Bitwarden's free tier covers unlimited passwords on unlimited devices with sync, which no major competitor matches. The code is open source and has been audited, and self-hosting is available. Sharing with one other person is free; family and team plans are inexpensive.
Who it is for
A cost-sensitive team or family that wants a free password manager with a paid upgrade path.
Key features
- Unlimited passwords on unlimited devices
- Open-source clients and server
- Self-hosted option for teams
- TOTP and file attachments on Premium
- Passkey storage on all plans
- Free sharing between two users
Where it falls short
The interface is functional rather than polished, and the browser extension is slower to autofill than some paid alternatives.
Pricing
Free tier is unlimited passwords and devices with two-user sharing; Premium is around $10 a year, and TOTP plus emergency access are the gates.
Prices move; the tier structure is the part that stays true. Check current pricing on Bitwarden.
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Frequently asked
Is Bitwarden free?
Partly. Free tier is unlimited passwords and devices with two-user sharing; Premium is around $10 a year, and TOTP plus emergency access are the gates.
What is Bitwarden best for?
A cost-sensitive team or family that wants a free password manager with a paid upgrade path.
What are the best alternatives to Bitwarden?
The closest substitutes we list are 1Password and KeePassXC. They sit in a similar price bracket but make a different trade-off, so read the weaknesses section of each review before switching.
Which platforms does Bitwarden run on?
Bitwarden is available on Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android and Browser extension.