9 Best Password Managers In Australia (2025)

First, it was “must contain numerals”, then it was “can’t contain repeated characters”; now your password “must contain a quintillion Egyptian hieroglyphics and Scandinavian runes”.

I exaggerate, of course. But keeping on top of passwords has become an administrative nightmare – in our personal and professional lives.

You don’t need that kind of headache. You need a password manager that works across multiple devices and operating systems.

1. NordPass.

Monthly Paid Plans Starting At $1.29.

Nord is arguably one of the most reputable companies in the online privacy and security sector.

Their encryption algorithm is one of the most advanced and safest in the market. Here’s why I love using NordPass above all else.

Pros.

Unlike many password managers, NordPass has no storage limits on how many secure passwords you can use. Dashlane’s free account only lets you use up to 25 passwords.

NordPass also captures addresses, phone numbers, and credit card information, so you don’t need to key in those every time you submit a form.

It syncs beautifully between different ecosystems – say, if you’re using Windows on your laptop and iOS and Android apps on your smartphone.

Total Password (which features in this review) doesn’t give you that functionality. If you’re unfamiliar with SSO, you can sign in once and gain access to multiple independent apps – and once only!

It’s such a bore-fest when you’re starting your working day, and have to log into several independent systems, all with unique passwords and usernames.

You can also set up NordPass with two-factor authentication (highly recommended!) – which is massive peace of mind if your master password falls into the wrong hands.

It’s quick and easy to perform a scan, and the intuitive dashboard makes it easy to identify and troubleshoot any existing passwords that need changing.

Lastly, you can store up to 3GB of secure notes (company accounts, classified documents, intellectual property, strategic plans, etc.) that you want to keep out of the public domain but away from shared network drives like OneDrive and Dropbox.

That’s more storage space than any other in this review.

Cons.

NordPass’s biggest hindrance is its free version, which only allows you to stay logged in on one device at any time.

That’s a pain if you’re in the habit of using your smartphone and laptop while you work or go about your life admin.

There have been times when I’ve had to copy my password from NordPass manually, then paste it into my application because auto-fill decides to randomly take a snooze.

Doing this manually is going to cost you a few minutes.

It was my fault, though. I just needed to enter each app’s settings to grant permission to auto-fill and save the information.

Usually, you’re prompted when opening the software program, but that’s not the case with all apps.

The customer service team is uber-professional, though.

Verdict.

The features provided in the free version of NordPass are superb, yet the full product’s regular price is completely affordable.

The web scan feature is worth paying for the premium version.

The secure password-sharing feature is only available in premium plans, though, so if you want to share passwords with family members seamlessly, you’ll need to pay your tithe.

Besides, being unable to log in to multiple devices becomes a logistical challenge.

Nordpass Specifications.

2. LastPass.

Monthly Paid Prices Starting At $4.50.

LastPass is well-known for both the right and wrong reasons.

Before dropping truth bombs on their shortcomings, I want to share the best bits. LastPass made it into this review on merit, despite suffering a couple of rocky patches.

Pros.

LastPass’s enterprise options are great for medium to large businesses. Firstly, a word on compliance: LastPass is SOC 2, SOC 3, C5, ISO 27001, and GDPR compliant.

For example, Passwork, a password manager exclusively targeting businesses, confirmed that they “don’t have certificates and public security audits”.

They then proceeded to ask me to “clarify whether SOC 2 and ISO 27001 are ‘must-have’ features?”

I don’t doubt that they were trying to be helpful, but even asking me to clarify suggests they don’t know that businesses need this level of reassurance.

Without these external audits, there is no way of independently verifying the security standards of a company.

Unlike NordPass, which gives you access to a dashboard, LastPass notifies you if your information gets compromised through its dark web monitoring.

Business managers get access to a command centre to manage and monitor usage across the organisation for more robust compliance, auditing, and reporting.

Managers can also restrict access to specific devices and locations. There are over 100 policies you can mandate.

Access to this centrally is a huge time-saver because you can grant and revoke access to LastPass and all the applications within a user’s vault through your user directory.

