LastPass reviews

Mainstream password manager, with a limited free version.

About

In practice. What you can do with LastPass.

LastPass is one of the most well-known mainstream password managers, but suffered several major security incidents (a 2022 data breach) that tarnished its reputation and pushed many users toward Bitwarden or 1Password.

The free version is now limited to one device type (mobile OR computer, no longer both), significantly reducing its appeal against more generous competitors.

Practical uses

Store and autofill passwords simply.
Share passwordsTrusted people.
Monitor if your credentials on dark web.

Features & use cases

Security

Pros and cons. What LastPass does well, and what to expect.

Pros

Generous free plan (unlimited passwords, dark web monitoring).
Transparent zero-knowledge encryption.
Excellent autofill across all browsers.
Secure sharing with granular access management.

Cons

Free plan: sync limited to 1 device type (not mobile AND desktop).
Paid plans prices not displayed upfront (promotion ongoing).
Security history (2015, 2022 breaches).

When it makes sense. Keep LastPass, or challenge it?

Keep if

You need simple cloud password manager.
You prefer guaranteed zero-knowledge encryption.

LastPass becomes worthwhile when

You use it at least once a week
The monthly cost ($3) is small next to the time it saves you

Challenge if

You want open-source self-hosted solution.
You need mobile AND desktop sync simultaneously free.

LastPass becomes too expensive when

You use it less than once a month
A simple free version or a tool already in your stack would do

Our verdict. What to know about LastPass.

Why this verdict

Average

LastPass is fairly easy to replace with an alternative, no free tier to test before paying, clearly documented use cases.

LastPassFrom €3/mo

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