Password Gorilla vs Psono Client
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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Psono Client
Browser and web client for the Psono password server
| Feature | Password Gorilla | Psono Client |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | GPL-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Tcl | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 425 | ★ 26 |
| First released | 2005 | 2017 |
| 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
Choose Psono Client if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Password Gorilla or Psono Client better?
Password Gorilla is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Psono Client if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Password Gorilla and Psono Client free and open-source?
Yes. Password Gorilla is licensed under GPL-2.0 and Psono Client under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Password Gorilla and Psono Client with Docker?
Password Gorilla: check the project docs for container support. Psono Client: yes.