LastPass’s free account also lets you share passwords with others, unlike NordPass’s free account.

Cons.

So, time to spill the tea.

In August 2022, LastPass suffered a security breach, which took LastPass’s security team four days to detect and shut down the attackers.

But back in 2015, LastPass was hacked, and the hackers gained access to email addresses, password reminders, and authentication hashes.

It’s not a great track record, but the most recent hack could be seen as a stress test. Even after four days of free rein in 2022, the hackers couldn’t access passwords and customer data.

The platform is closed-source, meaning it’s not possible to know if there are any vulnerabilities in the software.

Bitwarden (discussed later) is open-source software, meaning anyone can scrutinise the application’s code.

Open-source programs are transparent because they have nothing to hide.

The system in itself is good, although the user interface is a little drab and void of personality.

Annoyingly, if you want to get in touch with a sales or technical team, you’ve got to fill out a web form.

Verdict.

Do password managers deserve second (and third) chances? LassPass’s track record is hard to ignore.

Companies that value convenience will appreciate the features LastPass offers their team – as will individuals who can share credentials with their family members.

But security-conscious people should seek out an open-source platform like Bitwarden or Passwork.

LastPass Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	1
Emergency Access:	Yes
Free Version:	Yes
Secure Sharing:	Yes
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Internet Explorer, Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera.
Vault Export:	Yes
Single Sign-on:	Yes
Password Storage Limit:	Unlimited
Basic File Storage Limit:	50mb

3. Dashlane.

Monthly Paid Prices Starting At $3.33.

Dashlane is a great password manager that accommodates both large businesses and individuals.

It has some distinctive features that other password managers haven’t yet launched, so they’re ahead of the curve in many areas – yet they’re behind in other aspects of their basic infrastructure.

Pros.

Amongst all the usual features of a password manager (such as password generation, secure sharing, etc.), there are some aspects of Dashlane that few password managers offer.

ExpressVPN costs around $10.99 per month for just a VPN service.

And don’t forget that Nord offers a standalone VPN service.

It’s a shame they don’t do a bundle with a discount. So, Dashlane’s offering isn’t some gimmicky add-on. They’ve partnered with Hotspot Shield to offer a superb package.

Aside from the VPN bonus, Dashlane’s newest password feature is an absolute game-changer! You can change all your passwords at once with just one click.

It’s not hard to imagine a future in which it’s possible to do this for all your applications – and I would imagine Dashlane will be one of the earliest pioneers of that.

We know we’re supposed to change our passwords every three months or so, but it’s just not feasible when you have hundreds of online accounts.

While this feature is currently only available on PC and Mac, Dashlane is working on adding this functionality to its mobile apps.

Cheap as chips.

Conversely, LastPass charge $6 per month for a family plan and gives you only six seats.

Cons.

The price of Dashlane is slightly unappealing compared to the other competitors in this review – especially when some offer free plans, like Bitwarden.

Having said that, the real value is in team plans. The starter plan is $20, and you can have up to ten seats. Others out there, like LastPass, will slap you with a bill per user per month.

As with LastPass, there’s no direct phone line, but the live chat has limited operating hours. Better hope you never need to contact customer services.

You’ll need a business account for that.

Operationally, you don’t have access to folders like with Bitwarden, which makes it hard to manage your different account passwords.

You want a password manager to bring some sense of order, right? An endless list of passwords without folders adds a dash of chaos that you could do without.

It’s even harder to share your saved passwords with others, as each has to be done individually.

That’s going to cost you a lot of time, particularly if you’re using this for business purposes and in the habit of sharing entire folders of passwords with colleagues.

Also, if you’re looking for a password manager with a desktop app, Dashlane doesn’t support one. Check out LastPass or Bitwarden for a solid desktop app.

Verdict.

I want a password manager to bring order to my otherwise chaotic working habits.

If seeing an endless list of passwords in Dashlane will give you palpitations, choose a password manager that gives you control over how you store passwords and categorise them.

Dashlane is worth it if you haven’t yet jumped on the VPN bandwagon.

