Padloc 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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Padloc
Modern open-source password manager
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Passit
Self-hosted password manager with browser extensions
| Feature | Padloc | Passit |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 2,924 | ★ 200 |
| First released | 2016 | 2016 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | LastPass, 1Password |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Padloc or Passit better?
Neither is universally better. Padloc has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Padloc and Passit free and open-source?
Yes. Padloc is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Passit under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Padloc and Passit with Docker?
Padloc: yes. Passit: yes.