Comparison

KeePassium (KeePass passwords) vs Yubico Authenticator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

This open-source password manager prioritizes user privacy and data control. It offers secure offline storage, biometric authentication, and seamless autofill for apps and websites. Advanced features like YubiKey support and password leak audits are available with a premium license.

Highlights
  • Offline password storage
  • Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
  • Password AutoFill
  • KeePass/KeePassXC compatibility
  • Optional cloud sync
  • YubiKey support (Premium)
  • Password leak audit (Premium)
Features
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KeePassium is an open-source password manager compatible with KeePass/KeePassXC. Built for IT professionals, power users and privacy enthusiasts, it keeps your data under your control. KeePassium is offline by default, open to review, and independently audited by Cure53. Security • Offline by default — privacy you can verify • Face ID / Touch ID — secure access without typing • Passkeys and one-time codes — when you need more than a password • YubiKey support — strong, hardware-backed protection [Premium] • Password leak audit — detects compromised passwords [Premium] Convenience • Password AutoFill — automatically sign in to apps and websites • Automatic sync — optional, works with major cloud providers or your own server • Multiple databases — share passwords with family and team members [Premium] • Quick registration — create new accounts without switching apps [Premium] • Enterprise storage — keep work passwords in your company’s cloud [Premium] Compatibility • Works with KeePass, KeePassXC, and other KeePass-compatible apps • Supports VoiceOver and large text sizes for accessibility • Premium license covers both iOS and macOS …and of course • No vendor lock-in • No analytics • No ads Privacy KeePassium does not collect any personal data. We sell the app, not its users. Privacy Policy: https://keepassium.com/privacy/ Terms of Service: https://keepassium.com/terms/app EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Yubico Authenticator

Secure your online accounts with hardware-backed two-factor authentication. Store unique credentials on a physical security key, eliminating the need to store sensitive data on your mobile device. Generate verification codes without an internet connection for enhanced account protection.

Highlights
  • Hardware-backed security key storage
  • Touch or NFC authentication
  • USB-C support
  • Biometric unlock (FaceID/TouchID)
  • QR code setup
  • User presence verification
  • Smart Card support
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Store your unique credentials on a hardware-backed security key and take it wherever you go from mobile to desktop. No more storing sensitive secrets on your mobile phone, leaving your account vulnerable to takeovers. With the Yubico Authenticator you can raise the bar for security. * The Yubico Authenticator will work with any USB, Lightning, or NFC-enabled YubiKeys. * As iPads do not have NFC, they will only work through a Lightning or USB connection. The Yubico Authenticator generates a code used to verify your identity as you are logging into various services. No connectivity needed! Features include: Touch or NFC Authentication - Touch the YubiKey sensor or simply tap a YubiKey with NFC to a mobile phone that is NFC-enabled to store your credential on the YubiKey USB-C support - Connect the YubiKey 5Ci or any USB-C type YubiKey. When prompted, depending on the key, touch the contacts on the sides of the key or the golden ring on the top Biometric support - Experience greater convenience by unlocking your YubiKey with FaceID or TouchID Easy Setup - QR codes available from the services you wish to protect with strong authentication User Presence - New codes generated with just a touch or NFC tap of the YubiKey Compatible - Secure all the services currently compatible with other Authenticator apps Secure - Hardware-backed strong two-factor authentication with secret stored on the YubiKey, not on the mobile device Versatile - Support for multiple work and personal accounts Portable - Get the same set of codes across our other Yubico Authenticator apps for desktops as well as for all leading mobile platforms Flexible - Support for time-based and counter-based code generation Smart Card - Support for Apple's CryptoTokenKit Extension making it possible to use certificates stored on your YubiKey to authenticate with other apps and sites Experience security the modern way with the Yubico Authenticator. Visit yubico.com to learn more.

Screenshots

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)4 screens
Yubico Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: KeePassium (KeePass passwords) at 4.7 against Yubico Authenticator's 3.7. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 44%) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 268). Yubico Authenticator's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Yubico Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KeePassium (KeePass passwords) holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KeePassium (KeePass passwords) has 1.4K ratings behind it against 268, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of KeePassium (KeePass passwords)'s written reviews are positive against 44% of Yubico Authenticator's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
KeePassium (KeePass passwords) versus Yubico Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeePassium (KeePass passwords)Yubico Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (1.4K ratings) — better3.7 (268 ratings)
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews — better43.6% of reviews
Number of ratings1.4K — better268
Update frequencyMonthlyMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKeePassium LabsYubico

Customer experience

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

All ratings1,412 ratings
Positive93.1%
Neutral1.8%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews699 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative15.0%

Yubico Authenticator

All ratings268 ratings
Positive64.9%
Neutral6.7%
Negative28.4%
Written reviews179 reviews
Positive43.6%
Neutral11.2%
Negative45.3%

User reviews

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

From 1.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and efficient
  • 🔒 Secure and private
  • 👍 Clean and intuitive UI
  • 👍 Seamless cloud sync
  • 👍 Excellent integration with iOS features

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional sync and connectivity issues
  • 🐛 Unreliable autofill functionality
  • 🔒 Concerns about data privacy and security

Yubico Authenticator

From 268 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works well with Yubikey
  • 🔒 Secure storage of OATH secrets
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use
  • 🚀 NFC support added

Room to improve

  • 🐛 NFC not working on some devices
  • 🐛 Clunky UI for password-protected keys
  • 🐛 Crashes and freezes reported
  • 🐛 Incompatible with some devices (iPad, older iPhones)

Bugs and requests

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Database file not found errors
  • Crashes and freezes on certain operations
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for more cloud storage providers
  • Advanced password management features (tags, expiration, etc.)
  • Improved organization and search capabilities
  • Biometric unlock options for non-Face ID devices

Yubico Authenticator

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • NFC not working reliably
  • Accounts disappearing after updates
  • Calculation of codes not working
  • Keyboard issues when using keys

Requested features

5 requests
  • Allow editing and rearranging of entries
  • Add support for multiple keys per account
  • Improve iPad/tablet support
  • Add dark mode option
  • Improve QR code scanning

In-app purchases

9 purchases

KeePassium (KeePass passwords)

Subscriptions2
  • Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Premium1 Month trial$19.991 Year
One-time7
  • Donation$3.00
  • Donation$5.00
  • Donation$10.00
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  • KeePassium 1.44 Premium$19.99
  • KeePassium 1.51 Premium$29.99
  • Version 2.5 Premium (iOS+Mac)$29.99
  • Version 2.3 Premium (iOS+Mac)$29.99
None

Yubico Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is KeePassium (KeePass passwords) free?
KeePassium (KeePass passwords) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Yubico Authenticator free?
Yubico Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or Yubico Authenticator?
KeePassium (KeePass passwords) is rated higher. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Yubico Authenticator averages 3.7 from 268 ratings.
Do KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or Yubico Authenticator have ads?
Neither KeePassium (KeePass passwords) nor Yubico Authenticator shows ads.
Which is updated more often, KeePassium (KeePass passwords) or Yubico Authenticator?
KeePassium (KeePass passwords) ships an update monthly, and Yubico Authenticator monthly. Most recently, KeePassium (KeePass passwords) was updated on October 15, 2026 and Yubico Authenticator on October 16, 2026.

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