Dashlane Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	1
Emergency Access:	Yes
Free Version:	Yes
Secure Sharing:	Yes
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Google Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, Opera, Brave.
Vault Export:	Yes
Single Sign-on:	Yes
Password Storage Limit:	25 passwords in free account.
Basic File Storage Limit:	1GB

4. Bitwarden.

Monthly Paid Prices Starting At $1.00.

Bitwarden is loved by the nerds in the developer community for its open-source stance (more on why that’s important shortly).

Their paid-for plan is one of the best value-for-money options on the market, and the free version is my all-time favourite.

Pros.

What’s not to love about unlimited password storage on unlimited devices?

Remember, Dashlane’s free account only allows you to store 25 passwords, and NordPass’s free account only allows you to log into one account at any time.

It’s genuinely one of those freemium services where you’ll never be forced or coerced into upgrading. Its free plan is the best on the market.

But here’s where it gets juicy, particularly if you’re a bit of an IT nerd. Bitwarden is open-source, meaning anyone can scrutinise the program’s code for potential issues or bugs.

Why is that important?

Apart from Passwork (discussed later), Bitwarden is the only open-source password manager in this review.

Being open-source means Bitwarden can offer a self-hosting option, which is fantastic (although relatively difficult to set up).

That means you can store all your passwords on your own server behind your own firewalls instead of on a password manager’s servers (Bitwarden’s, in this case).

Large companies will appreciate the additional security this offers.

Cons.

My biggest peeve? The autosave function.

I’ve found that the auto-filling and auto-saving of passwords can be temperamental on lesser-known sites and platforms.

Every now and then, you’ll need to manually dive into your password manager account and copy and paste the password. And this isn’t exclusive to the free plan.

While you can store secure notes, credit cards, and login details, other competitors like NordPass allow you to create custom options like addresses and Wi-Fi networks, so you have to shoehorn that information into an unrelated category.

As far as core features are concerned, the main reason why most need to upgrade to a premium version is that the free plan does not allow 2FA.

And if you’re looking to adopt Bitwarden owing to its open-source credentials, know that setting it up is not for the faint of heart.

Even though Bitwarden provides a solid tutorial for getting started, a lot of patience is required.

Verdict.

Those looking for a freebie need not look any further. Bitwarden is the best free password manager by a country mile.

It’s about as secure as they come (and generous with its features). It also has the greatest browser coverage.

If temperamental technology sends you into a rage, then you might want to consider NordPass, which is more reliable for auto-saving and auto-filling passwords.

Nordpass Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	1
Emergency Access:	Yes
Free Version:	Yes
Secure Sharing:	Yes
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Microsoft Edge, Safari, Vivaldi, Brave, Tor.
Vault Export:	Yes
Single Sign-on:	Yes
Password Storage Limit:	Unlimited
Basic File Storage Limit:	500mb

5. Norton Password Manager.

No Monthly Paid Prices – Product Is Free.

Wait, what? Another freebie?

Norton is a dedicated password manager and, therefore, pretty standard in its features, but can you really complain when a product costs you absolutely nothing?

Pros.

Norton’s free password manager shouldn’t necessarily be compared like-for-like with the behemoths in this review.

If you want to access your password data on all your devices (for diddly squat) – Android, Windows, iOS, etc – then Norton is a superior alternative to the default proprietary alternatives.

Your vault automatically keeps all your logins synced across all your devices. You can use biometrics to log in with your passwords, too.

From here, you can create new passwords with a one-click password generator.

You can also see alerts and details of compromised passwords that have shown up in a data breach. You’ll realise just how pathetic some companies are at storing your data – yes, even big e-commerce sites.

These organisations don’t go out of their way to inform you. That’s why you need a dashboard like Norton’s.

It’s not quite as savvy as LastPass’s, which gives you a password score for all your passwords, but it’s good to know which passwords present an imminent threat to your digital security.

Cons.

I feel like a playground bully for picking on Norton when it’s free, but certain things can’t go unsaid.

Here comes the first swirly!

