Instead of Bitwarden
Bitwarden alternatives
Bitwarden brings password storage and account tools together: its vault holds passwords, notes, cards, identities and passkeys, and it can generate usernames and passwords. Vault data is end-to-end encrypted. Apps and browser extensions cover web, desktop and mobile platforms, and the free plan includes unlimited passwords and devices. Premium is $1.65 per month billed annually; family and business plans add options for shared or organizational use. One platform caveat: the F-Droid build needs manual vault syncing because live-sync push notifications do not work there.
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Proton Authenticator
by Proton AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2Free TOTP codes with encrypted backups and sync — Proton Authenticator focuses on TOTP codes, encrypted backups and multi-device sync rather than Bitwarden’s broader password vault.
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Yubico Authenticator
by Yubico AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+2TOTP and HOTP codes without sync — Yubico Authenticator supports TOTP and HOTP codes but has no encrypted backup or multi-device sync.
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Zoho OneAuth
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1Zoho work-account MFA with push approvals — Zoho OneAuth offers TOTP, push approvals and encrypted synced backups, including MFA for employees’ Zoho work accounts.
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Google Authenticator
Free plan AndroidiPhoneOffline codes for Google and other accounts — Google Authenticator generates TOTP and HOTP codes offline and supports QR setup, while Bitwarden offers a broader encrypted vault.
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Duo Mobile
Free plan AndroidiPhoneTeams needing push approvals and administration — Duo Mobile adds push approvals and team administration to TOTP codes, with a free plan, paid option and 30-day trial.
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SAASPASS Authenticator
by SAASPASS AuthenticatorFree plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4Authenticator features across web, desktop and mobile — SAASPASS combines TOTP and HOTP with push approvals, encrypted backups, sync and team administration across web, desktop and mobile.
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miniOrange Authenticator
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+5 - 12
Authy
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Microsoft Authenticator
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2FAS Auth
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TwoFac
Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4 - 17
Open Authenticator
Free plan AndroidiPhoneLinux+3 - 18
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SelfHostAuth
Free plan AndroidAPIExtension+6 - 21
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Most alternatives below focus on authentication codes rather than replacing a password vault. They may suit someone who wants code generation, encrypted backup, device sync or one-tap login approvals, but the details do not give them Bitwarden’s password, note, card, identity and passkey storage. Compare code types, offline use, approval methods and whether you need team administration. Platform coverage matters too: some alternatives include desktop or web access, while others are limited to iOS and Android. A dedicated authenticator may complement Bitwarden rather than replace it.