KeePassXC vs Proton Pass: which Password managers wins in 2026?
We tested KeePassXC and Proton Pass head-to-head on every criterion in our password managers methodology. Here's the verdict.
Verdict
Proton Pass wins overall
Based on 5 password managers criteria: KeePassXC wins 0, Proton Pass wins 1, 4 tied.
KeePassXC
0
criteria won
Proton Pass
Winner1
criteria won
Feature-by-feature
| Criterion | KeePassXC | Proton Pass | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium $/mo (annual) | 0 | 1.99 | Proton Pass |
| Recent audit | Community + KDBX format spec | Cure53 (launch 2023) | โ |
| Open-source | Yes | Yes | โ |
| Free tier | Yes (entire app) | Yes | โ |
| Jurisdiction | N/A (local-only) | Switzerland (none) | โ |
Total cost of ownership
| Horizon | KeePassXC | Proton Pass | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 months | $0 | $24 | KeePassXC |
| 36 months | $0 | $72 | KeePassXC |
| 60 months | $0 | $119 | KeePassXC |