You want to share your Netflix login?

You’ll have to write it down on a piece of paper and ask them to cast it into the nearest hearth when they’ve read it.

They still have to go through the rigmarole of copying and pasting it into their password manager.

There are no different plans with Norton: no family plans, no business plans.

The website sucks, too. There’s hardly any information on there worth reading. It would be quicker to click “Install” to see what the password manager offers.

However, you can expect Norton to gently nudge you to purchase its other tools as part of its security suite, which includes a VPN and cloud backup – inferior products in their respective markets.

Verdict.

It’s operationally deficient for business use and families.

Even so, you have nothing to lose by setting up an account, trying it out, and comparing it with the other dedicated password managers like Bitwarden.

Norton Password Manager Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	1
Emergency Access:	Yes
Free Version:	Yes
Secure Sharing:	No
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge.
Vault Export:	Yes
Single Sign-on:	Yes
Password Storage Limit:	Unlimited
Basic File Storage Limit:	None

6. 1Password.

Monthly Paid Prices Starting From $2.99.

1Password is trusted by some big tech businesses such as IBM, Slack, and Intercom.

Not only that but it’s won awards like Wirecutter’s Top Pick For Password Managers, and it’s the best-rated password manager on Trustpilot.

Pros.

1Password is another password manager that operates in the enterprise space.

Sure, there are many secure password managers with enterprise plans, but many lack the infrastructure for medium to large businesses.

Like LastPass and Passwork, 1Password gives you the ability to create, manage, and enforce password policies.

Couple that with the super-easy user interface and you have a recipe for mass adoption across your organisation.

Employees need to see an instantaneous shortcut that makes their life easier, otherwise they won’t adopt new ways of working – and 1Password offers convenience.

The benefit?

Password management is a breeze.

Users can create multiple vaults for work and personal password storage. What’s more, you can enable or disable these categories based on the web browsers you’re using.

No need to mix business with pleasure.

The business subscription also gives a license for a personal account user, which can be shared with family.

Remember, the likes of Dashlane show you an endless list of passwords with no folders.

1Password also features advanced security features like the Watchtower, a dashboard that reveals weak, duplicate, and expiring passwords.

Their customer service is top-notch. Seriously, they’re the best in class. If you email them, chat with them, or tweet them, they come back with a swift, personalised response.

Cons.

Unfortunately, there’s no free version with 1Password. But other than Bitwarden, I’ve yet to discover a free version that you wouldn’t have to upgrade to a paid version at some point.

And since most employees these days hop around, this benefit is something users should take with a pinch of salt.

It’s not a long-term solution to password protection.

You can migrate your vault quickly enough, but I imagine some ex-employees may forget to do so before the licence expires.

Many previous customers of 1Password are up in arms about the subscription fees.

It used to be offered as a one-time cost for a couple of bucks in the App Store. Now, it’ll cost you a similar amount every month.

This is the international standard to manage information security – and it’s surprising that a business operating in the enterprise segment doesn’t have this accreditation.

Verdict.

1Password is fairly vanilla, whereas the likes of NordPass and Bitwarden are can be considered Neopolitan (a blend of many features and flavours).

It does everything you expect it to do well, but I dislike that there’s no free version you can take for a test drive before fully committing.

1 Password Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	1
Emergency Access:	Yes
Free Version:	No
Secure Sharing:	Yes
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Google Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, Safari.
Vault Export:	Yes
Password Storage Limit:	Unlimited
Basic File Storage Limit:	1GB

7. Keeper.

Monthly Paid Prices Starting At $4.58.

Keeper is a password manager that has some advanced add-ons, such as a secrets manager, a connection manager, and KeeperChat (which encrypts instant messaging).

Their products range from personal to enterprise to the public sector.

Pros.

Keeper uses role-based access control (RBAC) to allow team managers to roll out privileges and track user activity from every location on every device.

What I particularly like about Keeper’s password generator is that you can choose the length of the password before pressing the magic dice.

You can only create a password up to 40 characters with Dashlane, but Keeper lets you create a password up to 100 characters (which would take centuries for a hacker to crack).

