Head-to-head
Bitwarden vs Proton Pass
The two best free managers head to head: both open source, both audited, both without catches.
Our pick
Free
BitwardenBitwarden Inc.
Bitwarden
Open source, audited, and the best free plan around.
Free
Proton PassProton AG
Proton Pass
Swiss privacy with free email aliases built in.
BitwardenProton Pass
Our score4.7 / 54.4 / 5
PriceFreeFree
Free plan
Best forAlmost everyonePrivacy-focused users
CategoryFree & open sourceFree & open source
ProviderBitwarden Inc.Proton AG
Our verdict
This is the luxury problem among duels: you cannot really choose wrong. Proton Pass holds the unique card of email aliases and fits perfectly if you already use Proton Mail or VPN. Bitwarden is more mature, imports and integrates with everything, and its $10-a-year premium tier with 2FA codes and emergency access is unmatched value. On points, Bitwarden wins; privacy enthusiasts with Proton accounts grab Proton Pass.
“The free plan does everything most people need, the code is open source, and the audits are public. Our first recommendation for almost everyone.”Editorial team, on Bitwarden
“The free email aliases are a genuine invention: a different address for every store, so your real one never leaks. Swiss, open source, and generous for free.”Editorial team, on Proton Pass