Nextcloud Passwords 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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Nextcloud Passwords
Encrypted password manager app for Nextcloud servers
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Psono Client
Browser and web client for the Psono password server
| Feature | Nextcloud Passwords | Psono Client |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 248 | ★ 26 |
| First released | 2018 | 2017 |
| Replaces | LastPass, Bitwarden | LastPass, 1Password |
Why pick each one
Choose Nextcloud Passwords if…
- Integrates with Nextcloud
- Strong feature set
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 Nextcloud Passwords or Psono Client better?
Nextcloud Passwords is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Psono Client if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Nextcloud Passwords and Psono Client free and open-source?
Yes. Nextcloud Passwords 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 Nextcloud Passwords and Psono Client with Docker?
Nextcloud Passwords: yes. Psono Client: yes.