Bitwarden vs iCloud Passwords
Bitwarden and iCloud Passwords both compete in the same corner of the Chrome Web Store (password), but they are built for different users. Bitwarden has roughly 7M users and a 4.3-star average; iCloud Passwords sits at about 6M users with 2.3 stars. On pricing, Bitwarden is freemium while iCloud Passwords is free.
iCloud Passwords
2.3iCloud Passwords lets you fill passwords from iCloud Keychain when signing in to websites using Chrome.
Side-by-side comparison
| Bitwarden | iCloud Passwords | |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 |
| Reviews | 8,000 | 2,700 |
| Users | ~7M+ | ~6M+ |
| Pricing | Freemium · From $10/yr | Free |
| Category | Privacy & Security | Productivity |
| Developer | Bitwarden Inc. | Apple |
| Last updated | 2026-07-04 | 2026-09-01 |
| Best for | Anyone replacing reused passwords with a proper encrypted vault on a small budget. | iCloud Passwords lets you fill passwords from iCloud Keychain when signing in to websites using Chrome. |
Final recommendation
Pick Bitwarden — it leads on both installs and review scores.
Frequently asked questions
Can I install Bitwarden and iCloud Passwords at the same time?
Yes, Chrome runs them independently. Keep both only if they do different jobs; if they overlap, pick one, because each active extension adds memory use, page scripts and another set of permissions.
Where do the ratings and install numbers come from?
From each extension's public Chrome Web Store listing. They can lag the live store slightly, and a dash means the figures have not been synced yet.
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