Comparison
SyncPass vs KeePassXC vs Bitwarden vs Enpass
We make SyncPass, so read this with that in mind. We have tried to be fair: each of these is a good password manager, and they differ mainly in where your vault lives, whether you need an account, and which devices you use.
Last checked: October 2026. Plans and features of other products change; check their websites before you decide.
Side by side
| SyncPass | KeePassXC | Bitwarden | Enpass | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Where the vault lives | Encrypted database on your phone or PC | Encrypted file on your computer | Bitwarden's servers (or your own server), cached on devices | Encrypted file on your devices |
| Account needed | No | No | Yes | No |
| Platforms | Android, Windows | Windows, macOS, Linux | All major platforms and web | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS |
| Phone app | Android (official) | None official; community apps such as KeePassDX open the same file | Android, iOS | Android, iOS |
| Sync between devices | Optional, through your own Google Drive (Premium) | You sync the file yourself (any cloud folder or USB) | Automatic through Bitwarden | Your own cloud (Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, iCloud, WebDAV) or local Wi-Fi |
| Built-in 2FA codes | Yes (Premium) | Yes | Yes (Premium) | Yes |
| Passkeys | Android 14+ passkey provider | Yes, through its browser extension | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Free version | Up to 15 items, no ads | Completely free | Unlimited items; some features paid | Up to 25 items |
Which one fits you
You want everything on every device with zero setup
Bitwarden
Automatic sync, apps everywhere, open source and audited. You trust its servers with your encrypted vault and need an account.
You want free, open-source and fully under your control on a computer
KeePassXC
A local file, no account, very mature. You handle sync and pick a separate mobile app yourself.
You use iPhone or Mac and want a local vault with your own cloud
Enpass
Offline-first with apps on every platform and sync through a cloud you already use.
You use Android and Windows and want no account and no vendor cloud
SyncPass
A local encrypted vault on the phone and PC, optional sync only through your own Google Drive, with 2FA codes and passkeys in the same app.
Where SyncPass falls short: no iPhone or Mac app, no shared family vaults, not open source, and a free version limited to 15 items.
Frequently asked questions
Which password manager is the most secure?+
All four encrypt the vault on your device before it is stored anywhere, so a good master password matters more than the brand. The real difference is the trust model: Bitwarden keeps the encrypted vault on its servers, while KeePassXC, Enpass and SyncPass keep it on your devices unless you choose a cloud yourself. Open-source code (KeePassXC, Bitwarden) can be audited by anyone.
Is SyncPass open source?+
No. If auditable source code is a requirement for you, KeePassXC or Bitwarden is the better choice.
Can I move my passwords to SyncPass?+
On Android, SyncPass imports Bitwarden (CSV and JSON), Google Chrome and LastPass (CSV) and Kaspersky (TXT) exports, and 2FA accounts from a Google Authenticator export QR code. Logins whose 2FA secret is an otpauth link keep their settings. There is no direct KeePassXC import yet.
Why compare products you compete with?+
Because people ask AI assistants and search engines this exact question, and a one-sided answer does not help anyone. If another tool fits you better, use it.
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