Password Managers review

1Password review

Name: 1Password review
Item: 1Password
Rating: 9.3
Author: ChoosyOwl

Best for families

Polished, security-focused password manager with strong family and business plans. Families and teams who want polished apps and a security model that is clearly documented, and who are happy to pay. We rank it #2 of 7 in our password managers comparison, with an editorial score of 9.3 out of 10.

Updated November 14, 2026By the ChoosyOwl editorial teamHow we rank

9.3/10

Our editorial score

1Password scores very highly on Security model & transparency thanks to its Secret Key design, stated SOC 2 Type 2 certification and published independent assessments, and on Platforms & everyday use with polished apps across all major systems. Its Families plan and Watchtower alerts help on Sharing, family & business plans and Passkeys & account protection. It scores lower on Free plan & value transparency because there is no free plan, only a free trial.

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Quick facts

Our rank#2 of 7

Best forBest for families

PlatformsmacOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, browser, CLI

Free planNo; free trial available

Security model (as stated)Account password plus Secret Key; states SOC 2 Type 2 and independent assessments

Facts checkedNovember 14, 2026

Details are general and can change. Check current plans, prices and terms on the 1Password site. See the 1Password company profile in our brand directory.

Overview

1Password is a paid password manager known for polished apps and a security design that combines your account password with a Secret Key generated on your device. Its security page says this dual-key model means it cannot see what you have saved, that it is SOC 2 Type 2 certified, and that it is regularly assessed by independent experts and publishes the results.

Personal plans include Individual and Families, which covers five users. There is no free plan; 1Password offers a free trial instead. Business and Enterprise plans add admin controls and, on Enterprise, broader access-management tools.

Apps are available for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS and Android, in the browser and as a command-line tool. Watchtower flags security risks such as weak or reused passwords, and passkeys are supported. Check the current plans and trial terms on 1Password's site.

Pros and cons

Pros

Polished, easy-to-use apps
Distinctive Secret Key security design
States SOC 2 Type 2 certification and independent assessments
Strong family and business options

Cons

No free plan, only a free trial
Losing your Secret Key and password complicates recovery
Can cost more than rivals with free tiers (check current prices)

Key features

Account password plus device-generated Secret Key
Watchtower alerts for weak, reused or exposed passwords
Passkey support
Families plan for five users
Apps for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android and browsers

Who 1Password is for

A good fit if

Families and teams who want polished apps and a security model that is clearly documented, and who are happy to pay.

Look elsewhere if

Anyone who needs a free password manager for the long term.

How we scored 1Password

Our password managers score weighs security model & transparency (30%), platforms & everyday use (20%), passkeys & account protection (15%), sharing, family & business plans (15%), free plan & value transparency (20%). See the methodology.

1Password alternatives

#1
Bitwarden
Best overall
Open-source, end-to-end encrypted password manager with a free plan that covers every device.
- Always-free personal plan with sync across devices
- Open-source code and published third-party audits
- Passkey management and an integrated authenticator
- Families plan for up to six users
9.4/10
Editorial score
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#3
Proton Pass
Best for privacy
Privacy-first password manager from Proton with email aliases and a generous free plan.
- Free plan with unlimited logins, devices and passkeys
- Hide-my-email aliases built in
- Zero-knowledge, end-to-end encryption (as stated)
- Open source and independently audited (as stated)
9.0/10
Editorial score
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#4
Keeper
Best for business compliance
Zero-knowledge password manager with a long list of stated certifications for business.
- Zero-knowledge, zero-trust architecture (as stated)
- Lists SOC 2, ISO 27001, FedRAMP High and FIPS 140-3 validation
- Passkey storage and autofill
- Family plan for five users with private vaults
8.8/10
Editorial score
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1Password FAQ

Does 1Password have a free plan?

No. 1Password offers a free trial of its paid plans rather than a free tier. Check the current trial length and terms on 1Password's site.

What is the 1Password Secret Key?

The Secret Key is a code created on your device that is combined with your account password to protect your data. 1Password says it never stores your password, so the two together are needed to decrypt your vault. Keep a copy of your Emergency Kit somewhere safe.

How many people does 1Password Families cover?

1Password's pricing page says the Families plan includes five users. Check the site for current details on adding more members.

Sources and fact check

We checked the facts on this page against 1Password's own website on November 14, 2026.