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#4 of 7 in Password managers

NordPass review

A password manager from the makers of NordVPN, using XChaCha20 encryption. Its free plan stores unlimited passwords but stays signed in on only one device at a time.

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7.7/10, Very good

Weighted across
5 criteria

Strongest on security & audits (8.5).

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Scorecard

How NordPass scores

Each criterion is scored 0-10 from public information, with the reason underneath. The total is the weighted average.
Security & audits30% weight8.5

XChaCha20 encryption with a published independent security audit.

Ease of use20% weight8.0

Simple, clean apps on all major platforms.

Value for money20% weight7.5

Competitive pricing on multi-year terms.

Free tier15% weight6.0

Unlimited passwords free, but only one active device session at a time.

Features15% weight7.5

Passkeys, breach scanner and password health on paid plans.

Best for

NordVPN users wanting a matching manager.

Not ideal for

Free users who switch between devices often.

Trade-offs

Pros and cons

What stands out

  • Clean, simple apps
  • Modern XChaCha20 encryption
  • Free plan with unlimited passwords

Worth knowing

  • Free plan allows one active session at a time
  • Fewer advanced features than leaders

At a glance

Key facts and pricing

As NordPass publishes them. “Not published” means we could not confirm the figure.
Free plan
Yes
Open-source clients
No
Passkey support
Yes
Trial or refund
30-day money-back on paid plans
Free-plan devices
One active session at a time
Company base
Not published
Price band
Mid-range
Founded
2019

Pricing: Free plan plus paid Premium and Family plans; lowest monthly price on longer terms. Free plan: yes.

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Questions

NordPass: common questions

Is NordPass good?

NordPass scores 7.7 out of 10 in our password managers scorecard, rank 4 of 7. A password manager from the makers of NordVPN, using XChaCha20 encryption. Its free plan stores unlimited passwords but stays signed in on only one device at a time.

Who is NordPass best for?

Best for nordVPN users wanting a matching manager. Less suited to free users who switch between devices often.

How much does NordPass cost?

Free plan plus paid Premium and Family plans; lowest monthly price on longer terms. Free plan: yes.

What are NordPass's key terms and features?

Free plan: Yes; Open-source clients: No; Passkey support: Yes; Trial or refund: 30-day money-back on paid plans; Free-plan devices: One active session at a time. As published by the brand, last checked 2026-11-01.

What is a good alternative to NordPass?

Bitwarden (8.8/10) is the top-scoring option in the same list. See the full password managers ranking for every alternative.

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Checked 1 Nov 2026. Brands change terms often; confirm on the brand's site before you buy.

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