fully managed competitors.
  • Enterprise-tier support and HA consulting require custom, quote-based pricing rather than transparent rates.

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

Passbolt

Free
  • Community EditionFree
    • Unlimited users
    • Password sharing and folders
    • Role-based access control
  • Pro Edition$4.9/month
    • Minimum 10 users, billed annually
    • LDAP/AD provisioning
    • Single sign-on
  • Enterprise Edition$undefined/month
    • High availability and disaster recovery consulting
    • White-glove migration
    • Custom feature development

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 Passbolt if

  • You need password sharing and folders.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on web, windows, mac, linux, api.
  • You also want groups and role-based access.
Passbolt review

Questions people ask

Is Keeper or Passbolt better?
Neither clearly leads. Keeper starts at Free and Passbolt at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Keeper or Passbolt?
Keeper starts at Free and Passbolt at Free.
Does Keeper or Passbolt run on more platforms?
Keeper runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Brave, Opera, iOS, Android, macOS, Windows. Passbolt runs on web, windows, mac, linux, api.
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 Passbolt is typically brought in for.
What can Keeper do that Passbolt cannot?
Keeper covers Password management, Zero-knowledge encryption, Secure file storage, BreachWatch. Passbolt covers Password sharing and folders, Groups and role-based access, Browser extensions and CLI, Open API.

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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Passbolt: Is Passbolt free to use?

Yes. The Community Edition is free forever with unlimited users, including password sharing, folders, groups, role-based access, browser extensions, a CLI, and an open API.

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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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Passbolt: What does the Pro Edition cost and add?

Pro Edition costs $4.90 per user per month billed annually, with a 10-user minimum, and adds LDAP/AD provisioning, single sign-on, account recovery escrow, activity audit logs, and next-business-day 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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Passbolt: What license is Passbolt distributed under?

All Passbolt editions, including Pro and Enterprise, are distributed under the AGPL v3 open-source license.

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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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