Passit vs Psono Client
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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Psono Client
Browser and web client for the Psono password server
| Feature | Passit | Psono Client |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Python | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 200 | ★ 26 |
| First released | 2016 | 2017 |
| Replaces | LastPass, 1Password | LastPass, 1Password |
Why pick each one
Choose Psono Client if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Passit or Psono Client better?
Neither is universally better. Passit has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Passit and Psono Client free and open-source?
Yes. Passit is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Psono Client under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Passit and Psono Client with Docker?
Passit: yes. Psono Client: yes.