LastPass Alternatives

LastPass was once the first name in password managers. Since then, its free plan has been limited to one device type, and in 2022 the company disclosed a breach in which attackers copied encrypted backups of customer vaults. Many users have moved on. If you are one of them, there are good alternatives at every price, and switching takes less than an hour.

Why people leave LastPass

• The free plan is limited: you can use it on computers or phones, but not both.
• Security concerns: the 2022 breach affected customer trust, even though vaults were encrypted.
• Price: paid plans cost more than some rivals.
• Better options: competitors have caught up and offer more for less.

The alternatives at a glance

Prices on this page are rounded list prices from published sources in 2026, including the price changes made earlier this year. Plans, trial lengths and family limits change often, so confirm the current price on each provider’s own site before you subscribe.

Bitwarden

For most people leaving LastPass, Bitwarden is the easiest answer. The free plan works on unlimited devices, Premium is only $19.80 a year and the code is open source. See LastPass vs Bitwarden for the full comparison.

1Password

If you want an app that feels polished and simple, 1Password is the strongest pick, at the cost of a higher price and no free plan. Read 1Password vs Bitwarden.

Proton Pass

Proton Pass has a useful free plan and a low-cost paid tier that adds unlimited email aliases, an authenticator and monitoring. It suits people who value privacy features.

Dashlane and NordPass

Dashlane is more expensive but bundles a VPN and dark web monitoring, and it no longer has a free plan. NordPass is a low-cost paid choice with a simple design, and it is worth a look if you want to pay little for premium features.

Built-in managers

Google Password Manager, Apple Passwords and the manager in Edge cost nothing and cover basic needs. They work best if you stay within one browser or ecosystem.

How to switch safely

1. Choose your new manager and create an account with a long, unique master password.
2. Turn on two-factor authentication and save the recovery code.
3. In LastPass, export your vault to a file.
4. Import the file into your new manager and check that logins, notes and folders came across.
5. Delete the export file from your device and your trash.
6. Change passwords for your most important accounts, starting with email, banking and work.
7. Delete or close your LastPass account once you are sure everything moved.

Tips for after the switch

• Use the new manager’s password generator for every changed password.
• Enable two-factor authentication on your important accounts.
• Review reused and weak password reports and fix the worst ones first.
• Keep your recovery details somewhere safe but separate from your devices.

How to choose

• Free and works everywhere: Bitwarden or Proton Pass.
• Polished experience: 1Password.
• Privacy-focused with aliases: Proton Pass.
• Want a bundle: Dashlane.
• Only need the basics: a built-in manager.

For a wider overview, read best password managers.

Offline option: KeePassXC

If you do not want your passwords stored on anyone’s servers, KeePassXC is a free, open-source manager that keeps your vault in a file on your own device. You handle syncing and backups yourself, for example with a cloud folder you control. It is powerful but less convenient than the cloud-based options, and it is best for people who are comfortable managing files.

Three example users

Rhea wants free and simple. Bitwarden’s free plan covers her phone and laptop. Carl values design and shares with his wife. 1Password’s family plan suits him. Noor cares about privacy. Proton Pass, with email aliases, matches what she wants.

Choosing a master password

Use a long passphrase made of several random words that you do not use anywhere else, and add a number or symbol if you like. Length matters more than complexity. Do not reuse your old LastPass master password, and do not store the new one in a note on your phone.

Common questions about leaving

• Will I lose my data? Not if you export before you close your account and check the import.
• Do I have to change all my passwords? Prioritize email, banking and work accounts first, then the rest over time.
• Can my family follow? Yes, most managers offer family plans and shared vaults.

What to do with your old LastPass account

Once your new manager works and you have checked the imported data, delete your LastPass vault and close the account. Before you do, make sure nothing important is stored only there, such as secure notes, attachments or shared folders. If you share folders with family or coworkers, tell them first so they can move their items too.

A weekend plan

• Saturday morning: choose a manager, set up the account and import your data.
• Saturday afternoon: check the import and delete the export file.
• Sunday: change passwords for email, banking and work accounts.
• Next week: work through reused and weak passwords a few at a time.

Mistakes to avoid when switching

• Leaving the exported file on your desktop or in cloud storage.
• Closing the old account before checking the import.
• Reusing the old master password.
• Skipping two-factor authentication on the new vault.

Take your time with the cleanup. A few weeks after you switch, run the new manager’s password health report and fix the weakest and reused passwords first. Small, steady changes leave you better protected than a rushed overhaul that you abandon halfway.

Official sources and references

Use these first-party pages to verify current plans, prices, features and eligibility. Offers and terms can change by country, billing period and date; confirm the details that apply to you before buying. Links below are provider documentation, not independent endorsements.

• LastPass plans and pricing
• Bitwarden pricing
• Proton Pass pricing
• 1Password personal plans and pricing