Passbolt Community Edition replaces 3 paid apps

One open-source tool, 3 subscriptions it can stand in for. Each pairing below is curated and verified by hand, with the honest catch spelled out. No votes, no pay-to-list.

Passbolt Community Edition $0replaces $10/mo6.1k · active aug 2026self-host, real ops🔐 security
the facts, verified

licenseAGPL-3.0

runsyour server

installUbuntu or Debian package, or Docker deployment, followed by browser-extension setup

dataPassword secrets are OpenPGP-encrypted; account, sharing and audit metadata live in SQL, while users' private keys and recovery kits remain client-side

setupA server, database, domain, TLS, SMTP and key-recovery process are required before anyone can use it

facts verified 2026-08-11

what it lets you cancel
NordPassNOT REALLY$4.99/mo

A team password vault with real sharing and a server stack that expects an adult in the room.

the catchIt is a team-first server stack with far more infrastructure and key-management work than NordPass's consumer service.

the verdict →all NordPass alternatives →
KeeperNOT REALLY$3.75/mo

A team password vault with real sharing and a server stack that expects an adult in the room.

the catchIt is a team-first server product with much heavier administration and a less polished solo and mobile experience than Keeper.

the verdict →all Keeper alternatives →
BitwardenYES$1.65/mo

A team password vault with real sharing and a server stack that expects an adult in the room.

the catchIt requires substantially more server and OpenPGP key administration while offering a narrower, team-first experience than Bitwarden.

the verdict →all Bitwarden alternatives →

last updated 2026-08-11 · up to $120/yr replaced · no votes, no pay-to-list

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