Passit vs Passky Server
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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Passit
Self-hosted password manager with browser extensions
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Passky Server
Simple, lightweight and open-source password manager backend
| Feature | Passit | Passky Server |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 200 | ★ 243 |
| First released | 2016 | 2021 |
| Replaces | LastPass, 1Password | LastPass, Bitwarden |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Passit or Passky Server better?
Passky Server is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Passit if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Passit and Passky Server free and open-source?
Yes. Passit is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Passky Server under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Passit and Passky Server with Docker?
Passit: yes. Passky Server: yes.