Alternatives to Apple Passwords
Apple's built-in password app
Apple Passwords ranks #11 of 14 in Password managers, with an Alt Score of 68. It is proprietary, free from Free and available on macOS, iOS, Windows and Browser extension. 9 of 14 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
Apple device owners who want a built-in way to store and manage passwords, passkeys, and Wi-Fi credentials without a third-party password manager.
A dedicated app for storing passwords, passkeys, two-factor verification codes, and Wi-Fi network passwords, synced across devices via end-to-end encrypted iCloud Keychain. It flags weak, reused, or compromised passwords and leaked passkeys, supports autofill in Safari and other apps, and lets you securely share credentials with family or trusted contacts via shared groups.
Passwords, passkeys, and codes are saved automatically when you sign in to sites and apps, or added manually, then organized into categories and searchable groups. The app autofills saved credentials on request and syncs everything through iCloud Keychain to your other Apple devices, with a companion extension enabling autofill on Windows and in non-Safari browsers.
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Ranked alternatives
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Feature comparison
How Apple Passwords compares with its alternatives, feature by feature.
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Every fact and feature listed for Apple Passwords is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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Pricing model Free verified 2026-07-08
Is there a free version of iCloud? Yes.
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License Proprietary verified 2026-07-08
Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/welcome/mac -
Status active verified 2026-07-08
Passwords User Guide for macOS Tahoe
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/welcome/mac -
Starts at Free verified 2026-07-08
Part of the base iCloud feature set (free tier), not gated behind iCloud+.
Passwords and Keychain. Securely store your passwords and use AutoFill
https://www.apple.com/icloud/ -
Platforms macOS, iOS, Windows, Browser extension verified 2026-07-08
Windows via iCloud for Windows + browser extension (support.apple.com/guide/icloud-windows).
Starting in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and visionOS 2, the Passwords app helps you manage your passwords, passkeys, and verification codes.
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E2E encryption (zero-knowledge) Yes verified 2026-07-08
iCloud Keychain allows users to securely sync their passwords and passkeys ... without exposing them to Apple.
https://support.apple.com/guide/security/icloud-keychain-security-overview-sec1c89c6f3b/web -
Passkey support Yes verified 2026-07-08
A passkey is a way to sign in to a website account or an app, without needing to create and remember a password.
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/passkeys-mchl4af65d1a/mac -
TOTP / 2FA codes storage Yes verified 2026-07-08
Some websites and apps offer two-factor authentication ... which helps prevent other people from accessing your accounts
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/verification-codes-mchl873a6e72/mac -
Browser autofill Yes verified 2026-07-08
You can use iCloud Passwords in a third-party browser, and you can get extensions for additional features, such as AutoFill.
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/get-extensions-mchlf7ac261e/mac -
Secure sharing Yes verified 2026-07-08
You can use AirDrop to securely share passwords and passkeys with an iPhone, iPad, or another Mac.
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/share-with-one-person-mchl7bc32796/mac -
Breach monitoring Yes verified 2026-07-08
Your Mac can also securely monitor your passwords and alert you if they appear in known data leaks.
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/recommendations-mchl506a0d14/mac -
Hardware key support (FIDO2) Yes verified 2026-07-08
Security key," then follow the instructions onscreen."
External security key: Click Other Options, click
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/passkeys-mchl4af65d1a/mac -
Family / team vaults Yes verified 2026-07-08
You can share account passwords or passkeys with roommates, family members, or anyone else who is listed in your contacts.
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/share-with-a-group-mchlc00a3602/mac -
Password health report Yes verified 2026-07-08
your Mac automatically identifies common weaknesses (for example, if they're easily guessed or used multiple times).
https://support.apple.com/guide/passwords/recommendations-mchl506a0d14/mac
FAQ
Yes. Proton Pass, Zoho Vault and RoboForm have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.
Psono, Proton Pass and Padloc — every license claim links its source.