Password Gorilla vs Passit
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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Password Gorilla
Cross-platform password vault compatible with Password Safe
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Passit
Self-hosted password manager with browser extensions
| Feature | Password Gorilla | Passit |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | GPL-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Tcl | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 425 | ★ 200 |
| First released | 2005 | 2016 |
| Replaces | LastPass, Password Safe | LastPass, 1Password |
Why pick each one
Choose Password Gorilla if…
- Released under the GPL-2.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Written in Tcl
- Tiny footprint — runs in 64 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Password Gorilla or Passit better?
Password Gorilla is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Passit if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Password Gorilla and Passit free and open-source?
Yes. Password Gorilla is licensed under GPL-2.0 and Passit under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Password Gorilla and Passit with Docker?
Password Gorilla: check the project docs for container support. Passit: yes.