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1Password

Password manager and security platform for teams

$3
Starting price
4.7/5
G2 rating
4
Pricing plans
2005
Founded

Quick verdict

1Password is built for growing teams and mid-market companies who need solid security capabilities. Users consistently rate it highly against competitors like other tools in this space. There is no free plan, so you need to be fairly sure it fits before committing.

1Password is a leading password manager for individuals and businesses. It stores passwords, secrets, and sensitive data in an encrypted vault — and includes team-sharing features, SSO integrations, and developer tools for managing secrets in CI/CD pipelines.

What we like

  • Best UX of any password manager
  • Strong developer tools
  • Travel mode
  • Excellent browser extensions

Watch out for

  • No free plan
  • Can be expensive for large teams
  • Secrets automation needs extra setup

Key features

Password storageSecure sharingSSO integrationSecrets automation (for devs)Travel modeWatchtower (breach alerts)Browser extensions

Who should use 1Password?

If you are a Solo / freelancer...

At $3/mo, it is a real investment for a solo operator. Consider a free alternative first, then switch when you outgrow it.

If you are a 5-person startup...

For a team of five, expect to pay roughly $15/mo on the Individual plan. That is reasonable for a startup budget.

If you are a 50+ person company...

You will likely need the Teams Starter plan or above. At this scale, check the watchtower (breach alerts) and browser extensions capabilities — they matter more as teams grow.

Pricing: the honest take

Starting at $3/mo with no free tier, 1Password is positioned for buyers who already know they need this category of tool. The Individual plan is competitively priced for the security market.

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Our verdict

1Password is a top-rated security tool with 4 pricing plans. Starting at $3/mo, it is priced for growing teams. If the watch-outs above are dealbreakers, see the alternatives below.

1Password: frequently asked questions

Is 1Password free?

No — 1Password does not have a free plan. Pricing starts at $3/mo.

How much does 1Password cost?

1Password has 4 plans. Paid plans start at $3/mo. See full pricing →

What are the best alternatives to 1Password?

There are several alternatives in the Security space. See full comparison →