LastPass vs KeePass - password manager comparison
Lastpass and Keepass are both well-known password managers. They allow you to store your passwords securely and centrally in one place. We thoroughly examined both programs and compared them with each other.
LastPass vs. KeePass: LastPass offers these functions
LastPass is a chargeable password manager that is installed in the browser as an add-on. In our password manager comparison 2019, the premium version of the program was the test winner. Here you can test LastPass.
- LastPass is a free trial version. With this you can try out all functions for a limited time. Your passwords remain available after the trial period, but you can no longer use the premium functions.
- LastPass Premium costs 2.63 euros per month and is therefore quite cheap compared to other fee-based password managers.
- The security level of LastPass is very high with the AES 256-bit encryption, for program access you have to create a master password. In addition, your own account can be protected by 2-factor authentication.
- Since LastPass is an add-on in the browser, passwords can be accessed worldwide.
- LastPass is also available as an app for mobile devices, both for Android and iOS. The service can be easily unlocked there using Touch-ID or even Face-ID (iPhone X).
KeePass can do that
KeePass is a free password manager that is installed locally on a device. Here you come to our test of KeePass.
- KeePass is free and open source (the source code of the program is visible to everyone). In addition to the offline program, a browser extension can also be installed.
- KeePass is also very secure. Just like with LastPass, your own passwords are protected by AES or SHA 256-bit encryption. A master password must be set to encrypt your own data.
- Like LastPass, KeePass includes its own password generator.
Conclusion: Both password managers can convince
In terms of security, both password managers are top. LastPass scores with more features and greater ease of use. KeePass takes a little more effort to use, but is a good alternative for those who want a secure and free password manager.