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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated September 30th, 2026 # Reviews of KeePass Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.3 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews BS Brian S Director of ITLibraries, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The security and configuration options, as well as the extensive features, make this product very solid.“ January 4, 2026 GB Gamzat B CEOMedia Production, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “It may be difficult to recover an account if the master password is forgotten.- Potential for keyloggers or other malicious software to capture master passwords.- The user must trust the password manager to keep their data safe and secure.- Users may feel overwhelmed by the complexity of the software.“ January 10, 2023 Do Dasha o ManagerInformation Technology and Services, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Easy to use and gives me peace of mind of having secure passwords without having to memorize them all.“ October 17, 2024 GB Gamzat B CEOMedia Production, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Security of the software and the data stored within it can be compromised.-“ January 10, 2023 AG Alberto Nahum G Associate ProfessorEducation Management, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Another remarkable aspect is how easy it is to organize all your information and data in files and folders, so you can quickly go to the section you need (well, the "Search" option on the top leads you straight to the file you need).“ September 30, 2022 AS Andres S Senior Software EngineerHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Initial set-up, especially if you want to be able to have the same vault on multiple devices, can be time-consuming, as it isn't done for you out of the box.“ August 26, 2022 SC Sarah C Content WriterMarketing and Advertising, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “The best way to use KeePass is for in-browser use, especially since it doesn't have an "official" Android or iOS app--but considering its FOSS, I don't think the lack of official app is necessarily a bad thing.“ October 11, 2022 JD Jelle D Software DeveloperConsumer Goods, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The user interface of this software looks very old, they don't update it so much. Besides that I noticed no user support, so when facing problems you need to find answers yourself, e.g. online“ February 9, 2022 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 583 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Matt H. Technical Operations Manager Computer Hardware Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Keepass review " February 2, 2025 4.0 Pros This is a great free tool for password management. Emphasis on free. Cons I can't really complain as it's free, however the UI good use a refresh. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Director of Service Delivery Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "KeePass For Password Management" December 27, 2024 5.0 It is my go-to password manager and rolling out to our entire organization. I've used it for years, and in my newest position have certain responsibilities over cybersecurity, so distributing a password manager to help encourage users to maintain complex passwords is essential. Pros It's easy to use, simple to install, you can share a key database across devices so that you can get to your list from anywhere. Cons It's really difficult to find flaws in a free tool that offers extensive functionality for storing and managing passwords. I honestly ycan't think of anything I like least. Alternatives considered [NordPass Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/203254/NordPass/)[Bitwarden](https://www.capterra.com/p/210695/Bitwarden/) Reason for choosing KeePass Cost was one of the main factors, but in the end KeePass has all the necessary features anyway, so it was an easy decision. Review Source Wilco V. Webprogrammeur Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good way to keep your passwords secure and safe" January 10, 2019 3.0 Easy to use and a nice way to store secure passwords without trusting a third party to store them online for you, at the cost of some convenience. Pros You do not have to rely on and trust some online service to manage your passwords. You can store everything in a local file and back it up to the cloud if necessary. Uses a very widespread standard so there are many mobile apps for opening the database on your phone and browser extensions for autofill available. You can easily generate a secure password in the program itself. The database can be made harder to crack by brute force by increasing the number of encryption cycles and adding a key file. Cons The interface is a bit outdated. Also, there is no native Linux or MacOS support (it can be run using Mono, but it sometimes has some bugs). You have to manually sync the database between devices and there is no official website autofill feature, which many online password storage services do have. