Comparison

Keeper Password Manager vs Kernelsoft

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

Head to head
About

Keeper Password Manager

Securely store, generate, and autofill passwords, passkeys, and 2FA codes across all your devices. Protects sensitive data with zero-knowledge encryption and monitors the dark web for breaches.

Highlights
  • Secure password generation
  • Passkey and 2FA code storage
  • Cross-device syncing
  • Autofill credentials
  • Zero-knowledge encryption
  • Dark web breach monitoring
Features
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Keeper is the leading password manager, combining enterprise-grade security with real human support. Rated 4.9 stars by 228,000 people and trusted by 95,000+ businesses and Fortune 500 companies globally. Named Password Manager of the Year by PCMag and the Top-Ranked Identity Security Solution by Newsweek. SIGN IN INSTANTLY Generate strong, unguessable passwords and passphrases with one tap, then autofill them in any app or website. Create and save passkeys that sync across all your devices, and store 2FA codes right inside your vault for one-tap logins – no separate authenticator app needed. Unlock your entire digital life instantly with Face ID or Touch ID – the fastest, most seamless login experience across every device you own. WORLD-CLASS SECURITY Every record is encrypted on your device before it ever touches our servers – unreadable to everyone, including Keeper. Lock or wipe any lost device remotely. Protect your vault with hardware security keys like YubiKey®. The first password manager to deploy quantum-resistant cryptography directly into the app, to protect your data in transit against quantum threats. SOC 2 Type I and II; ISO 27001, 27017 and 27018 certified; FedRAMP High Certified and GovRAMP High Authorized; and recognized in the Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Privileged Access Management. MORE THAN JUST PASSWORDS Keeper is your complete digital vault – store and organize your payment cards, passports, driver's licenses, insurance cards, secure notes, SSH keys, software licenses and medical records alongside your passwords. Everything encrypted, everything searchable, everything instantly available on every device. Automatically fill payment details, addresses and forms on any website – saving you time on everything you do online, every single day. 24/7 EXPERT SUPPORT Get help from a real Keeper expert anytime. Our dedicated support team is available around the clock, every day of the year. No bots and no week-long email chains – just professional team members who help you. DARK WEB MONITORING BreachWatch® continuously scans the dark web and alerts you the moment one of your accounts appears in a data breach, so you can change the password before cybercriminals use it. Best of all, monitoring runs entirely within Keeper's own secure infrastructure – your personal data stays completely private. SECURELY SHARE PASSWORDS AND ACCESS Share a password, passkey or file with anyone – even people who don't use Keeper – with a One-Time Share link that expires automatically. Set view-only or full edit access, revoke instantly and see changes sync in real time. Organize credentials in shared folders with nested subfolders and individual permissions for each person. No duplicate copies, no emailing passwords ever again. PERFECT FOR FAMILIES Keeper Family includes five private vaults, 10GB of secure file storage, unlimited devices and emergency access. Store the Wi-Fi password, streaming logins, insurance documents and passport photos in one place everyone you trust can reach. If your employer uses Keeper, ask about a free family plan – included with every business license. GET STARTED QUICKLY Seamlessly import all your passwords from iCloud Keychain, Chrome, 1Password, LastPass, Bitwarden, Dashlane and more, including direct secure transfer from other apps. Privacy Policy: https://keepersecurity.com/privacypolicy.html Terms of Use: https://keepersecurity.com/termsofuse.html

About

Kernelsoft

Features
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This application has been developed to support the management of contract and other information related to the production of seeds for a commercial producer.

Screenshots

Keeper Password Manager4 screens
Kernelsoft4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kernelsoft at none against Keeper Password Manager's 11. Kernelsoft also leads on iOS requirement (14.2 vs 17.0). Keeper Password Manager's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 13 months) and chart position (#22 vs unranked). On price, 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. Keeper Password Manager sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $13.99 per year. Kernelsoft asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Keeper Password Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, Kernelsoft every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and May 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Keeper Password Manager versus Kernelsoft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKeeper Password ManagerKernelsoft
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (231K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews64.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings231K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 13 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#22 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.014.2 — better
Further details — not scored
Size173 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCallpod Inc.realTIME IT Pty Ltd

Bugs and requests

Keeper Password Manager

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Passwords disappearing after device changes
  • Facial recognition not working consistently
  • Inability to log in after multiple failed attempts

Requested features

4 requests
  • Option to disable constant upsell prompts
  • Ability to recover account without master password
  • Improved sync and backup functionality
  • More affordable pricing options

Kernelsoft

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Keeper Password Manager

Subscriptions11
  • 10GB Secure File Storage$13.991 Year
  • BreachWatch$26.991 Year
  • Keeper Unlimited$42.991 Year
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  • Unlimited Plus1 Month trial$42.991 Year
  • 50% OFF Password Manager$42.991 Year
  • Unlimited Password Manager$42.991 Year
  • BreachWatch Family$53.991 Year
  • 50GB Secure File Storage$54.991 Year
  • Family Plan$59.991 Year
  • Keeper Family Plan$91.991 Year
  • Family Password Manager$91.991 Year
None

Kernelsoft

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Keeper Password Manager free?
Keeper Password Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kernelsoft free?
Kernelsoft is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Keeper Password Manager or Kernelsoft have ads?
Neither Keeper Password Manager nor Kernelsoft shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Keeper Password Manager or Kernelsoft?
Keeper Password Manager ships an update every 3 weeks, and Kernelsoft every 13 months. Most recently, Keeper Password Manager was updated on October 13, 2026 and Kernelsoft on May 16, 2026.

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