Best Overall

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On 1Password's website

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• No history of being hacked
• Unique features, like Travel Mode

• No free version

Best for Beginners

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On NordPass's website

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• User-friendly interface
• Strong encryption and security

• Free version is limited to one device at a time

Best for Premium Features

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On Dashlane's website

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• Extra features boost security
• Paid plans come with Hotspot Shield VPN

• Free plan is limited to one device

The best password managers work to block hackers and prevent malware issues. Many products may check the boxes you’re looking for, but for the price and options we found, the best ones are 1Password, NordPass, and Dashlane.

The secure document storage sets 1Password apart, and you get a 14-day free trial period to check it out. NordPass and Dashlane both have free versions and include optional features like a VPN and secure notes. We’ll cover more in-depth features, but all of these password managers have tons of options that make them good choices when using Google Chrome.

The best password managers for Chrome 2023

• 1Password: Best overall
• NordPass: Best for beginners
• Dashlane: Best for feature-rich security

Top 3 password managers for Google Chrome compared

Password manager	1Password Best Overall	NordPass	Dashlane
Starting price	Starts at $2.99/mo	Starts at $1.99/mo	Starts at $2.75/mo
Password sharing
Two-factor authentication
Form filler
Password generator
Compatibility	Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Brave	Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Linux, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera	Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
Learn more	See 1Password Pricing	See NordPass Pricing	See Dashlane Pricing

1Password: Best overall

1Password Offers the Best Password Security for Chrome

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On 1Password's website

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• No history of being hacked
• Unique features, like Travel Mode

• No free version

Who it’s best for

1Password is a good option if you want a solid, all-around password manager that can sync personal data across multiple devices. We consider it an excellent security option because it also contains a data breach monitor, encrypted document storage, and multi-factor authentication.

What we liked

When looking for a password manager that checks off the security boxes, we found 1Password to be a good fit. All paid plans feature unlimited password storage and 1 GB of document storage. We also liked the 24/7 email support in the case of password or security issues.

For those who like to resume using old passwords, this manager allows a 365-days item history so you can revert to a previously stored password. Another unique feature is Travel Mode, which protects passwords while you’re on the go. It removes the vaults from your devices, except for the ones you decide are safe for traveling. That way, if you get asked to unlock your device by airport security, your data is still hidden.

The software has never had a data breach, according to the site, but if its servers get compromised, your data vault remains secure.

The security system uses a combination of two keys to access your data. A hacker would need your account password and the 1Password Secret Key, which is a unique 128-bit machine-generated code that’s extremely difficult to crack. 1Password also regularly undergoes security audits to ensure there are no vulnerabilities in its systems.

Lastly, 1Password does have a five-account limit for its family plan, but you can add more accounts for $1 each. While we’d love to see additional accounts included at no cost, it’s helpful that 1Password allows you to give more users access to the password vault as needed.

What we didn’t like

One thing we didn’t like about 1Password is that there is no free version. Sure, you can try it out free for a limited time of 14 days, but that’s not a lot of time to know if you definitely like the product. If you have an issue, there’s no phone or live chat support to help you. You can look for answers in the community section or send an email to support.

There is also no password inheritance feature, which means you cannot designate a beneficiary to be granted access to your information should something happen to you. (However, you could share your 1Password emergency kit with anyone you want to grant access to.)

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NordPass: Best for beginners

NordPass Comes With a Beginner-Friendly Interface

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• User-friendly interface
• Strong encryption and security

• Free version is limited to one device at a time

Who it’s best for

NordPass is best for anyone who doesn’t need extra frills and just wants a user-friendly password manager that gives them a safe online experience on any device.

Along with a form-fill feature and password creator that generates your passwords on the go, NordPass also saves your notes, credit card information, and personal data into customizable folders for quick access. It syncs this information across all of your devices to keep your life simpler.

What we liked

Right off the bat, we like that NordPass comes with a data breach scanner. That’s a security feature that not all password managers have. Unlike 1Password, NordPass also has the emergency access option (also called digital legacy), which is good if you want to set up beneficiaries to have access to your data should something unforeseen arise.

You can also share passwords with other NordPass users through encrypted channels — no more writing passwords down on a Post-it to share them.

NordPass comes with a free version, but of course, you won’t get quite as many features. Still, the free option does let you save as many passwords as you like and you aren’t limited to one device like most other password managers. (Though you are limited to one active session.)

What we didn’t like

While it’s true NordPass comes with a free version, don’t anticipate nearly as much from it as is included in the premium plan. You won’t be able to use it on more than one device at a time.

Plus, you’ll lose access to some helpful features, including the ability to share passwords with others, give family or friends emergency access, or get alerts for compromised or weak passwords.

You should also note that, to get the cheapest monthly price, you’ll need to subscribe to NordPass’s two-year plan. If that’s a long time to commit to a password manager, you may want to opt for the free plan to start just to be sure NordPass is right for you.

NordPass specs

Dashlane: Best for feature-rich security

Both Dashlane's Free and Paid Plans Come Loaded With Features

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• Extra features boost security
• Paid plans come with Hotspot Shield VPN

• Free plan is limited to one device

Who it’s best for

Dashlane is a great password manager when you’re looking for a secure system that comes with a feature-rich environment. If you want pricing options, Dashlane has four to choose from, including a free plan. Every plan lets you create unlimited passwords and securely share them, create encrypted notes, and set up two-factor authentication.