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Systems Integration Specialists Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Own your secrets database - self-managed key management solution" August 12, 2024 5.0 I'm using KeePass for over 5 years now and it has been great experience. It can be easily customized with available plugins. The database is easily backed-up and accessible via different channels. Pros You own the password database which is password-protected and encrypted. Cons It's not integrated with web browsers so not as convenient as some cloud tools with web browser plugins. Switched from [LastPass](https://www.capterra.com/p/151988/LastPass/) KeePass is more mature and actively developed product used by business and private entities alike. Review Source Simon M. Creative Head Media Production Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Once you use KeePass, there's no going back!" June 29, 2021 5.0 KeePass makes it possible to store the passwords (database) in-premise. This makes it possible for us to secure our passwords with the present infrastructure without second guessing the levels of security that is offered. Since we can implement our own cloud storage, all passwords are always a click away whether online or offline; desktop or mobile. We are never going back to another password manager ever! Pros It has never been easier to use a password manager before we started using KeePass. On the closed-source platforms, the per-user fee kept going up with each additional user. Over time, we've even lost access to one of our accounts. This is where KeePass has shined for us. Keeping the database local has helped solve so many of the issues that we otherwise have to deal with while using other password managers. All of this while being completely open source? Easily the best decision that we've ever made. Cons While using a single database in a multi-user, there is always a chance that one user could over the changes made by another user. But, there are plenty of extensions available to add/remove functionality. In our environment, we regularly save versions, thereby securing our own data. Switched from [LastPass](https://www.capterra.com/p/151988/LastPass/) LastPass changed their business model that made it impossible for us to continue using it with long term sustainability. Review Source Nicolas B. Owner Information Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple, complete, efficient for free" October 16, 2022 5.0 Pros This solution is super efficient and flexible. It is possible to install the software or use the portable version in a shared directory to use it on several computers without any synchronization problem. The interface is simple, at the service of efficiency. Cons The interface could be a bit more modern, but that's a detail. The most important are the features. Alternatives considered [Google Workspace](https://www.capterra.com/p/247901/Google-Workspace/)[Bitdefender Antivirus Plus](https://www.capterra.com/p/266585/Bitdefender-Antivirus-Plus/) Reason for choosing KeePass Keepass allows you to manage your data autonomously without depending on a third-party service and any security breaches. Review Source Marco C. Managing Director Translation and Localization Used the software for: 2+ years ### "If you're tech savvy, this is the password manager for you" September 21, 2022 5.0 Pros Quick to install and use. It has lots of plugins and features, covering all the scenarios I need. I especially like the fact that you can store your password archive pretty much everywhere and aren't stuck with a cloud provider or a specific vendor. Cons The GUI is a bit 1990, but all in all it works fine and you don't really need anything fancy to manage your passwords Alternatives considered [Dashlane for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/147623/Dashlane-for-Business/) Reason for choosing KeePass Because it's an open source project. Switched from [LastPass](https://www.capterra.com/p/151988/LastPass/) Because I wanted a password manager that allowed me to store the archive wherever I want. Review Source Youssef K. Chief Technology Officer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The most secure way to manage your passwords" April 16, 2021 5.0 I've been using keepass for a long time. I previously used an online password manager but that service was hacked any all my passwords were exposed. After some research i found keepass and for me it was the perfect solution Pros Keepass is very secure. All your passwords are in 1 encrypted database and your passwords will remain private and inaccessible. Cons The interface is a bit old, it's not as shiny as the other password managers but the functionality is great which makes me not care a lot about the design Switched from [LastPass](https://www.capterra.com/p/151988/LastPass/) My passwords are stored at LastPass and can be stolen if last pass gets hacked Review Source Fernando R. coo Computer Software Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great password management system " November 9, 2022 5.0 we changed from lastpass to keepass because it is free and it has almost all the funcionality Pros It is free, easy of use and does its function very simple and well Cons Better user interface and password protection for some entries Switched from [LastPass](https://www.capterra.com/p/151988/LastPass/) Because keepass it is free and it has basically the same functionality Review Source BS Brian S. Director of IT Libraries Used the software for: 2+ years ### "more options than just about anything else" January 4, 2026 5.0 Pros The security and configuration options, as well as the extensive features, make this product very solid. Cons The interface can be a little daunting for some who may not be as familiar with the features