The only issue with long passwords is if you ever need to type them out.

If you want to bolster your IT infrastructure, Keeper offers some amazing add-ons that’ll make it seem like a digital Fort Knox.

The Secrets Manager gives your DevOps team a fully cloud-based, zero-knowledge platform for managing company secrets such as API keys, database passwords, access keys, certificates, and other confidential data.

If your eyes glazed over then, move on swiftly!

Cons.

The biggest nuisance I’ve found with Keeper is that when you create a new password, it doesn’t ask you which folder you want to save it to.

You must go into your vault and move it to your preferred folder.

What a chore!

It sucks that some of the core features which are included in other password managers are not included in the standard plans – features like security alerts and the secure storage of files.

Also, IT managers are likely to raise their eyebrows at the inability to mandate password policies.

Keeper has no free version – so if you want to get a feel for the user interface, you’ll need to cough up.

Also, it only works with web applications, not desktop apps.

Verdict.

Keeper is well-regarded by its user base, but I’m not entirely convinced about the practicality of its features.

Sure, it seems like it’s a safe haven for all your accounts and sensitive data, and it’s easy enough to adopt, but having to pay extra for security alerts renders them uncompetitive.

Keeper Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	1
Emergency Access:	Yes
Free Version:	No
Secure Sharing:	Yes
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Google Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, Safari, Opera.
Vault Export:	Yes
Single Sign-on:	Yes
Password Storage Limit:	Unlimited
Basic File Storage Limit:	100mb

8. Passwork.

Monthly Paid Prices Starting At $40.00.

Passwork is an exclusively corporate offering – in fact, it’s the only one in this review.

All the other top password managers include offerings for both personal and business use. So, how does a corporate password manager stack up versus the rest?

Pros.

Passwork provides local system administrators with the power to distribute rights and actions to employees within their teams.

Their plans are Start (25 users), Business (50 users), Premium (100 users), and Enterprise (100+ users).

What Passwork offers, which no other password manager does, is a lifetime subscription.

Here’s what they cost on the standard variants:

Seem steep?

If you’re paying for a plan per employee per month, Passwork could work out much, much cheaper.

Passwork’s live chat is lightning-fast, and their customer service team was especially helpful on the three separate occasions that I contacted them with requests for information.

Cons.

Passwork doesn’t have a free version, although their technical team is available to run you through a demo if required.

There is no mention of any accreditation on their website (such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.), which is a huge red flag for large organisations.

They then asked me if I could “please clarify whether SOC 2 and ISO 27001 are must-have features?”

It’s an emphatic yes.

Almost all the other password managers in this review have that accreditation. Being the most expensive, you’d expect Passwork to be hitting those high industry standards.

They also don’t have a biometric login feature, so it seems as though they’re a bit behind the curve with innovation, too.

Verdict.

Passwork is only a practical solution for medium to large enterprises.

Setting up and managing a self-hosted password manager requires a considerable investment of time and effort. Do you have the time, funds, and dedicated resource to implement this?

Passwork Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	10
Emergency Access:	Yes
Free Version:	No
Secure Sharing:	Yes
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Google Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari.
Vault Export:	Yes
Single Sign-on:	Yes
Password Storage Limit:	Unlimited
Encrypted File Storage Limit:	None

9. Total Password.

Monthly Paid Prices Starting At $1.99.

Total Password is a password manager without all the bells and whistles.

But it’s nice to have that without all the unnecessary distractions that come with a feature-packed password manager like NordPass.

Pros.

Total Password can be bought as a standalone password manager or as part of TotalAV Total Security. It’s well worth getting the full suite for $49 for your first year (but this renews at $179 per year).

That might sound expensive, but it’s a bargain when you consider it gives you full internet protection: malware scanner, VPN, web protection, ad block, and protection for up to six devices.

My favourite functionality of Total Password is the option to create passwords that are “Easy to type”.

This will generate passwords with fewer changes in caps and random characters.

Secure Me is a solid feature that lets you log out from all websites you’re logged into and gives you the option to close all your tabs and delete your cookies, history, and bookmarks.

