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Google Password Manager
8.1
Chrome and Android users who want simple, free password management within the Google ecosystem
Score Comparison
Criteria
NordPass
Google Password Manager
Overall Score
8.2
8.1
Security
8.5
8.5
Ease of Use
8.8
9.5
Features
7.8
6.5
Cross-Platform
8.5
7.0
Pricing/Value
8.5
10.0
Pricing & Features
Specification
NordPass
Google Password Manager
Starting Price
Free / $1.49/mo
Free
Free Tier
Pricing Model
Freemium
Free
Making Your Decision
When to Choose NordPass
NordVPN users wanting a password manager from a trusted security brand
NordPass offers solid security from a trusted brand with an attractive price point, though it lacks some features that more established password managers provide.
Strengths
- Created by the trusted NordVPN team
- Uses modern XChaCha20 encryption
- Clean, intuitive interface
- Good value pricing when bundled with NordVPN
Limitations
- Fewer features than established competitors
- Import/export options more limited
- Free tier doesn't sync across devices
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
