Password protection has become the norm in the modern world, but most users struggle to keep up with the times and use secure passwords in their day-to-day operations.
Even then, it can be challenging to keep score of all the passwords used across multitudes of online services, and the resulting chaos can’t be resolved without help.
Password manager apps are here to stay, and are excellent tools to both store and protect passwords. With modern encryption methods, Enpass and LastPass have quickly become two of the top competitors.
This article will compare them to see which one is best for personal and professional users.
Enpass vs. LastPass: At a Glance
While both managers behave similarly when you first open them up, there are a few differences we’ll go over in more detail.
Enpass
Enpass’s business model is heavily favored towards PC users, since the desktop app receives the most free-of-charge benefits.
However, Enpass mobile users will receive better security and more mobile storage options. This comes at the cost of limited free options and functions, though, since the mobile app can store only 25 passwords with the free plan.
Key Features:
- AES 256 encryption
- Mobile and PC-friendly
- Different vaults for more than just passwords
- Local storage
- Password generator
Pricing:
- Free for PC
- 25 items free for mobile users
- $27.59 per year for a single user, $41.39 for Family Plan and $91.99 for lifetime access
Enpass is an attractive password manager, price-wise. Since the PC version offers all the capabilities for free, you can test it out and see if it meets your demands, and then choose to upgrade the lackluster mobile version to match.
However, it lacks good password autofill and capture options, and I’ve had trouble locating an automated import feature when signing up for an account.
LastPass
LastPass is available on all platforms, including PC, mobile, and as a browser extension. LastPass’s main draw is their unlimited device use, meaning you can set up a single account for a multitude of devices, which most businesspeople are bound to have.
With excellent security options and some additional features, it’s easy to see why LastPass is one of the fan-favorites.
Key Features:
- AES 256 encryption
- Available on all platforms
- Unlimited cross-platform use
- Excellent free version
- Vault management
- Password generator and changing in-app
- Zero-knowledge storage using a master password
Pricing:
- Free version for all platforms
- $4/month for Premium for a single user
- Business integrations starting at $4/month/user
LastPass has an impressive arsenal of options, but the most important is the automated password checker. It will scour through the vault, searching for weak or repetitive passwords.
It also can change passwords directly from the vault, although that usually directs you to the respective service’s webpage anyway. Its password generator serves you reliable, strong, almost incomprehensible passwords that it then saves so you don’t have to remember them.
Which One Should You Use?
The barrier of entry for Enpass is incredibly low. Its PC app is free, and can provide you with all Premium options for an effective password manager.
However, the mobile version sorely needs to be upgraded to be of any use since 25 passwords are too few in the modern world. Furthermore, Enpass has a lacking browser extension.
Overall, both options will work well for personal use since they use robust encryption methods and can store passwords for easy access. For business owners, however, LastPass offers more convenient password sharing and monetization options, even if it comes at a premium price.
Strong Competition
Both Enpass and LastPass are strong contenders if you’re debating which one to use to store passwords. Since both have excellent free options, you can check each one out and make an informed choice.
However, we’d recommend LastPass for browser users and businesspeople due to slightly increased security and better password management and sharing.