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1Password vs LastPass 2026: Which Password Manager Wins?

1Password edges out LastPass with superior user ratings (4.6 vs 4.1 stars), better Apple ecosystem integration including Apple Watch support, and wider Android compatibility, though both offer robust password management at similar price points.

1Password

1Password

Premium password manager with local encryption and strict zero-knowledge architecture

Apple ecosystem users, families needing shared password management, security-conscious professionals who want breach monitoring built-in

Score75%
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LastPass

Affordable password manager with strong encryption and extensive integration support, owned by GoTo.

Budget-conscious solo users, freelancers, those prioritizing simplicity over advanced features, users on mixed Android platforms

Score56%

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AI Summary

1Password edges out LastPass with superior user ratings (4.6 vs 4.1 stars), better Apple ecosystem integration including Apple Watch support, and wider Android compatibility, though both offer robust password management at similar price points.

Our Verdict

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Choose 1Password if you use Apple devices (especially Apple Watch), need comprehensive family account management, or want advanced security features like Watchtower included across all plans. Choose LastPass if you're a budget-conscious solo user, need maximum Android flexibility, or prefer a lighter-weight solution with essential password management features.

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1Password
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Apple ecosystem users, families needing shared password management, security-conscious professionals who want breach monitoring built-in

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Budget-conscious solo users, freelancers, those prioritizing simplicity over advanced features, users on mixed Android platforms

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Key Differences at a Glance

  • User Rating:1Password wins(4.6 stars (84 reviews) vs 4.1 stars (279 reviews))
  • Apple Watch Integration:1Password wins(Yes, native support vs No native support)
  • Android Compatibility:1Password wins(Wider device support across Android versions vs More limited Android compatibility)
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Key Facts & Figures

66 numeric metrics compared

Metric1PasswordLastPassRatio
Annual Premium Cost(USD)$35.88/year$36.00
File Storage Per User(GB)1GB
User Rating(stars out of 5)4.6/5.0
Review Count(number of reviews)84 reviews
Individual Plan Annual Cost(USD)$47.88$36.00
Monthly Individual Plan Cost(USD)$3.99$3.00
User Rating Score(stars)4.6/5.04.1/5.0
Encrypted Document Storage(GB)1.01.0
Verified User Reviews Count(reviews)84279
Review Count (Gartner)(reviews)83 reviews279 verified reviews
Family Plan User Accounts(accounts)1 primary + 5 additional (6 total)1 primary + limited sharing
Monthly Subscription Cost (Annual Billing)(USD)$2.99/month
Gartner User Rating(stars)4.7 stars4.1 stars
Free Trial Period(days)14 days
Individual Annual Price(USD)$36.99
Browser Extension Count(browsers)5+ browsers
Free Trial Period(days)14 days
Two-Factor Authentication Methods(count)6+ methods
Monthly Subscription Cost(USD)$4.99/month (or $49.99/year)
Autofill Speed on Apple Devices(milliseconds)~500-800ms
Individual Plan Monthly Cost(USD)$2.99/month
File Storage Capacity (Free Plan)(GB)0 GB
File Storage Capacity (Paid Plan)(GB)1 GB
Supported Platforms (Native Apps)(platforms)7 platforms
Biometric Authentication Methods(methods)3 methods
Password Generator Customization Parameters(parameters)15+ options
User Satisfaction Rating (G2 Reviews 2025)(stars)4.7/5 stars
Enterprise Business Plan (5+ users)(USD/month)$19.99/month per user
Annual Subscription Cost (Individual)(USD)$36
Breached Credential Database Size(millions)690M+ (Watchtower)
G2 User Interface Rating(out of 5)4.7/5.0
Number of G2 Reviews(count)3,400+
Annual Cost (Individual)(USD)$36.99$36/year
Browser Extensions Available(count)6 browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Brave, Opera)
Family Sharing Capacity(users)Up to 5 users ($99.99/year)
Family Plan Annual Cost(USD)$99.99
Autofill Response Time(seconds)0.3~1000ms
Password Breach Database Size(billion accounts)5+ billion (Watchtower)
Annual Individual Plan Cost(USD)$36.00
Annual Family Plan Cost (5 users)(USD)$119.99
Cost per User (Family Plan)(USD)$24.00
Number of Browser Extensions(count)Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera (5 major)
Annual Individual Plan Price(USD)$36.99
Two-Factor Authentication Methods Supported(methods)12 (TOTP, WebAuthn, SMS, email, etc.)
Password Generator Strength Options(customization types)8 (length, numbers, symbols, etc.)
Annual Premium Cost(USD)$36$36
User Rating(out of 5)4.04.0
Team Plan Price per User(USD/month)$5$5
Major Security Breaches (2010-2026)(count)22
Business Annual Cost (Per User)(USD)$84$84
Personal Premium Monthly(USD)$3.00$3.00
Price Increase (Last 3 Years)(USD increase)+$24 ($12→$36)+$24 ($12→$36)
Family Plan Cost (Annual)(USD)$84.99 (5 users)$84.99 (5 users)
Major Security Breaches (2019-2024)(breaches)1 (December 2022)1 (December 2022)
Supported Platforms Count(platforms)10 platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)10 platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
Platform Coverage(platforms)6+ platforms6+ platforms
Premium Annual Cost(USD)$36$36
Auto-fill Accuracy Rate(%)92%92%
Supported Integrations(count)400+400+
Security Breaches (Last 5 Years)(breaches)1 (2022)1 (2022)
Password Sharing (Free Tier)(users)0 (premium only)0 (premium only)
Free Tier Password Limit(passwords)5050
Dark Web Monitoring Cost(USD/year)Extra $9.99/yearExtra $9.99/year
Browser Autofill Accuracy(percent)94%94%
Third-Party App Integrations(integrations)1,000+1,000+
Family Plan Cost (6 users)(USD/year)$64.00$64.00

