Bitwarden is the better app overall, scoring 9.1 to 8.6. Bitwarden wins on 3 of the 5 scores, NordVPN on 2.
People who want a secure, cross-platform password manager without paying
Travelers and streamers who want a fast VPN that just works
Score by score
The details
| Feature | Bitwarden | NordVPN |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Privacy & Security | Privacy & Security |
| Category rank | #2 of 8 | #7 of 8 |
| Developer | Bitwarden Inc. | Nord Security |
| Pricing | Free + paid plans | Subscription |
| Usable for free | Yes | No |
| iPhone & iPad | ✓ | ✓ |
| Android | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mac | ✓ | ✓ |
| Windows | ✓ | ✓ |
| Linux | ✓ | ✓ |
| Web | ✓ | — |
Strengths and weaknesses
Bitwarden
- Free plan has no device or password limits
- Open source with regular third-party audits
- Premium upgrade is inexpensive
- Interface and autofill feel less refined than 1Password
- Built-in authenticator and attachments need Premium
Bitwarden is the best free password manager and the best value overall. The free plan syncs unlimited passwords across unlimited devices, the code is open source and regularly audited, and you can even self-host it. Premium adds a built-in authenticator, file attachments and emergency access at a low cost. The interface is plainer than 1Password's, but the security is excellent.
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NordVPN
- Consistently fast connections
- Reliable for streaming services abroad
- Lots of extras like Threat Protection and dark web alerts
- Frequent upsells to bundles and add-ons
- Renewal prices are much higher than introductory deals
NordVPN is one of the fastest VPNs, and it's packed with extras. NordLynx connections are quick, servers cover many countries, streaming unblocking is reliable, and Threat Protection blocks ads, trackers and malicious sites. Its no-logs policy has been independently audited. The catch is constant upselling and renewal prices that jump after the first term. Get it if speed and streaming matter most.
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