It’s like a kill switch for every app and program.

Cons.

You’ll be hard-pressed to get in touch with anyone at Total Password if you’re not a current customer. The “Contact Us” links suck, and they don’t take you anywhere.

If you need to get in touch, you have to go into account dashboard to raise a query.

There’s no file storage with Total Password, no emergency access (hugely concerning), and no single sign-on.

Also, if Firefox is your default browser, you’ll need to choose from one of the many other password managers in this review. They don’t support Firefox.

Verdict.

The Secure Me feature is unlike anything that’s been offered in any other password manager.

I’m surprised that Total Password doesn’t make a song and dance about this.

It’s a huge unique selling point that’ll tempt many. Most, however, will find the lack of other features unsatisfying.

Total Password Specifications.

Password Generator:	Yes
Multi-factor Authentication:	Yes
Number Of Users In Basic Plan:	1
Emergency Access:	No
Free Version:	No
Secure Sharing:	No
Zero-knowledge Architecture:	Yes
Browser extensions:	Google Chrome, Edge, Safari, Opera.
Vault Export:	Yes
Single Sign-on:	No
Password Storage Limit:	Unlimited
Basic File Storage Limit:	None

What To Look For In A Password Manager.

Password manager services love to throw big words out there to make their tech sound savvy. But almost all password managers feature 256-bit military-grade encryption technology.

That’s standard these days.

Some love to harp on about their zero-knowledge architecture, but again, this is a standard feature of most password managers.

It essentially means that they can’t access or decrypt your stored passwords.

Any reputable password manager auto-fills your credentials, uses a password generator, and uses biometric logins, such as fingerprint, facial recognition, and voice recognition technology.

So, what makes the best stand out?

From an operational perspective, you want a password manager that:

I also love the ability to export the details of my password vault to keep a local backup, which I print and keep in my safe at home.

Have you ever taken a two-week break from work and sat at your computer only to forget your strong master password? Too many piña coladas.

Frequently Asked Questions On The Best Password Managers.

Here are some frequently asked questions about the best password managers to keep your data safe and secure.

Should I Use A Free Password Manager?

Most of us have used or are using free password managers such as Google’s, Microsoft Edge’s, or Safari’s, but the problem with those is that they tie you into a single ecosystem.

A third-party password manager is a much safer solution for keeping your passwords safe across all your devices. Bitwarden is regarded as one of the best free password managers.

Which Password Manager Has Been Hacked?

As recently as August 2022, LastPass was hacked when one of their employee’s personal computers was installed with keylogger malware, allowing hackers access to the company’s cloud storage.

That was the first incident.

These vaults were encrypted using 256-bit AES technology, so it would take an extraordinary amount of time and computing power to crack them.

But Brian Krebs, a security expert, suggests there was a link between a wave of attacks on crypto wallets shortly after the LastPass – most likely due to stolen “seed phrases” (in essence, passwords to crypto wallets).

The truth? We’ll never know.

What Is The One Catch With Password Managers?

Password managers offer great security until a malicious actor gains access to your master password. Once they have this, all your passwords become exposed.

Even so, as with the LastPass incident mentioned above, data breaches do occur from time to time. It’s all about weighing up the risk versus the reward.

You may have previously been a victim of card cloning or an online scam, but has that stopped you from using your credit card or online shopping?

Probably not because paying in cash isn’t always feasible, and there are other inherent risks associated with carrying cash (such as loss or theft).

Using a password manager, on the whole, keeps your credentials much safer, but there are still associated risks.

Final Word On The Best Password Manager Australia.

“Open sesame” was the magical phrase uttered by Ali Baba to open a treasure cave – after he heard one of the thieves saying it before proceeding to enter.

And if you don’t come up with strong passwords, others might find it just as easy to spy on you and break into your treasure cave.

The best password managers have been built with safety and security in mind, but they’re only as safe and secure as the person in the driving seat: you.

Don’t go broadcasting your passwords to the world and always practise good password hygiene.

Tommy