Padloc vs Vaultwarden
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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Vaultwarden
Lightweight Bitwarden-compatible password server
| Feature | Padloc | Vaultwarden |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | Rust |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 2,924 | ★ 65,100 |
| First released | 2016 | 2018 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | 1Password, LastPass, Dashlane |
Why pick each one
Choose Vaultwarden if…
- Extremely lightweight
- Works with official apps
- Easy to deploy
Frequently asked questions
Is Padloc or Vaultwarden better?
Vaultwarden is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Padloc if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Padloc and Vaultwarden free and open-source?
Yes. Padloc is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Vaultwarden under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Padloc and Vaultwarden with Docker?
Padloc: yes. Vaultwarden: yes.