KeePassium (KeePass passwords) vs Chronos Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Offline password storage
- Biometric authentication (Face ID/Touch ID)
- Password AutoFill
- KeePass/KeePassXC compatibility
- Optional cloud sync
- YubiKey support (Premium)
- Password leak audit (Premium)
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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/
Chronos Authenticator
This open-source app provides secure two-factor authentication using time-based and counter-based methods. It offers end-to-end encryption for token data and optional iCloud backup and sync for convenience. Easily import and export your authentication tokens.
- Open-source
- End-to-end encrypted token storage
- Optional iCloud backup and sync
- Token export and import
- Anonymous usage (no account required)
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Chronos is an open-source two-factor authentication (2FA) app designed to deliver robust security and reliable backup features. It supports both time-based (TOTP) and counter-based (HOTP) authentication methods. Features: • Open-source • End-to-end encrypted: Only encrypted token data is stored on the device and in iCloud • Backup & Sync (optional): Effortlessly backup and sync your data with iCloud • Export Tokens: Easily export your tokens for backup or transfer • Import Tokens: Easily import your tokens from other authenticators • Anonymous: No telemetry & app account required
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Chronos Authenticator at none against KeePassium (KeePass passwords)'s 9. Chronos Authenticator also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). KeePassium (KeePass passwords)'s advantage is ratings volume (1.4K vs 3) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. KeePassium (KeePass passwords) sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Chronos Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.
Chronos Authenticator holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: KeePassium (KeePass passwords) has 1.4K ratings behind it against 3, 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 100% of Chronos Authenticator's.
KeePassium (KeePass passwords) ships an update monthly, Chronos Authenticator every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | KeePassium (KeePass passwords) | Chronos Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (1.4K ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 79.9% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.4K — better | 3 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 11 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | KeePassium Labs | Joel-David Wong |
Customer experience
KeePassium (KeePass passwords)
Chronos Authenticator
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
Chronos Authenticator
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
KeePassium (KeePass passwords)
- Premium7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- Premium1 Month trial$19.991 Year
- 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
Chronos Authenticator
No in-app purchases
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