A good password manager generates strong passwords, fills them in for you and keeps them encrypted. In 2026 the point is not the “best brand”, but that you use something trustworthy — plus two-factor authentication.
How we chose
- Only providers’ own pricing and product pages (no competitor round-ups or affiliate lists).
- Monthly price from the longest public term; free tier, devices and a short security note.
- Finnish UI marked “Not verified” if we did not see the language option ourselves.
- No invented figures: if a price could not be read, the row is unverified or the field is empty.
What to compare
- Free vs paid: Bitwarden and Proton Pass free cover unlimited devices; Dashlane free is capped at 25 passwords.
- Real monthly price: intro vs normal (e.g. 1Password $2.99 → $3.99).
- Zero-knowledge / encryption model and recovery if you lose the master password.
- Sharing (family, team) and passkey support.
- Platforms: browser extension, iOS, Android, desktop.
Who suits what?
- Bitwarden: affordable Premium, open source, strong free tier.
- Proton Pass: if you already use the Proton ecosystem.
- 1Password: polished experience; no ongoing free tier.
- NordPass: cheap long term; check the renewal price.
- Dashlane: price is dynamic on the page — confirm at checkout; free = 25 passwords.
Remember: a manager does not replace 2FA. Do not reuse your master password elsewhere.
Frequently asked questions
Is the browser’s built-in password save enough?
For basic use maybe. A dedicated manager usually syncs better across browsers and phone, and many offer stronger sharing plus breach monitoring.
Is free Bitwarden safe?
Bitwarden is open source and offers end-to-end encryption. The free tier is enough for many; Premium adds broader 2FA options. Always read the service’s own docs.
What if I forget the master password?
In zero-knowledge services the provider cannot restore the vault. Use the service’s recovery steps (e.g. recovery key) and store them safely offline.