and how they're best used. Review Source MG Murali G. Architect Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "KeePass review" December 16, 2024 5.0 Overall, I am very happy using this tool to store accounts' credentials and use it daily in my work and private activities Pros One of the best password manager to generate, store and use credentials. Very easy to implement and use, very much recommended to generate strong and unique passwords Cons I have not come across any least things in my use cases Review Source SM Stephen M. Retired Software Engineer Printing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I highly recommend KeePass" April 19, 2022 5.0 I use it many times during every day and it allows me to have different, high quality, passwords for every site and I never have to worry about losing them or someone breaking them. Pros I have used KeePass for many years. It is free and, very important, it is open source, which means that it has been thoroughly checked for security problems. KeePass's easily configured auto-type makes browsing easy and very safe. It is also multi-platform. I keep the password database in the cloud with a very secure passphrase, so that my wife and I can easily access it from different devices - Windows, Linux, Android, etc. There are many plugins for KeePass. For instance, I use a plugin (Readable Passphrase) that generates easy to remember but very hard to crack passphrases. The passphrases are easily configured for different types of pattern. A very important feature is that KeePass keeps a history of all changes to every entry Cons The only problem I have had is when KeePass is open on several devices and changes are made on two (or more) of them. KeePass usually manages to combine the changes but it does occasionally fail. The solution is to make sure to save changes immediately. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer IT Director Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Portable and easy to use" February 12, 2020 5.0 Love it. I know I have my passwords when I need them and I do not have to rely on some software company keeping their cloud safe from hackers. My passwords stay with me, and only me. Pros In addition to the installed version on my desktop, I also use the portable version on a USB drive I carry around. Does not require installation on the few other machines I need to check my passwords on. As for functionality, I don't find it lacking and it is easy to use without reading manuals. Going to my bank is as easy as clicking the link in the password entry, then click the username to copy it to the clipboard and paste it, then click the password to copy it to the clipboard and paste it. Copied passwords only sit in the clipboard for 12 seconds (default) before being removed from the clipboard (for security reasons) Cons Can't think of anything. if I had to say something, it is that it does not automatically capture your password when first filling out new logins on web pages. But with the auto generating passwords and the ease of using that password on web pages, it doesn't matter. Review Source ANG Alberto Nahum G. Associate Professor Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Do not forget any password, ever" September 30, 2022 4.0 I was an avid user of KeePass for years because it was an easy and convenient way to store every password, arranged by sections of my life and work. I am still using it, but not so usual because Google is doing an outstanding job remembering my passwords. Nonetheless, sometimes you are using a different computer or need passwords for things that are not online (such as credit card digits or locks), so I still use KeePass every other week. It is a simple and modest-looking software but has proved essential for my work and life several times during the last decade. I guess some people can be scared about privacy issues, but after more than ten years of using it, I have never had any problem. Pros I liked most that KeePass is free. But, beyond this essential aspect, I also enjoy its customizability: I can insert an icon for every password, be it an official ID, a Twitter password, or any bank account. Another remarkable aspect is how easy it is to organize all your information and data in files and folders, so you can quickly go to the section you need (well, the "Search" option on the top leads you straight to the file you need). Finally, I would like to emphasize the importance of syncing the android app with the laptop program so your passwords are always up to date. Cons It is less common now because there is access to the internet everywhere. Still, years ago, I had a challenging moment in an airport: I did not remember my suitcase's three-digit code, but I needed access to the internet to open the app. So, one "con" for me was its dependency on being online. Review Source GS Gerson S. Software Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A very thorough password manager" May 17, 2020 5.0 Overall, I definitely enjoyed my time with KeePass and it was my first password manager and used it for a long time. While I usually did not take advantage of a lot of the options they offered, the main idea of offering a good password generator and storage option is very strong and having those options there was a big plus. I do wish they eventually expand in their software options and do release their own mobile applications and maybe even extensions, but their main software is very well