Clipperz vs Psono
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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Clipperz
Browser-based open-source encrypted password manager
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Psono
Self-hosted password manager for teams
| Feature | Clipperz | Psono |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 746 | ★ 700 |
| First released | 2006 | 2017 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | 1Password, LastPass |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Clipperz or Psono better?
Neither is universally better. Clipperz has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Clipperz and Psono free and open-source?
Yes. Clipperz is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Psono under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Clipperz and Psono with Docker?
Clipperz: check the project docs for container support. Psono: yes.