Proton Pass review (2026): features, pros and cons, pricing
Swiss end-to-end encrypted password manager with business plans from Pass Essentials to the full Proton Workspace bundle.
Verdict at a glance
Proton Pass is a Swiss end-to-end encrypted password manager with plans from Pass Essentials to the Proton Workspace bundle. Its strengths are a privacy-focused design, email aliases, built-in 2FA and group sharing on Professional.
Pros
- Strong privacy posture.
- Email alias and 2FA built in.
Cons
- Fewer enterprise admin features.
- Newer product with short track record.
What is Proton Pass?
Swiss end-to-end encrypted password manager with business plans from Pass Essentials to the full Proton Workspace bundle. It is built for privacy-first teams in Europe and small teams wanting email aliases and built-in 2FA. Proton Pass was founded in 2014 and is based in Geneva, Switzerland.
Category: Business Password Managers
Proton Pass key features
| Feature | What we found |
|---|---|
| Shared vaults and permissions | Group sharing on Professional. |
| SSO and directory sync | SSO listed under Pass Professional; SCIM not stated. |
| Admin console and reporting | Detailed activity logs and enterprise policies on Professional. |
| Passkey and MFA support | Passkey support on Essentials and up. |
| Encryption and security record | End-to-end encrypted; ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA pages linked. |
| Dark web and breach monitoring | Dark Web Monitoring on Essentials. |
Proton Pass pricing
Pricing is per user per month, billed annually, with a minimum of 3 users on both Pass plans. Pass Essentials is $1.99 ($23.88 per user per year) and Pass Professional is $4.49 ($53.88 per user per year). Workspace Standard is $12.99 per user per month ($155.88 per user per year) and includes all Proton business products. The pricing page showed promotional discounts of 60% and 36%, and regular prices were not shown. No add-ons or renewal terms are published, and billing is annual only.
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pass Essentials | $1.99 | per user/month, billed annually | $23.88/user/year, 3-user minimum |
| Pass Professional | $4.49 | per user/month, billed annually | $53.88/user/year, 3-user minimum; SSO, activity logs, SIEM, CLI, group sharing |
| Workspace Standard | $12.99 | per user/month | $155.88/user/year; all Proton business products |
Prices shown were promotional (60% and 36% off); regular prices not captured.
Who Proton Pass is best for
Best for
- Privacy-first teams in Europe.
- Small teams wanting email aliases and built-in 2FA.
Not ideal for
- Enterprises needing PAM.
- Buyers needing a G2 track record.
Proton Pass alternatives
BitwardenBudget-conscious teams: $4 per user per month for Teams.
1PasswordSmall teams of up to 20 via the Starter Pack.
NordPassCost-focused SMBs on Google Workspace.
DashlaneSmall and mid-size teams that want a polished employee-facing app.
PassboltTechnical teams that want to self-host and audit the code.
Keeper SecurityRegulated or government-adjacent buyers needing FedRAMP, FIPS 140-3 or HIPAA alignment.
What Proton Pass really costs
- Per seat per month
- $4.49 (Pass Professional, promotional, billed annually)
- Billing
- Annual only.
- Minimum seats
- 3 users minimum.
- 20 users per year
- 20 x $53.88 = $1,077.60/year on Professional (promotional price)
Questions to ask about price
- What is the discount for annual billing, and can we start monthly?
- Which features we need sit in add-ons or a higher plan, and what do they cost?
- How much can the price rise at renewal, and is the increase capped in the contract?
- Are there one-time costs for implementation, onboarding or data migration?
Is Proton Pass worth the price?
For a small privacy-focused team the math is hard to beat: 20 users on Professional come to $1,077.60 a year at the promotional price. Value drops if the promotion ends and you renew at a higher list price, or if you need enterprise admin features, privileged access management or a long track record. The 3-user minimum also makes it awkward for solo buyers.
Worth it if
- Privacy-first teams in Europe.
- Small teams wanting email aliases and built-in 2FA.
Look elsewhere if
- Enterprises needing PAM.
- Buyers needing a G2 track record.
Cheaper per seat than Proton Pass
- NordPass$1.99 (Teams, 1-year plan, Cybernews)
- Keeper Security$2 (Business Starter, third-party reported, 5-10 users only)
- Bitwarden$4 (Teams, billed annually)
Pricing details most reviews leave out
- 3-user minimum on both Pass business plans.
- SSO, activity logs and SIEM only on Professional.
- Pricing page showed promotional discounts, so list price may rise.
- Hosting location not stated on page, only Swiss company.
Our verdict on Proton Pass
Proton Pass is cheap on paper. Pass Essentials is $1.99 per user per month and Pass Professional is $4.49, both billed annually with a 3-user minimum. There is also a free plan, a 14-day trial and a 30-day money-back guarantee. The catch is that the prices shown were promotional, so the regular list price may be higher at renewal. That makes the entry price low but the long-term price uncertain.
The step from Essentials to Professional matters, because SSO, activity logs, SIEM, CLI and group sharing sit on Professional. The full Workspace Standard bundle is $12.99 per user per month and covers all Proton business products. Proton Pass has no G2 reviews, so rely on a trial for value, not ratings.
Proton Pass FAQ
What is Proton Pass used for?
Proton Pass is a Swiss end-to-end encrypted password manager with plans from Pass Essentials to the Proton Workspace bundle. Its strengths are a privacy-focused design, email aliases, built-in 2FA and group sharing on Professional. It suits privacy-first teams in Europe.
How much does Proton Pass cost for 20 users?
On Pass Professional, 20 users cost $1,077.60 per year at the promotional price of $4.49 per user per month, billed annually. Regular pricing was not shown, so renewal may be higher.
Does Proton Pass have a free plan?
Yes, there is a free plan. Business plans offer a 14-day trial and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Is there a minimum number of users?
Yes. Both Pass Essentials and Pass Professional require at least 3 users, billed annually.
About Proton Pass
- Founded
- 2014.
- Headquarters
- Geneva, Switzerland.
- Employees
- About 500 (Proton AG, 2024)
- Funding or owner
- Nonprofit foundation-controlled.
Listed in: Business Password Managers
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from Proton Pass's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.