KeePass vs Padloc
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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KeePass
Original free and open-source password manager
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Padloc
Modern open-source password manager
| Feature | KeePass | Padloc |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | GPL-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | C# | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | binary, bare-metal | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,000 | ★ 2,924 |
| First released | 2003 | 2016 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | 1Password, LastPass |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is KeePass or Padloc better?
Neither is universally better. Padloc has the larger community, while KeePass is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are KeePass and Padloc free and open-source?
Yes. KeePass is licensed under GPL-2.0 and Padloc under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run KeePass and Padloc with Docker?
KeePass: check the project docs for container support. Padloc: yes.