Google Password Manager
Chrome and Android users who want simple, free password management within the Google ecosystem
iCloud Keychain
Apple-only users who want seamless, free password management without installing third-party apps
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Google Password Manager
Chrome and Android users who want simple, free password management within the Google ecosystem
Google Password Manager offers solid, free password management for users already committed to the Google ecosystem. It handles the basics well but lacks the advanced features of dedicated managers.
Strengths
- Completely free with no premium tier to upsell
- Seamless integration with Chrome and Android
- Password checkup alerts for compromised credentials
- Passkey support for passwordless authentication
Limitations
- Requires Chrome browser on desktop (no Firefox/Safari extension)
- No secure notes or document storage
- Limited password sharing capabilities
When to Choose iCloud Keychain
Apple-only users who want seamless, free password management without installing third-party apps
iCloud Keychain excels within the Apple ecosystem with tight integration and strong hardware security. However, its limited cross-platform support makes it unsuitable for users with mixed devices.
Strengths
- Completely free and built into Apple devices
- Secure Enclave hardware protection on supported devices
- Seamless autofill across Safari and iOS apps
- Passkey support with biometric authentication
Limitations
- Very limited Windows support via iCloud app
- No native Android or Linux support
- No secure notes or document storage
