Password Managers
LastPass lost encrypted customer vaults in its 2022 breach, and attackers also got unencrypted data such as website URLs. Zero-knowledge design only protects you when independent audits back it up. Most “best password manager” lists rank by affiliate payout, not security. I use Keeper as my primary manager and point budget-conscious users to Bitwarden because its code is open source. Check audit history, encryption model, and breach record before you store your vault anywhere.
Keeper
What I actually use after testing 15 managers over 6 years. Built-in TOTP, flawless autofill, zero breaches ever. They spend money on development instead of affiliate commissions, which is why you don't see them topping every "best of" list.
Bitwarden
Most generous free tier that actually works. Unlimited passwords, unlimited devices, open source code anyone can audit. The interface looks basic, but it does everything you need without the year price tag.
1Password
Polished UI and Travel Mode for crossing borders. Good if you want something prettier than Bitwarden and don't mind paying extra for design. Not better than Keeper for daily use, just shinier.
Proton Pass
Swiss privacy and unlimited email aliases. Great if hiding your real email matters more than anything else. Some bank sites refuse to work with it, which is frustrating when those are exactly the logins you need most.
RoboForm
Been around since 1999 and still handles complex forms better than anyone except Keeper. Government paperwork, insurance applications, multi-field checkouts. Looks dated but works when others fail.
NordPass
Heavily promoted by affiliates because Nord pays well. Load times are painfully slow, autofill rarely works, and it mixes up autogenerate with autofill constantly. Only use it if you get it free through Revolut.
LastPass
Got hacked in 2022, users are still losing crypto in 2025. $35M traced, $250M estimated total losses. UK fined them £1.2M for inadequate security. Move your funds and switch managers immediately if you ever used them.
Dashlane
Killed their free plan in September 2025. Now $4.99/month minimum while 1Password charges less for better features. Includes a VPN you probably don't need if you already have one.
KeePass
Strong cryptography, fully open source, completely free. Also distributed through trojanized installers on fake download sites. Unless you verify checksums manually, Bitwarden's free tier is safer and easier.
