Bitwarden vs 1Password

Side-by-Side Comparison

Which Should You Choose?

1Password rates slightly higher, but Bitwarden's much larger review base and free tier make it the safer default for most users; 1Password suits those who want deeper native-app integration.

1Password holds a marginally higher 4.7-star rating, but with only 713 reviews compared to Bitwarden's 4,085 — a much smaller sample to judge consistency from. Bitwarden is free and open-source, while 1Password requests broader permissions including nativeMessaging, downloads, and all-URL access, reflecting its deeper integration with the separate 1Password desktop app. If you want a no-cost, widely-reviewed option, Bitwarden is the more established pick; if you're already invested in 1Password's ecosystem, its rating suggests it delivers well for existing users.