Dashlane Password Manager vs Password Manager & Generator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dashlane Password Manager
This app provides automated password security, actively monitoring for leaks and scams. It offers secure access to accounts, autofills login details, and generates strong passwords across devices. It also includes features for sharing credentials safely and storing important documents.
- Password and data syncing across devices
- Automatic login and form filling
- Secure password generation
- Dark web monitoring for data breaches
- Phishing attempt alerts
- Secure document storage
- Password sharing
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Dashlane is more than just a password manager. It's automated protection that stays on guard, so you don't have to. Dashlane actively monitors for password leaks and scams so you can browse with total confidence. Whether you're at home or on the go, it provides worry-free access to your accounts anywhere you need it. Trusted and recognized: PCWorld 2025 "Best Password Manager," PC Mag "Editors' Choice Award," Webby Award "People's Voice Best Mobile Services & Utilities App," Kiplinger's "Best Identity Theft Prevention Tools," Inc.com's "Best for Passwords and Checkouts," and Techlicious "The Best Security Apps." Get effortless and secure password management - Skip the typing: Dashlane identifies and instantly fills your saved logins, credit cards, and sensitive personal info, including driver's licenses and government IDs, across apps and browsers. You can even securely store and access your Wi-Fi network details in an instant. - Get alerted when your data is involved in a breach: We scan the dark web for your data and alert you if your information is found in a leak. - Take control of your password health: Track your security status with a personalized Password Health score and get actionable steps to strengthen weak, reused, or compromised passwords. - Avoid getting locked out: Sync your passwords, passkeys, and personal info across an unlimited number of devices and operating systems. - Stay organized: Group your logins and data into custom categories with Collections. - Share safely: Effortlessly share passwords and Secure Notes with family or friends without exposing your credentials. - Generate new passwords effortlessly: Create and save unique, random, and complex passwords for every account in a single tap with Dashlane's built-in Password Generator. - Keep your most important files handy: Securely encrypt and store important documents, IDs, and receipts directly within your Secure Notes. - Simplify your security: Generate and easily find your OTP (one-time password) and 2FA codes directly within Dashlane for all your 2FA-protected accounts. Stay protected, without staying on high alert - Get personalized security recommendations: "For You" is a dedicated space for security advice and actionable steps tailored to your digital footprint. - Stay ahead of phishing attempts: Vault phishing alerts appear when you try to autofill or copy and paste login info on a suspicious site or an app not associated with your account, ensuring you only share info with sites you trust. - Keep your data private: Dashlane's zero-knowledge security architecture means your information is encrypted on your device and never visible to us. - Protect your personal data on public Wi-Fi networks: Browse privately with a VPN (virtual private network), provided in partnership with Hotspot Shield. Note: all features listed above require a Dashlane Premium or Friends & Family plan subscription. Some limitations may apply. Join the millions who stay secure with our proactive password protection.
Password Manager & Generator
Securely store and manage all your digital credentials in one place. Generate strong, unique passwords and organize your information for easy access. Offers quick and secure app unlocking.
- Secure password storage
- Strong password generation
- Digital identity simplification
- Information organization
- Quick and secure unlocking
- Account management
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Keep all your passwords in one place. Can’t remember your credentials? We Do it for You! - Securely store passwords - Simplifies and secures your digital identity - Create strong, unique passwords and memorizable pass - Phrases - Organize your information - Unlock the app quickly and securely - Add all your accounts Download the most secure password manager Password Manager Subscription options: Title of publication or service: Password vault Pro Length of subscription: - Annual (First 3 day free trial) - Monthly (First 3 day free trial) - Weekly (First 3 day free trial) Price of subscription: - 3 day free trial then $49.99 per year - 3 day free trial then $8.99 per month - 3 day free trial then $2.99 per week Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. You can turn of the auto-renew subscription from iPhone setting Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase Privacy Policy: http://www.passwordmanagerapp.com/privacy-policy.php Terms of use: http://www.passwordmanagerapp.com/terms-of-use.php Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication where applicable Password Vault adds the great features above and are available through an auto-renewing subscription. Subscriptions will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of your current subscription, and you can cancel a subscription during the active period. You can manage your subscription at any time, either by viewing your account in iTunes from your Mac or PC, or Account Settings on your device after purchase Contact us at: bestcoolappsllc@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Dashlane Password Manager at free with in-app purchases against Password Manager & Generator's subscription. Dashlane Password Manager also leads on ratings volume (107K vs 1.4K) and rating (4.8 vs 4.5). Password Manager & Generator's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Dashlane Password Manager sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Password Manager & Generator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Dashlane Password Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dashlane Password Manager has 107K ratings behind it against 1.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Dashlane Password Manager's written reviews are positive against 82% of Password Manager & Generator's.
Dashlane Password Manager ships an update weekly, Password Manager & Generator fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dashlane Password Manager | Password Manager & Generator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (107K ratings) — better | 4.5 (1.4K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 93.2% of reviews — better | 81.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 107K — better | 1.4K |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #36 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 220 MB | 38 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dashlane | Best Cool Apps LLC |
Customer experience
Dashlane Password Manager
Password Manager & Generator
User reviews
Dashlane Password Manager
From 107K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Secure password storage
- 🚀 Convenient auto-fill and login features
- 💡 Generates strong, unique passwords
- 👍 Seamless syncing across devices
Room to improve
- 🐛 Occasional sync and login issues
- 🐛 Compatibility problems with some websites
- 🐛 Unreliable auto-fill functionality
- 🐛 Confusing interface at times
- 💰 Expensive premium subscription
Password Manager & Generator
From 1.4K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🔒 Secure password storage
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient password management
- 🔒 Keeps personal information safe
- 👍 Simple and straightforward
Room to improve
- 🐛 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🐛 Frequent prompts to upgrade
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
Bugs and requests
Dashlane Password Manager
Reported bugs
3 issues- Passwords randomly disappearing from the app
- Inability to access account after password reset
- Syncing issues between devices
Requested features
4 requests- Improved password organization and categorization
- Ability to customize password requirements
- Better integration with mobile apps
- More comprehensive backup and restore options
Password Manager & Generator
Reported bugs
2 issues- Login screen freezes
- Crashes when trying to view passwords
Requested features
3 requests- Apple ID login option
- More customization options
- Improved password sharing capabilities
In-app purchases
Dashlane Password Manager
- Dashlane Premium (Legacy)3 variants$6.991 Month
- Dashlane Premium Family Legacy$9.791 Month
- Dashlane Premium (Legacy)2 variants$59.991 Year
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- Dashlane Premium - 1 Year$64.991 Year
- Dashlane Premium Family$97.901 Year
- Dashlane Premium (Legacy)$129.991 Year
- Dashlane Premium Family Legacy$194.991 Year
Password Manager & Generator
- Passwords Pro - Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Weekly Special discount7 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Passwords Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$8.991 Month
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- Passwords Pro - Yearly3 Days trial$49.991 Year
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