Pass Audit vs KeePassXC
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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Pass Audit
Security auditing extension for the pass manager
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KeePassXC
Cross-platform offline KeePass password manager
| Feature | Pass Audit | KeePassXC |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | GPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | C++ |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | binary, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 104 | ★ 28,301 |
| First released | 2018 | 2017 |
| Replaces | 1Password Watchtower, Bitwarden Reports | LastPass, 1Password, Dashlane |
Why pick each one
Choose Pass Audit if…
- Released under the GPL-3.0 license
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 64 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Pass Audit or KeePassXC better?
KeePassXC is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Pass Audit if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Pass Audit and KeePassXC free and open-source?
Yes. Pass Audit is licensed under GPL-3.0 and KeePassXC under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Pass Audit and KeePassXC with Docker?
Pass Audit: check the project docs for container support. KeePassXC: check the project docs for container support.