KeePass vs Browserpass
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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Browserpass
Browser extension front-end for the pass manager
| Feature | KeePass | Browserpass |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | GPL-2.0 | ISC |
| Language | C# | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | binary, bare-metal | binary, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,000 | ★ 1,009 |
| First released | 2003 | 2016 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | LastPass extension, 1Password extension |
Why pick each one
Choose Browserpass if…
- Released under the ISC license
- Active community (1k GitHub stars)
- Written in JavaScript
- Tiny footprint — runs in 64 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is KeePass or Browserpass better?
Neither is universally better. Browserpass 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 Browserpass free and open-source?
Yes. KeePass is licensed under GPL-2.0 and Browserpass under ISC. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run KeePass and Browserpass with Docker?
KeePass: check the project docs for container support. Browserpass: check the project docs for container support.