Passbolt vs Nextcloud Passwords
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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Passbolt
Open-source password manager built for teams
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Nextcloud Passwords
Encrypted password manager app for Nextcloud servers
| Feature | Passbolt | Nextcloud Passwords |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | PHP | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 6,056 | ★ 248 |
| First released | 2017 | 2018 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | LastPass, Bitwarden |
Why pick each one
Choose Passbolt if…
- Built for team sharing
- Strong encryption model
- Good admin controls
Choose Nextcloud Passwords if…
- Integrates with Nextcloud
- Strong feature set
Frequently asked questions
Is Passbolt or Nextcloud Passwords better?
Neither is universally better. Passbolt has the larger community, while Nextcloud Passwords is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Passbolt and Nextcloud Passwords free and open-source?
Yes. Passbolt is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Nextcloud Passwords under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Passbolt and Nextcloud Passwords with Docker?
Passbolt: yes. Nextcloud Passwords: yes.