When it comes to the paid plans, you can try out the Premium version for 30 days before you decide to make it your permanent password manager. If you don’t like it, you’ll get your money back.

What we liked

Dashlane comes with a free version and unlike some password managers, you get a lot for paying nothing. You’ll still have access to the password generator, live chat customer support, two-factor authentication, and the form filler. Unlike some options, Dashlane also offers 1 GB of encrypted document storage — even with the free version.

Dashlane has also never been breached, which we really liked. If you decide on one of the paid plans, you get the dark web monitoring, access to Hotspot Shield VPN, and unlimited devices.

What we didn’t like

Despite all the features it comes with, Dashlane’s free plan is limited to one device. You also won’t be able to customize it as easily as other password managers. The autofill option also doesn’t allow you to create custom fields.

With the zero-based password security, you’re the only one who has access to your master password. It may take a bit longer to reset it since no one affiliated with Dashlane can retrieve it, especially if you didn’t activate the Master Password reset with biometrics setting on the Safari, iOS, or Android app.

As Dashlane says, “For all others, if you've forgotten your Master Password, the data you saved in Dashlane can no longer be decrypted. Unfortunately, you will need to reset the account to begin using Dashlane again.”

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Password managers that didn’t make the cut

There are so many password managers to choose from that simply picking a few can be rather difficult. A couple of password managers that didn’t make this cut are LastPass and Roboform.

We’ll go into a little more detail about those and why we didn’t choose them for the top three spots, even though they’re excellent products.

LastPass

As good as LastPass is, it has suffered multiple recent data breaches. In December 2022, LastPass posted a notice that an unauthorized party gained access to a cloud-based storage service. LastPass uses this cloud service to store archived data backups.

Although this isn’t something we’re crazy about, LastPass noted that the customer data the cybercriminal accessed is still secure:

“These encrypted fields remain secured with 256-bit AES encryption and can only be decrypted with a unique encryption key derived from each user’s master password using our Zero Knowledge architecture.”

There’s also no refund option with LastPass. Your subscription is prepaid and, according to the website, you’ll keep the service until the billing period ends. That means even if you don’t like LastPass, you’re stuck with it for a year, or at least the cost of it.

Roboform

Roboform’s free tier gives you unlimited password storage, secure login sharing, and a form filler. Yet, it doesn’t offer features that our top three password managers do, like 1Password’s Travel Mode or a VPN. If you opt for the free version, you also won’t get priority support and you’ll only be able to receive emergency access, not grant it.

Roboform lets you choose a one, three, or five-year plan. The starting price is $23.88 for one year and goes up to $119.40 for five years. It’s certainly a good password manager that comes at a decent price, but it’s missing a few of the features we liked in the others.

Is Google Password Manager good?

When you use a browser-based password manager, it can come with some security risks. Yes, Google Password Manager can offer protection, but only if your master password is strong. Also, a Google-stored password won’t be secure if your Google account isn’t secure.

For example, if your Google account is hacked, that means all your other passwords saved in the Password Manager are there for the taking. That puts you at a tremendous security risk.

That’s not to say that Google Password manager isn’t good. There are simply other password managers that offer much better security. If you decide to try Google Password Manager, it’s a good idea to also enable two-factor authentication.

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Bottom line: The best password managers for Chrome

The top three password managers we found for Google Chrome are 1Password, NordPass, and Dashlane. You truly can’t go wrong with any of these because of the features and price points.

The easy way to decide which of the three would be your best bet is to think of what you need and want most from a password manager and then choose the one that best fits.

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How we tested the best password managers for Chrome

When we looked for the best password managers for Chrome, we wanted products that were compatible with most devices and had basic features you’d expect, like form fillers and password generators. We also wanted to find some that allowed password sharing and password inheritance options. These are the items that helped us decide:

• Form fillers: It saves time when you can autofill login and personal details. The password managers we chose can automatically fill in your account information with the correct credentials.
• Password generators: Let’s face it, thinking up new, secure passwords can be tough sometimes. Password managers that generate strong passwords are extremely helpful and save time.
• Password sharing: When you need to, providing access to friends and coworkers can keep shared accounts and documents secure from hackers.
• Recent data breaches: While every password manager is a target for cybercriminals, it’s reassuring to know if yours hasn’t had a recent breach. We also checked for recent security audits to ensure the company is actively trying to stay ahead of hackers.

How to choose the best password managers

There are tons of password managers available. Some are good, and others are great. Then there are those you should probably avoid. So, how do you choose the best ones? Here are some of the most important features to check out:

• Proper features: Be sure the password manager you choose has the features you want, like form fillers, password generators, and others.
• The price is right: Password managers can be free or cost a lot. If you can get what you want with a free version, do it. If not, find something affordable that still offers what you need.
• Strong security features: Password managers that have encrypted vaults offer more security. Check the website for mentions of AES-256-bit encryption, which is the industry standard and used by the military because of the security strength. Some password managers use ChaCha20 encryption, which is thought to be just as secure — but since it’s newer technology, not as much is known about how it performs against security vulnerabilities.
• Password generator: As we mentioned, a password generator can be a dream! This feature saves you so much time by creating a unique, strong password for each one of your accounts. Strong passwords are a must.

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Patti Croft

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Patti Croft is a freelance writer who specializes in all things technology. Her expertise includes antivirus software, online security strategies, and safety practices. She has a degree in Computer Information Systems and extensive experience working in the IT field. In her spare time, Patti is an avid reader and researcher, and loves spending time with her pets. She currently shares an office with her cat, Beau.