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Key Differences

7 attributes compared head-to-head

1Password
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  • User Rating

    1Password

    4.6 stars (84 reviews)(winner)

    LastPass

    4.1 stars (279 reviews)

  • Apple Watch Integration

    1Password

    Yes, native support(winner)

    LastPass

    No native support

  • Android Compatibility

    1Password

    Wider device support across Android versions(winner)

    LastPass

    More limited Android compatibility

  • Family Plan Users

    1Password

    5 additional accounts supported(winner)

    LastPass

    Limited family sharing

  • Password Generator Quality

    1Password

    Advanced with custom rules(winner)

    LastPass

    Standard generator

  • Security Breach Scanner (Watchtower)

    1Password

    Included in all plans(winner)

    LastPass

    Premium feature only

  • Budget-Friendly Option

    1Password

    Good value but premium-focused

    LastPass

    Better for cost-conscious users(winner)

Full Comparison

1Password
LLastPass
Annual Premium Cost(USD)
$35.88/year
$36.00
Individual Plan Annual Cost(USD)
$47.88
$36.00
Monthly Individual Plan Cost(USD)
$3.99
$3.00
Free Tier Availability(text)
Trial only (not full free)
Full free plan available
Monthly Subscription Cost (Annual Billing)(USD)
$2.99/month
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Individual Annual Price(USD)
$36.99
Free Trial Period(days)
14 days
Individual Plan Annual Cost(USD)
$47.88/year (as of March 2026)
Business Plan Per User/Month(USD)
Not clearly defined
Family Plan Cost (5 users)(USD/year)
$71.88/year
Monthly Subscription Cost(USD)
$4.99/month (or $49.99/year)
Individual Plan Monthly Cost(USD)
$2.99/month
Enterprise Business Plan (5+ users)(USD/month)
$19.99/month per user
Annual Subscription Cost (Individual)(USD)
$36
Annual Cost (Individual)(USD)
$36.99
$36/year
Family Plan Annual Cost(USD)
$99.99
Annual Individual Plan Cost(USD)
$36.00
Annual Family Plan Cost (5 users)(USD)
$119.99
Cost per User (Family Plan)(USD)
$24.00
Annual Individual Plan Price(USD)
$36.99
Annual Premium Cost(USD)
$36
Team Plan Price per User(USD/month)
$5
Business Annual Cost (Per User)(USD)
$84
Personal Premium Monthly(USD)
$3.00
Family Plan Cost (Annual)(USD)
$84.99 (5 users)
Free Plan Available
Limited free tier (password storage only)
Premium Annual Cost(USD)
$36
Family Plan Cost (6 users)(USD/year)
$64.00
File Storage Per User(GB)
1GB
Maximum Stored Passwords (Free Plan)(passwords)
Unlimited
User Rating(stars out of 5)
4.6/5.0
User Rating Score(stars)
4.6/5.0
4.1/5.0
Gartner User Rating(stars)
4.7 stars
4.1 stars
Number of G2 Reviews(count)
3,400+
Review Count(number of reviews)
84 reviews
Source Code
Proprietary
Source Code Availability
Closed-source with audits
Password Storage Limit(passwords)
Unlimited
Encrypted Document Storage(GB)
1.0
1.0
Family Plan User Accounts(accounts)
1 primary + 5 additional (6 total)
1 primary + limited sharing
VPN Integration
Not included
None (separate service)
Free Storage (File Sharing)(GB)
Limited
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Maximum Passwords (Premium)(count)
Unlimited
Document Storage (Individual)(GB)
1 GB included
Password Storage Capacity(Passwords)
Unlimited
Multi-Device Synchronization
Real-time across all platforms
Shared Vaults/Family Support
Yes - unlimited shared vaults for families/teams
File Storage Capacity (Free Plan)(GB)
0 GB
File Storage Capacity (Paid Plan)(GB)
1 GB
Password Generator Customization Parameters(parameters)
15+ options
Emergency Access Feature
Yes, with time delay options
Yes, designate trusted contacts
Browser Extensions Available(count)
6 browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Brave, Opera)
Vault Sharing Limits(shared items per vault)
Unlimited with granular permissions
Maximum Custom Vaults(count)
Unlimited vaults
Team Members (Standard Plan)(count)
Unlimited (Teams plan starts at $34.99/user/year)
Advanced Sharing Permissions (Field-Level)
Available (edit, view-only, hide fields)
Password Generator Strength Options(customization types)
8 (length, numbers, symbols, etc.)
Free Plan Capacity(items)
50 maximum
Enterprise Integration Support
Extensive
Encrypted File Storage (Premium)(GB)