developed. Pros KeePass is a very good password manager in that one can tell that they put a lot of work in allowing lots of freedoms and options of what a user can do. There are tons of options such as determining what encryption one wants to use, allow the file to be exclusive to their PC or one can also setup a way to synchronize across devices however they want to. Not only are there a lot of options in managed the password database itself, there also tons of options in creating passwords themselves. This allows one to have a lot of freedom in what they want from their password manager. Cons The thing with KeePass if one wants to take full advantage of the software they have to make sure to take the time to actually learn what the software offers, which I would say is the cost of the many options, one who is not well versed with computers or such software will definitely have a hard time with the UI. Also the lack of an Official KeePass app makes in hard to setup for mobile and other similar devices, as I would prefer using their software over having to rely on third parties. Review Source Stacey B. Systems Administrator Higher Education Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Simple Effective Secure Storage for all your Passwords." December 10, 2019 5.0 After using other password managers, I have stuck with KeePass for several years now. I use cloud storage for encrypted database accessibility, but all encryption/decryption is done locally. Pros The best feature is that all encryption and decryption is performed on the client system. Encrypted database can be kept anywhere. I keep a copy on my Dropbox and on a USB key. Portable version of software is available. versions for Windows, Linux, MacOS, Android, iOS, Windows Phone, Blackberry, etc., Chances are, there is a version of this software that you can run. Built-in support for AES, plus plugin support for most other encryption methods. This is a great tool to keep your passwords safe, yet available. Plugins available to import or export password from From/To Firefox & Chrome web browsers. Cons Integration with Web Browser is neither intuitive nor built-in. Plugins are needed to support access from a Web Browser. Review Source 💻 Gabriel B. Software Developer Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Keep your passwords secure" May 6, 2021 5.0 Pros As a software developer, I'm very mindful of the security issues that often exist in cloud applications. Since a password manager is going to hold the access to all of your accounts (although you're hopefully 2FA), I only trust it if I'm storing it myself. KeePass checks all the features I'm looking for in my list: offline storage, open source, extensibility, audited often and can autocomplete. There are other not so important features that can be covered via plugins, but I've mostly kept the vanilla experience. I easily login in other devices via cloud storage and key files, so that only trusted devices with my key file and my password can retrieved my valued information. Cons The UI is not very pretty. There are some plugins that help by setting up a theme, but it still looks like a classic Windows application. It can be a slightly more difficult set up than using a cloud service, but it is way more secure. Review Source Nicholas T. Independent Contract Attorney at Epiq Legal Legal Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Password Manager - with Some Caveats" November 5, 2018 5.0 This is good software that does exactly what it says it will do. There isn't cloud connectivity and if you want this to be the one-size-fits-all solution, you're going to have to come up with a workaround for this. But, in the limited and as-advertised set of features of KeePass, you're going to be very happy, especially considering the price. Pros The price is right on this - it is free software, with a variant existing for Windows, Mac, iOS and most likely Android. It allows you to use a single incredibly secure password to be the only one you ever need - you can generate passwords for all your logins and keep everything stored in an encrypted file. Cons There isn't any cloud connectivity with this - if you're logging in on multiple devices then you'll need to keep a single file up to date and accessable on all of your terminals. Since most people login via at least one PC and a phone, there is a major pain point right there. Review Source DR Dominic R. Systems Architect Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great password management tool that is NOT web-based" June 22, 2018 4.0 All of our passwords now have 1 home! Pros I like keeping my password management tools local, not on remote servers for a couple of reasons. First, because password management sites and prime targets for hackers because the rewards are so potentially high. Secondly, because I can't have a situation where a service goes offline and I can't recover my passwords. KeePass allows me and my team to manage our own passwords locally and still backup the key files elsewhere. We were even able to set up multi-user access so that passwords could be shared across a team. We're a small company, but with many clients, and keeping track of all those passwords was getting to be a nightmare. Now we have 1 place for everything! Cons Multi-user mode needs a little bit of work. Basically, whoever saves last could potentially overwrite another users changes, however with a small business like hours, it would be rare for that to