Clipperz vs KeePassDX
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted password managers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
| Feature | Clipperz | KeePassDX |
|---|---|---|
| Deploy effort | Read-the-docs project | Read-the-docs project |
| Health score | 15 · At risk | 91 · Excellent |
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Kotlin |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 750 | ★ 7,351 |
| First released | 2006 | 2017 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | 1Password, LastPass |
What are Clipperz and KeePassDX?
Clipperz
Clipperz is an open-source, zero-knowledge web password manager. All encryption happens in the browser before data reaches the server, so the host never sees plaintext credentials.
- Zero-knowledge browser encryption
- No plaintext ever sent to server
- Direct login links to sites
- Exportable encrypted data
KeePassDX
KeePassDX is a free and open-source password manager for Android that is compatible with KeePass KDBX databases. It offers a modern Material interface, biometric unlock and form auto-fill.
- KDBX-compatible Android client
- Biometric and fingerprint unlock
- Auto-fill service integration
- Material design interface
Clipperz vs KeePassDX: key differences
Clipperz is written in JavaScript, while KeePassDX is built with Kotlin. Licensing differs — AGPL-3.0 for Clipperz versus GPL-3.0 for KeePassDX. KeePassDX is the lighter option, starting around 64 MB of RAM against 128 MB for Clipperz. Clipperz is the more established project (first released 2006), while KeePassDX arrived in 2017. KeePassDX has the considerably larger community, at 7,351 GitHub stars versus 750.
Why pick each one
Choose Clipperz if…
- True zero-knowledge design
- Runs in any browser
Watch out for
- Project is largely dormant
Frequently asked questions
Is Clipperz or KeePassDX better?
KeePassDX is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Clipperz if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Clipperz and KeePassDX free and open-source?
Yes. Clipperz is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and KeePassDX under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Clipperz and KeePassDX with Docker?
Clipperz: check the project docs for container support. KeePassDX: check the project docs for container support.
Which is lighter on resources, Clipperz or KeePassDX?
KeePassDX has the smaller minimum footprint at 64 MB of RAM, compared to about 128 MB for Clipperz. Real-world usage depends on library size, user count, and enabled features.