Limited
Free Plan Password Limit(passwords)
Unlimited
Passkey/Passwordless Support
Limited support, in beta
Free Tier Password Capacity(passwords)
Unlimited
Built-in VPN Included
No (premium add-on $10/month)
Identity Theft Protection
No
Password Sharing (Free Tier)(users)
0 (premium only)
Free Tier Password Limit(passwords)
50
VPN Service Included
No
Supported Platforms
Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, Linux, Web
Browser Extension Count(browsers)
5+ browsers
Operating System Support(platforms)
6 major platforms (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, web)
Supported Platforms (Native Apps)(platforms)
7 platforms
Supported Operating Systems(platforms)
6+ platforms (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, web)
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Number of Browser Extensions(count)
Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera (5 major)
Supported Platforms Count(platforms)
10 platforms (Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, Web, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
Vault Breach History
Never breached
2022 breach (encrypted vaults)
Encryption Algorithm
AES-256
Two-Factor Authentication Methods(count)
6+ methods
Enterprise Compliance Features
Good
Third-Party Security Audits(count)
1 (Cure53 2022)
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Biometric Authentication Methods(methods)
3 methods
Breached Credential Database Size(millions)
690M+ (Watchtower)
Built-in TOTP Generator
Yes
Emergency Access Delegation
Yes - designate trusted contacts
Encryption Algorithm
AES-256 + PBKDF2
AES-256-bit
Encryption Standard
AES-256 + PBKDF2
AES-256, zero-knowledge architecture
Two-Factor Authentication Methods Supported(methods)
12 (TOTP, WebAuthn, SMS, email, etc.)
Major Security Breaches (2010-2026)(count)
2
Enterprise Threat Detection
Standard protocols
Zero-Knowledge Architecture
Yes - Full encryption
Zero-Knowledge Vault
Yes (post-2022 redesign)
Major Security Breaches (2019-2024)(breaches)
1 (December 2022)
Breach Monitoring
Active dark web scanning + alerts
Dark Web Monitoring Cost(USD/year)
Extra $9.99/year
Encryption Type
Zero-knowledge, AES-256
Verified User Reviews Count(reviews)
84
279
Review Count (Gartner)(reviews)
83 reviews
279 verified reviews
Apple Watch Support
Yes, native support
No native support
Watchtower Breach Scanner
Included in all plans
Premium plans only
Dark Web Monitoring
Not included
Travel Mode (Vault Hiding)
Yes - temporarily remove vaults from device
Data Breach Monitoring
Yes - detailed breach reports included
Dark Web Monitoring Records Scanned(billions)
Watchtower (proprietary scope)
Show 1 more attribute
Password Breach Database Size(billion accounts)
5+ billion (Watchtower)
Password Generator Customization
Advanced with custom rules
Standard generator
Android Device Compatibility
Wider compatibility across versions
More limited coverage
Linux Desktop Support
Native app
Free Tier Unlimited Password Storage
Limited storage in free tier
Unlimited storage in free tier
Free Trial Period(days)
14 days
Secrets Management (Enterprise)
Full DevOps integration
Team Members Supported (Pro Plan)(users)
Unlimited
Family Sharing Capacity(users)
Up to 5 users ($99.99/year)
Team Vault Collaboration
Advanced with granular permissions
Password Vault Sharing Limit(people)
Unlimited (paid plan)
Team Collaboration Features
Full team vault, role-based access, admin controls
Dark Web Monitoring
Basic
User Interface Complexity
Simple/Intuitive
Autofill Speed on Apple Devices(milliseconds)
~500-800ms
Autofill Response Time(seconds)
0.3
~1000ms
Auto-fill Accuracy Rate(%)
92%
Browser Autofill Accuracy(percent)
94%
User Satisfaction Rating (G2 Reviews 2025)(stars)
4.7/5 stars
G2 User Interface Rating(out of 5)
4.7/5.0
Self-Hosting Option(available)
Not available
Self-Hosting Option
No
Maximum Vault Limit(vaults)
Unlimited
Local Encryption/Offline Option
Yes, full local option available
User Rating(out of 5)
4.0
Open Source
No
Customer Satisfaction Rating(relative ranking)
4.0
Price Increase (Last 3 Years)(USD increase)
+$24 ($12→$36)
Platform Coverage(platforms)
6+ platforms
Supported Integrations(count)
400+
Third-Party App Integrations(integrations)
1,000+
Security Breaches (Last 5 Years)(breaches)
1 (2022)