happen. However, as we expand and grow, that is definitely a consideration we'll have to make. Also, it doesn't permit you to manage and assign users to different passwords or folders of passwords, it's all or nothing access. Definitely a feature we'll need later on down the road. Review Source Sharudin J. Systems engineer Commercial Real Estate Used the software for: 2+ years ### "KeePass Review" October 16, 2021 5.0 KeyPass is my most used software tool for IT related support jobs. It has made my job a breeze with quick access to all the companies passwords in one secure password book. Pros KeyPass is a secure, locally installed software, with a simple but effective password management tool. This is one tool I use all the time to manage hundreds of passwords for mulitple services. Cons It can be difficult to access your password book when you are out an about as it is a locally installed software. Reason for choosing KeePass It is a simple but effective software that does exactly what it needs to do and not overcomplicate things. Review Source Héctor Joel B. Ingeniero de Implementación y Soporte Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Keepass stores your passwords in a safe and fast way." January 15, 2019 5.0 The idea of having a password manager when you handle numerous amounts of information is helpful, this allows you to have all stored and protected in one place, Keepass can help you with this. You can create subgroups, generate additional information and even the link for the area you need to access on the web, if you use the option of self-access it will make things much easier for you to avoid marking errors. Pros Like many programs that allow you to protect your password and keep them safe when you handle large amounts of information, Keepass being a free program, it turns out to be very complete, it is easy to use and only one password you must keep safe and that is what you allows you to enter the application, its interface is very familiar, it has nothing that makes it difficult to add new keys, generate information so you can identify what they belong to and only a group of users can access. Cons For now I have nothing to add to indicate that Keepass has something wrong. Review Source CM Cindi M. Front Office Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Efficient and easy to use software" April 13, 2022 5.0 KeePass allows are team to work more efficiently and is super easy to use. You can easily changes passwords or create new entries in minutes. Does not take a lot of training and is super user friendly. Pros I love being able to access the KeePass on all our computers. It's makes our daily tasks so much easier by having our common website links stored along with our username and passwords. Helps keep the whole team on the same page when a password changes and avoids us getting locked out of accounts. Cons For the past three years I have been using this software and I haven't found anything that I don't like about it or would change. It's been super manageable and user friendly. Review Source AS Andres S. Senior Software Engineer Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The best free password manager" August 26, 2022 5.0 Once I passed the initial learning curve, it is a terrific piece of software I know cannot live without. Pros On top of the fact that it's free and open-sourced, it is featureful and extensible, able to be used as much or as little as one wants. Cons Initial set-up, especially if you want to be able to have the same vault on multiple devices, can be time-consuming, as it isn't done for you out of the box. Also, it can be daunting to configure each entry for auto-typing, especially for the less technology literate. Switched from [1Password](https://www.capterra.com/p/176113/1Password/) Cost. Keepass is free Review Source VR Verified Reviewer CEO / Lead Architect Computer Software Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Manages passwords well" June 3, 2021 5.0 Keepass has been a reliable keeper of my passwords for years. The manual password management fits my operating style just fine, but I do sometimes run into frustrations with its lack of integration with other software. Pros Organizes and manages passwords well and keeps them in an encrypted format. With a plugin addition, can also sync your passwords to a cloud storage provider and share them across multiple devices. Cons It doesn't integrate with web browsers or applications to automatically enter or record the passwords, so all management is manual. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Software project manager / Development manager Pharmaceuticals Used the software for: 2+ years ### "I couldn't live without it anymore" March 24, 2021 5.0 I use Keepass daily to store both all my job's and personal passwords. I store in it all the information I want to keep private, and it is super easy to use it to autofill all your user/password combo fields. I really could not live without it any more . Pros The most important feature of Keepass is that it is completely offline. It may sounds stupid, but it is the safest way to protect all your passwords without exposing them into a server that could be hacked. Cons If i would be forced into finding something I don't like on Keepass, would be the user interface: very old style, you can feel all the years that have been passed on this piece of software... but it is really not important, to be honest. Review Source Similar Products Featured