Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 586 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Self-Hosted Password Managers
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Bitwarden leads, named in 78% of answers, ahead of at 57% and at 53%.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | A full-featured option, frequently recommended for its self-hosting and emergency access features. | 78% | |
| 2 | The classic local-file manager, often mentioned as the original offline solution. | 57% | |
| 3 | The top choice for local, offline security and hardware key support. | 53% | |
| 4 | A user-friendly local-first manager with optional | 30% | |
| 5 | 29% | ||
| 6 | An open-source, self-hosted solution designed specifically for team collaboration and sharing. | 21% | |
| 7 | Lightweight, community-driven alternative to | 20% | |
| 8 | 18% | ||
| 9 | 16% | ||
| 10 | 16% | ||
| 11 | 15% | ||
| 12 | 14% | ||
| 13 | 14% | ||
| 14 | 12% | ||
| 15 | 11% | ||
| 16 | 7% | ||
| 17 | 7% | ||
| 18 | 4% | ||
| 19 | 4% | ||
| 20 | 4% | ||
| 21 | 3% | ||
| 22 | 3% | ||
| 23 | 3% | ||
| 24 | 3% | ||
| 25 | 2% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
securden.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 51% of analyzed answers.
Slipped from #1 to #2 overall as Vaultwarden and
KeePassXC gained specialized recommendations.
“the primary self-hosted option” → “a strong choice, often paired with its lightweight alternative, Vaultwarden”
Often presented as the 'classic' option, but its modern fork KeePassXC is now more frequently recommended.
Rose from #3 to #1 in overall mention share between Nov 2025 and Mar 2026.
Jumped from #10 to #4 overall, consistently framed as an easier Bitwarden alternative.
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93% | 83% | ||
| 81% | 83% | ||
| 53% | 26% | ||
| 14% | 48% | ||
| 49% | 21% |
The two models disagree most about Keeper Security (ChatGPT #21, Google #11).
Across 586 AI responses, Bitwarden is mentioned most, named in 78% of them, followed by KeePass (57%) and KeePassXC (53%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 586 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
Initially, AI assistants focused on the official Bitwarden self-hosted option. Since late 2025, responses consistently introduce
Vaultwarden as a more lightweight alternative and
Passbolt for team-based needs, diversifying the top recommendations.
I need a password manager that supports self-hosting and does not rely on their cloud.
Initially, AI assistants focused on the official Bitwarden self-hosted option. Since late 2025, responses consistently introduce
Vaultwarden as a more lightweight alternative and
Passbolt for team-based needs, diversifying the top recommendations.
KeePassXC has been a constant top recommendation for local-only storage, solidifying its lead over time. is also consistently cited for its local-first model, while the original is mentioned less frequently as the period progresses.
I need a password manager that stores data locally and does not use cloud synchronization.
KeePassXC has been a constant top recommendation for local-only storage, solidifying its lead over time.
Enpass is also consistently cited for its local-first model, while the original
KeePass is mentioned less frequently as the period progresses.