Nextcloud Passwords vs Psono
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
Self-hosted password manager for teams
| Feature | Nextcloud Passwords | Psono |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, bare-metal | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 248 | ★ 700 |
| First released | 2018 | 2017 |
| Replaces | LastPass, Bitwarden | 1Password, LastPass |
Why pick each one
Choose Nextcloud Passwords if…
- Integrates with Nextcloud
- Strong feature set
Frequently asked questions
Is Nextcloud Passwords or Psono better?
Neither is universally better. Psono 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 Nextcloud Passwords and Psono free and open-source?
Yes. Nextcloud Passwords is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Psono under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Nextcloud Passwords and Psono with Docker?
Nextcloud Passwords: yes. Psono: yes.