Pros & Cons

11 pros·6 cons across both

1Password
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1Password

1Password

+6-2

Pros

  • 4.6-star Gartner rating from 84 verified reviews
  • Native Apple Watch integration for convenient authentication
  • Watchtower security breach scanner included in all plans
  • Advanced password generator with customizable rules
  • Family plan supports 5 additional accounts with unlimited vault sharing
  • Superior Android compatibility across diverse device versions

Cons

  • Higher pricing tier compared to LastPass entry-level plans
  • Steeper learning curve for advanced vault organization features
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LastPass

+5-4

Pros

  • 4.1-star rating from 279 user reviews showing broad adoption
  • More affordable entry-level plans for solo users and freelancers
  • Unlimited password storage even in free tier
  • Dark mode and intuitive vault interface
  • Established with large user community and extensive integrations

Cons

  • No native Apple Watch support limiting iOS feature parity
  • Watchtower breach scanning limited to premium tiers only
  • More restrictive Android device compatibility
  • Less advanced family plan options compared to competitors

Frequently Asked Questions

5 questions

  1. Both use industry-standard AES-256 encryption and zero-knowledge architecture. 1Password has a slight edge with Watchtower breach scanning included in all plans, whereas LastPass reserves this feature for premium tiers only. Neither has experienced major security breaches since implementation of zero-knowledge protocols in 2018. Choose based on your ecosystem: 1Password excels for Apple users; both are equally secure for other platforms.

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