Passbolt vs 1Password
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Business Password Managers (2026). Last verified June 10, 2026.
The short answer
1Password ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #11) for Teams managing shared credentials. Unmatched blend of usability, security, and developer tools makes it the top choice for most businesses.
At a glance
| Passbolt | 1Password | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #11 / The 11 Best Business Password Managers (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Business Password Managers (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 7.1 | 9.3 |
| Best for | Open-source for developer teams | Overall best UX & security |
| Pricing | $ ($0 to $12/user/mo) | $$ ($8 to $20/user/mo) |
| HQ | Luxembourg, Luxembourg | Toronto, Canada |
| Founded | 2016 | 2005 |
Passbolt
A unique, open-source, self-hostable option built specifically for developers and DevOps teams.
www.passbolt.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Business Password Managers (2026)
1Password
Unmatched blend of usability, security, and developer tools makes it the top choice for most businesses.
1password.com/businessSee full entry in The 11 Best Business Password Managers (2026)
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