# KeePassXC vs LastPass Published January 1, 2026 · Updated August 10, 2026 KeePassXC is the top pick for most Mac users looking at Password managers. It is free and open-source and installs in one Homebrew command. LastPass is the stronger choice if you are moving off 1Password. As of October 2026, both install with brew install --cask keepassxc and brew install --cask lastpass. For most Mac users in 2026, KeePassXC is the better choice for Password managers because it is free and open source, so you can inspect, self-host, and trust the code. Both install with a single Homebrew command, so the switching cost is low. Choose LastPass instead if you are moving off 1Password. ## Head to head | Factor | KeePassXC | LastPass | | --- | --- | --- | | Price | Free | Free | | Open Source | Yes | No | | Replaces | Dashlane ($60/yr) | 1Password ($3.99/month) | | Best for | password, security, offline | password manager, passwords, vault | | Install | brew install --cask keepassxc | brew install --cask lastpass | | Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy | ## KeePassXC Cross-platform password manager Install: `brew install --cask keepassxc` [KeePassXC on Bundl](https://bundl.run/apps/keepassxc) ## LastPass Password manager Install: `brew install --cask lastpass` [LastPass on Bundl](https://bundl.run/apps/lastpass) ## Features - **Vault Location & Trust Model.** KeePassXC removes the cloud attack surface entirely. - **Price & Limits.** KeePassXC is unbeatable on price; LastPass's Free is intentionally limited. - **Cross-Device Sync.** LastPass wins hands-off sync; KeePassXC wins control but demands setup. - **macOS Integration & Autofill.** Tie: KeePassXC wins native-app Auto-Type, LastPass wins simpler browser setup. - **Passkeys & Future Auth.** LastPass is the more passkey-ready vault today. - **Security Hardening.** KeePassXC offers richer local hardening options. - **Sharing & Emergency Access.** LastPass is the family-sharing manager; KeePassXC is single-user-oriented. - **Offline & Travel Resilience.** KeePassXC is the offline-resilient vault. ## FAQ ### Is KeePassXC really free in 2026? Yes. KeePassXC is GPLv3, no tiers, no subscription, no device caps. The Mac app is free at keepassxc.org and via `brew install --cask keepassxc`. Donations are optional; binaries are notarized for Tahoe 26.x as of the 2.7.12 release cycle. ### How does KeePassXC sync across phone and Mac without a cloud account? Put the encrypted .kdbx file where you already sync files, iCloud Drive, Syncthing, Nextcloud or Dropbox. The file is encrypted locally before it ever touches a sync service, so the sync host sees only ciphertext. Keepass2Android and Strongbox can open the same .kdbx on mobile. ### What did LastPass do wrong in 2022? In late 2022 attackers exfiltrated encrypted vault backups from GoTo/LastPass infrastructure. Encrypted vaults were taken and could be brute-forced offline if the master password was weak, which triggered forced resets, KDF hardening, and the enduring disclosure you see in 2026 reviews. KeePassXC had no cloud to breach. ### How much does LastPass cost in August 2026? Free on one device type only; Premium ~$3/month billed annually (~$36/year, ~$4 monthly), Families ~$4/month for 6 users, Teams ~$4/user/month and Business ~$6/user/month billed annually. Check lastpass.com/pricing for your region's current checkout total. ### Does KeePassXC support passkeys on Mac in 2026? Effectively no as a system passkey provider in August 2026. You can store TOTP and use KeePassXC-Browser for password FIDO-era sites, but for passkey-only vaults LastPass (or Bitwarden/1Password) is the working choice today. Track KeePassXC GitHub releases for future FIDO2 provider work. ### Which is more secure for a Mac? KeePassXC is more locally hardenable, Argon2id, optional key file and YubiKey challenge-response, and removes the cloud breach vector. LastPass is zero-knowledge AES-256 too, but ciphertext custody stays with GoTo, so its security depends entirely on master-password strength after the 2022 theft. ### Which is easier for families? LastPass: Families shared folders and emergency access let relatives recover without handling files. KeePassXC requires sharing a .kdbx or export, which is technical and not suitable for non-technical family members. ### Can I import LastPass into KeePassXC easily? Yes, KeePassXC 2.7.12 (March 2026) specifically added Bitwarden nested folder import polish and its CSV importer handles LastPass exports well. Export CSV from LastPass web vault, import via KeePassXC Database > Import > CSV, then verify groups and re-test browser filling before deleting the CSV securely. ## Sources - [KeePassXC, cross-platform password manager](https://keepassxc.org/) - [KeePassXC, Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KeePassXC) - [KeePassXC 2.7.12 released (2026-03-10)](https://keepassxc.org/blog/2026-03-10-2.7.12-released/) - [LastPass pricing by plan](https://www.lastpass.com/pricing) - [LastPass Free device type limit](https://www.lastpass.com/pricing/lastpass-premium-vs-free) - [LastPass 2022 breach, encrypted vaults taken](https://www.theverge.com/2022/12/22/23522428/lastpass-data-breach-encrypted-vaults) - [LastPass breach history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LastPass) - [KeePassXC review, TechRadar](https://www.techradar.com/reviews/keepassxc) ## Related - [KeePassXC vs Bitwarden](https://bundl.run/compare/keepassxc-vs-bitwarden) - [1Password vs KeePassXC](https://bundl.run/compare/1password-vs-keepassxc) - [LastPass vs Bitwarden](https://bundl.run/compare/lastpass-vs-bitwarden) - [LastPass vs 1Password](https://bundl.run/compare/lastpass-vs-1password) - [Dashlane vs LastPass](https://bundl.run/compare/dashlane-vs-lastpass) ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@graph": [ { "@type": "Organization", "@id": "https://bundl.run/#organization", "name": "Bundl.run", "url": "https://bundl.run", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://bundl.run/og-image.png", "width": 1200, "height": 630 }, "description": "The Ninite for Mac. 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