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KeeWeb vs Spectre

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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KE KeeWeb Web-based client for KeePass databases VS SP Spectre Stateless password manager that derives passwords on demand
FeatureKeeWebSpectre
CategoryPassword ManagersPassword Managers
LicenseMITGPL-3.0
LanguageHTMLC
Setup difficultyEasyMedium
Min. RAM128 MB64 MB
Deploymentdocker, bare-metalbinary, source
GitHub stars★ 12,977★ 200
First released20152012
ReplacesLastPass, 1Password1Password, LastPass

Why pick each one

Choose KeeWeb if…

  • Works with KeePass files
  • No server database
  • Cross-platform
KeeWeb details

Choose Spectre if…

  • Nothing to back up
  • Stateless by design
Spectre details

Frequently asked questions

Is KeeWeb or Spectre better?

KeeWeb is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Spectre if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are KeeWeb and Spectre free and open-source?

Yes. KeeWeb is licensed under MIT and Spectre under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run KeeWeb and Spectre with Docker?

KeeWeb: yes. Spectre: check the project docs for container support.

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