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1Password vs Vaultwarden
1Password vs Vaultwarden
A side-by-side look at 1Password (the paid SaaS) and Vaultwarden (the open source alternative). Use this page to decide if the switch fits your team and workflow.
| 1Password | Vaultwarden | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Popular consumer and team password manager. | Lightweight Bitwarden-compatible server in Rust. |
| License | Proprietary SaaS | AGPL-3.0 |
| Pricing | Individual from $2.99/month; Family from $4.99/month. | Free to self-host |
| Self-host option | No | Yes — difficulty 1/5 |
| Hosted cloud available | Yes (only option) | No |
| Desktop apps | Varies by product | Web only |
| Mobile apps | Official apps typically available | None official |
Ad slot — between tables
Best for
Lightweight self-hosted server that works with Bitwarden clients.
Vaultwarden strengths
- Single container — runs on a Raspberry Pi.
- Fully compatible with all Bitwarden clients.
- Trivial backups.
Vaultwarden weaknesses
- Not officially supported by Bitwarden Inc.
- Paid Bitwarden features require self-bypass.
- Home-lab focus — not aimed at large teams.
What's the catch with 1Password?
- Subscription-only since 7.x — no standalone license.
- Cloud-only by default.
- Family sharing options have changed repeatedly.
Still unsure?
Check the full list of alternatives to 1Password: see 1Password alternatives, or learn more about Vaultwarden on its project page.