AliasVault vs KeePassDX

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted password managers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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FeatureAliasVaultKeePassDX
CategoryPassword ManagersPassword Managers
LicenseAGPL-3.0GPL-3.0
LanguageTypeScriptKotlin
Setup difficultyMediumEasy
Min. RAM512 MB64 MB
Deploymentdocker, sourcebinary
GitHub stars★ 2,999★ 7,098
First released20242017
Replaces1Password, SimpleLogin1Password, LastPass

Why pick each one

Choose AliasVault if…

  • Combines vault and alias mail
  • Strong encryption model
AliasVault details

Choose KeePassDX if…

  • Clean modern mobile UI
  • Fully offline
KeePassDX details

Frequently asked questions

Is AliasVault or KeePassDX better?

KeePassDX is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider AliasVault if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are AliasVault and KeePassDX free and open-source?

Yes. AliasVault is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and KeePassDX under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run AliasVault and KeePassDX with Docker?

AliasVault: yes. KeePassDX: check the project docs for container support.

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