What is 1Password?
1Password is a password manager with plans for individuals and businesses. It has apps for macOS, iOS, watchOS, Windows, Android and Linux, plus browser extensions.
There’s no permanent free plan; the individual and family plans come with a 14-day free trial. The plans include end-to-end encryption, Watchtower security alerts, passkey support and 1 GB of storage per user. 1Password can also store websites’ one-time passwords (2FA codes) and fill them in automatically.
Why look for a 1Password alternative?
1Password is a feature-rich product. People who look for an alternative usually do so for reasons of budget and how they use it:
- They want a password manager they can use without paying for a subscription.
- They don’t want to pay per person for their family or a small team.
- They prefer a different interface or a different approach to the product.
If you’re happy paying for 1Password and use its extra platforms, there may be no need to switch. If cost is the main concern, the comparison below shows what you would and wouldn’t give up.
1Password vs. KeyZula: how do they compare?
| Feature | KeyZula | 1Password |
|---|---|---|
| Price for individuals | Free; every feature included | Individual $3.99/mo (billed yearly) |
| Permanent free plan | Yes | No; 14-day free trial |
| Family use | Shared vault with a free organization | Families $5.99/mo (5 people, billed yearly) |
| Storing and filling 2FA (TOTP) codes | Free | Yes (all plans are paid) |
| Passkeys | Free | Yes |
| File storage | Free; 100 MB per account | 1 GB per user |
| Team plan | Free; SSO via OIDC included | Teams Starter Pack $2.49/user/mo (10–20 users), Business $8.99/user/mo (billed yearly) |
| Apps | Web, iPhone/iPad/Mac, Android, Chrome, Edge, Brave, Firefox, Safari, command line | macOS, iOS, watchOS, Windows, Android, Linux and browser extensions |
1Password information compiled on from the 1password.com/pricing pages and the support.1password.com help pages. Prices are regular list prices in US dollars, billed yearly (new customers may get a promotional price for the first year). 1Password is a registered trademark of its owner. Compare →
In short: both products store and fill in 2FA codes and passkeys. 1Password does it on paid plans only, with more storage and a wider set of native apps; KeyZula does it for free, with a smaller storage allowance and no desktop apps for Windows or Linux.
What does KeyZula offer?
KeyZula aims to cover 1Password’s core use cases for free:
- Passwords, passkeys, secure notes, payment cards and documents, all in one vault.
- A built-in 2FA authenticator, autofill, and the code copied to your clipboard after autofill.
- Send: pass on a password or note through an end-to-end encrypted link that expires, even to someone without an account.
- Emergency access: someone you trust can view your vault read-only after a waiting period you set.
- Free organizations, departments and collections; SSO via OIDC, access logs and admin policies.
- For developers, a command-line tool with an SSH agent and secrets management (macOS and Linux).
For a family or a small team, this means sharing through a free organization instead of paying for each person.
Where is 1Password stronger?
There are also areas where 1Password is ahead of KeyZula:
- Range of platforms: Desktop apps for Windows and Linux, plus watchOS support. KeyZula has no desktop app for Windows or Linux; on these systems you use the web vault, the browser extension and (on Linux) the command-line tool.
- More storage: 1 GB per user, compared with 100 MB per account for file attachments in KeyZula.
- Travel mode: Hides selected vaults from your devices when you cross a border. KeyZula doesn’t have this feature.
- Business integrations: The Business plan lists integrations with Okta, Entra ID, OneLogin and Duo. KeyZula offers SSO via OIDC; SAML and SCIM aren’t available yet.
If you store large files, depend on travel mode, or need native desktop apps on Windows or Linux, 1Password may suit you better.
How do you switch from 1Password to KeyZula?
Switching takes a few minutes, and your export file is never sent to our servers:
- In the 1Password desktop app, go to File → Export, choose your account and export in 1PUX format. CSV is supported too, but 1PUX imports cards and notes more completely.
- Create your KeyZula account and upload the file on the Settings → Import page of the web vault. The file is never sent to the server; it’s read in your browser and each item is encrypted on your device.
- Archived or deleted 1Password items aren’t imported. When you’re done, delete the unencrypted export file.
Frequently asked questions
Is 1Password free?
1Password’s pricing page doesn’t list a permanent free plan; the individual and family plans can be tried free for 14 days. Every KeyZula feature is free.
Will my 2FA codes from 1Password carry over to KeyZula?
The one-time password (TOTP) fields in your 1Password export are imported into KeyZula, and the codes are then generated by KeyZula’s built-in authenticator. We recommend checking the codes for a few of your accounts after the import.
Does KeyZula have a Windows app?
Not yet. On Windows, you can use KeyZula through the web vault and the Chrome, Edge, Brave or Firefox extension.
Should I export from 1Password as 1PUX or CSV?
KeyZula supports both, but 1PUX imports cards and notes more completely, so we recommend it. Whichever you choose, delete the unencrypted file once the import is done.
Can I share with my family or team without paying per person?
Yes. In KeyZula, organizations are free: you share collections with your family or team, and SSO via OIDC and access logs are included. 1Password lists Families at $5.99/mo for 5 people and charges per user for its team plans.
Does KeyZula have travel mode?
No. 1Password’s travel mode, which hides selected vaults from your devices when you cross a border, has no equivalent in KeyZula today. If you rely on it, keep this in mind before switching.