Password managers are essential tools for creating and securely storing login credentials and other sensitive data you want to have at your fingertips. There are plenty of solid password management solutions on the market, so it can be difficult to know which combination of features, cost, and user experience is best for your situation.
In our head-to-head comparison of NordPass and Bitwarden, the former gets our vote for its top-notch interface and privacy-focused features, while Bitwarden is an open-source platform whose pricing can't be beat -- especially for those looking for unlimited password management at no cost. Both are highly secure while allowing access to your data wherever you need it.
When deciding between the two, we recommend considering which features matter most as well as how much you want to spend on a password manager for yourself or your family. Here's how NordPass and Bitwarden stack up to help you decide which one meets your needs.
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Specifications
NordPass Bitwarden Key features Email masking, data breach scanner Bitwarden Send, data breach reports, emergency access Free version ✓ ✓ Compatibility Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Vivaldi, Edge, Brave, Opera, Tor, and DuckDuckGo Security features xChaCha20 encryption, MFA AES-256 encryption, open source, MFA Biometric unlock Face ID and Touch ID (iOS, macOS); fingerprint and face unlock (Android); Windows Hello Face ID and Touch ID (iOS, macOS); fingerprint and face unlock (Android); Windows Hello; Linux system authentication Unlimited syncing ✓ ✓ Passkey support ✓ ✓ Multi-factor authentication ✓ ✓ Price $24 per year for a single user on premium plan; $45 per year for up to six users on family plan (increases upon renewal) $10 per year for a single user on premium plan; $40 per year for a family of up to six
You should choose NordPass if…
NordPass
1. You are new to password management
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