Our verdict · 8.3/10 Excellent
Excellent for privacy-minded teams, especially Proton users. Business admin features are still maturing.
Key takeaways
- Best for: Privacy-focused teams.
- Strongest area: Security & privacy (9.0/10). Weakest: Integrations & ecosystem (6.8/10).
- Price: Free; business from around $2–5 / user / month — free plan available.
- Watch out for: Admin features still maturing.
What is Proton Pass?
Proton Pass is an end-to-end encrypted password manager from the Swiss company behind Proton Mail. It includes hide-my-email aliases, passkeys and a built-in authenticator, with business plans adding admin controls and the option of bundling with Proton's other services.
Proton Pass is made by Proton and is reviewed here as a password manager. It is priced on a freemium basis, and our editorial score is 8.3 out of 10, calculated from six weighted criteria.
Who it’s for — and who should skip it
Choose Proton Pass if
- Privacy-focused teams
- Proton Mail users
- Teams wanting email aliases
Not for you if
- Organisations needing advanced admin policies
- Deep enterprise integrations
Key features
Hide your real address when signing up.
Store and use passkeys.
TOTP codes in the vault.
Policies and user management.
- Proton Mail
- Proton Drive
- Proton VPN
Pros & cons
What we like
- Strong privacy credentials
- Email aliases built in
- Open source and audited
- Affordable
Watch out for
- Admin features still maturing
- Fewer integrations
- Younger product
Pricing & true cost
| Plan | Indicative price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Personal |
| Pass Essentials | ≈ $2.99 / user / mo | Billed annually |
| Pass Professional | ≈ $4.99 / user / mo | Billed annually |
Pricing watch-out: Bundles with Proton Business Suite available.
True cost at 5, 10 and 25 seats
Cheapest paid plan that fits each team size, from indicative list prices checked October 31, 2026. Excludes tax, add-ons, onboarding fees and promotional discounts.
Contract questions to ask before you sign
- Does the plan auto-renew, and how many days’ notice do you need to cancel?
- Is the advertised price for annual billing? What is the month-to-month price?
- Is the first-year price a promotion? What will renewal cost, and is it capped?
- Is there a minimum number of seats, or a charge for inactive users?
- Are onboarding, implementation or premium-support fees extra?
- How do we export all our data if we leave, and in what format?
General questions for any vendor — not findings about this product. Build a full checklist with our requirements builder.
Indicative USD pricing, last checked October 31, 2026. Vendors change prices and promotions often — always confirm on their website. Model your own numbers with our SaaS TCO calculator.
Score breakdown
| Criterion | Weight | Score | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features & fit | 25% | 7.8 | 2.00 | |
| Ease of use | 15% | 8.6 | 1.30 | |
| Value for money | 15% | 8.6 | 1.30 | |
| Support & reliability | 10% | 7.4 | 0.70 | |
| Security & privacy | 30% | 9.0 | 2.70 | |
| Integrations & ecosystem | 5% | 6.8 | 0.30 | |
| Overall | 100% | Weighted for security products | 8.3 | |
Security & compliance facts
| Item | Status | Question to ask Proton |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-factor authenticationStops most account takeovers from reused or phished passwords. | Not verified by us | Can admins enforce MFA for every user, on every plan? |
| Single sign-on (SAML/OIDC)Lets you remove a leaver’s access everywhere from one place. | Not verified by us | Is SSO included on the plan we are buying, or only on enterprise tiers? |
| SOC 2 Type II reportIndependent audit of the vendor’s security controls — often required by larger customers. | Not verified by us | Can we see your current SOC 2 Type II report (under NDA if needed)? |
| ISO/IEC 27001 certificationInternational standard for running an information-security programme. | Not verified by us | Which legal entity and services does your ISO 27001 certificate cover? |
| GDPR data processing agreementNeeded if you handle personal data of people in the EU/UK. | Not verified by us | Do you offer a signed DPA and list your sub-processors? |
| HIPAA business associate agreementRequired before US healthcare businesses store protected health information. | Not verified by us | Will you sign a BAA, and on which plans? |
We have not yet verified these items for Proton Pass against a primary source, so we don’t claim them either way. Check Proton’s trust or security page and ask for documents in writing.
Before you buy any password manager
Check Proton Pass against the same list we use for every password manager — and confirm each point on the plan you intend to buy, not the top tier.
- Shared vaults with granular permissions
- Admin policies and reporting
- SSO / directory integration if needed
- Passkey support
- Published third-party audits
See every ranked option in Password Managers.
Proton Pass alternatives
Pick an alternative by what matters to you
- Cheaper
1Password Business≈ $20/mo vs $30/mo at 10 users (cheapest paid plans, indicative) - Easier to use1Password BusinessEase-of-use score 9.5 vs 8.6
- Better integrations1Password BusinessIntegrations score 8.6 vs 6.8
- Stronger on security1Password BusinessSecurity & privacy score 9.6 vs 9.0
- Higher overall score1Password BusinessOverall 9.1 vs 8.3
Computed from our published scores and indicative pricing for tools in the same category as Proton Pass. Scores are editorial; see the methodology.
Editor’s picks
Open-source password management with outstanding value and self-hosting.
A polished business password manager with strong admin controls and excellent usability.
An affordable business password manager from the makers of NordVPN.
Featured in: Best Password Managers for Business, Best LastPass Alternatives
Review history
- Scored under methodology v2.0 (six weighted criteria, computed overall score).
Proton Pass FAQ
Is Proton Pass open source?
Yes, its apps are open source and have been audited.
Can businesses use Proton Pass?
Yes, there are dedicated business plans.
Does Proton Pass have a free plan?
Yes. Proton Pass offers a free plan. Paid plans start at business from around $2–5 / user / month (indicative — check the vendor for current pricing).
Who is Proton Pass best for?
Proton Pass is best for: privacy-focused teams; proton Mail users; teams wanting email aliases.
How much does Proton Pass cost for a team of 10?
On indicative list prices, the cheapest paid plan that fits 10 users (Pass Essentials) works out at roughly $30 per month, or about $359 per year, before tax, add-ons and discounts.
How is the Proton Pass score calculated?
The 8.3/10 overall score is a weighted average of six sub-scores — features & fit, ease of use, value, support & reliability, security & privacy, and integrations — using the published weights for security products. Affiliate relationships have no input. See our methodology page for the full rubric.
What are the best alternatives to Proton Pass?
Popular alternatives include Bitwarden, 1Password Business, NordPass. See our comparisons for side-by-side verdicts.