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Proton Pass vs 1Password
Context: Password Managers · methodology v1.0.0 · 40 rows
Proton Pass
#3 · 85/100 · Ranked
1Password
#1 · 89/100 · Ranked
| Attribute | Proton PassProton AG | 1PasswordAgileBits |
|---|---|---|
| Identity · Taxonomy | ||
| Documentation | — | https://support.1password.com/ |
| Tags | open-source, privacy, passkeys, swiss, free-tier | password-manager, passkeys, autofill, team-vaults, cli |
| Platform · Deployment | ||
| Browser support | Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge | Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge |
| Delivery model | SaaS, desktop, mobile | SaaS, desktop, mobile |
| Desktop apps | Windows, macOS, Linux | macOS, Windows, Linux |
| Mobile apps | iOS, Android | iOS, Android |
| Operating systems | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Pricing · Licensing | ||
| Free plan | true | false |
| Free trial | true | true |
| License model | open-source | proprietary |
| Open source | true | false |
| Pricing model | free, subscription | subscription |
| Starting price | — | 2.99 |
| Trial length | 14 | 14 |
| Features · Product · Fit | ||
| Core capabilities | Password management, SSO and SCIM provisioning on Professional plans, Apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS plus a CLI, Open-source clients | Password and passkey management, Autofill for logins and payment details, Watchtower security alerts, Shared vaults and item sharing, Cross-device sync across Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android |
| Api · Integrations · Ecosystem | ||
| API available | — | true |
| CLI | true | true |
| Enterprise SSO | — | OIDC |
| Security · Privacy · Compliance | ||
| Regulatory compliance | GDPR, HIPAA | — |
| Security certifications | ISO 27001 | SOC 2 Type II |
| Audience · Use · Case | ||
| Best for | Privacy-focused password manager with a usable free tier and business plans that add SSO, SCIM, and compliance certifications. | Consumer-oriented password manager for individuals and families, with team plans and developer tools for businesses. |
| Company-size fit | individual, SMB, mid-market, enterprise | individual, SMB, mid-market |
| Primary use cases | Personal password management, Family password management | Individual and family password management, Team and business credential sharing, Developer secrets management |
| Skill level | beginner | beginner |
| Lifecycle · Versioning | ||
| Maintenance status | active | active |
| Vendor · Maintainer | ||
| Founded year | 2014 | — |
| Headquarters country | Switzerland | Canada |
| Vendor type | commercial | commercial |
| Ranking factors (current methodology) | ||
| Password Managers — core capability coverage score/100 | 86.0 | 94.0◂ highest |
| Password Managers — outcome quality score/100 | 86.0 | 92.0◂ highest |
| Password Managers — advanced workflow depth score/100 | 82.0 | 90.0◂ highest |
| Password Managers — domain interoperability score/100 | 84.0 | 92.0◂ highest |
| Password Managers — scale / capacity score/100 | 80.0 | 90.0◂ highest |
| Usability & adoption/100 | 88.0 | 92.0◂ highest |
| Reliability & performance/100 | 86.0 | 90.0◂ highest |
| Security, privacy & compliance/100 | 94.0 | 94.0 |
| Interoperability & ecosystem/100 | 82.0 | 92.0◂ highest |
| Value & total cost/100 | 86.0◂ highest | 68.0 |
| Support & documentation/100 | 82.0 | 92.0◂ highest |
| Evidence confidence/100 | 80.0 | 88.0◂ highest |
“—” means unknown (we never treat missing evidence as a negative). Cells reflect each value's current evidence state; superseded or stale values are excluded. Ranking rows are editorial assessments under the cited methodology version — see the Password Managers category for definitions.