Password manager pricing, compared
What password managers actually cost in 2026 — and why LegendPass gives you the most for the least, including a genuinely free vault.
| Plan | LegendPass | Bitwarden | 1Password | LastPass |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Unlimited vault | Unlimited (limits) | No free vault | 1 device type |
| Free 2FA codes | Yes | Premium | Premium | Premium |
| Individual paid | $9.99/mo · $69.99/yr | ~$10/yr | $2.99–3.99/mo | $3–4/mo |
| Key extra at paid | Media + document vault | Advanced 2FA | Watchtower, vaults | Dark-web, secure notes |
| Zero-knowledge | Yes | Yes | Yes | Partial |
| No backdoor | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
How much should a password manager cost?
Core password management should cost nothing: LegendPass and Bitwarden both secure unlimited passwords free. For premium extras, a fair range is roughly $10–$4/year for individuals — LegendPass Premium is $69.99/year ($5.83/month average), Bitwarden about $10/year, while 1Password and LastPass charge more per month.
Why is LegendPass free when others charge?
It is a business model, not an accident. LegendPass keeps the vault free to grow adoption, then earns revenue from a single flat Premium plan ($9.99/month or $69.99/year) that adds on-device media and document vaults plus dual verification. There are no add-ons and no per-device limits.
Is the LegendPass free plan really unlimited?
Yes. Unlimited passwords, secure notes, autofill in Chrome, Brave, Edge, and Firefox, a password generator, a built-in 2FA authenticator, and a private digital vault — all free, no credit card, not a trial. Only the media and document vaults and dual verification require Premium.
What is the cheapest way to get Premium?
The yearly subscription is the cheapest per month: $69.99/year works out to $5.83/month (save 42% vs $9.99/month), billed once through the App Store or Google Play and cancellable any time.
Do expensive password managers unlock more features?
Not meaningfully for most people. The features that matter — unlimited encrypted passwords, autofill, generator, 2FA, cross-platform sync — are free in LegendPass and shared by cheaper paid plans. Paying more buys polish and brand, not more security.
Pricing — FAQs
How much does a password manager cost per year?
Most password managers run $10–$48/year for individuals. LegendPass Premium is $69.99 billed yearly ($5.83/month average), while the core vault — unlimited passwords, autofill, and 2FA codes — is free. Bitwarden Premium is about $10/year; 1Password and Dashlane are roughly $36–$48/year.
Is there a password manager that is free forever?
Yes. LegendPass and Bitwarden both have genuinely free, unlimited plans with no credit card or trial expiry — the core vault stays free forever. LegendPass free also includes a built-in 2FA authenticator and private digital vault.
Why does LegendPass cost less than 1Password or LastPass?
Because the core is free and there is one flat Premium price. LegendPass does not gate unlimited passwords or autofill behind a subscription, and it has no per-feature upsells — Premium simply adds the on-device media and document vaults and dual verification.
What is the cheapest password manager that is also secure?
The cheapest secure option is free: LegendPass offers unlimited zero-knowledge encrypted passwords at $0, with no recovery backdoor. If you pay, LegendPass Premium at $5.83/month billed yearly and Bitwarden Premium at ~$10/year are the two best-value paid plans.
Do I have to pay after a free trial?
No trial expiry exists on LegendPass core. The free plan is ongoing, not a trial, so you never face a forced payment. Premium is an optional upgrade you can cancel any time from the App Store or Google Play.
Free to start. One price to upgrade.
Unlimited passwords free forever, or Premium at $9.99/month / $69.99/year. No trial expiry, no per-feature fees, cancel any time.
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