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LastPass vs Bitwarden
LastPass vs Bitwarden
A side-by-side look at LastPass (the paid SaaS) and Bitwarden (the open source alternative). Use this page to decide if the switch fits your team and workflow.
| LastPass | Bitwarden | |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | Password manager for individuals and businesses. | Open source password manager with free cloud and self-host options. |
| License | Proprietary SaaS | GPL-3.0 / AGPL-3.0 |
| Pricing | Free tier; Premium from $3/month. | Free to self-host · optional paid hosted plan |
| Self-host option | No | Yes — difficulty 2/5 |
| Hosted cloud available | Yes (only option) | Yes |
| Desktop apps | Varies by product | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Mobile apps | Official apps typically available | iOS, Android |
Ad slot — between tables
Best for
The obvious modern replacement — free cloud or self-hosted.
Bitwarden strengths
- Generous free tier on the hosted service.
- Strong open source credentials.
- Cross-platform clients and browser extensions.
Bitwarden weaknesses
- Self-hosting the full stack is multi-container.
- Some polish features (password health, reports) are paid.
- Occasional syncing edge cases on mobile.
What's the catch with LastPass?
- Major security breaches in 2022 eroded trust.
- Free tier was restricted to one device type.
- Cloud-only, no self-hosted option.
Still unsure?
Check the full list of alternatives to LastPass: see LastPass alternatives, or learn more about Bitwarden on its project page.