RoboForm vs 1Password

1Password and RoboForm are popular password managers that have found their users over the years – since 2006 for 1Password and 1999 for RoboForm. Neither provider has experienced data breaches that would have affected users’ data, and both have been audited numerous times by independent parties to prove their claims of top-notch privacy and security.

While both 1Password and RoboForm are considered strong competitors, there are a few distinct aspects that help comparing the two password managers and choosing a winner. RoboForm’s appeal lies in budget-friendly pricing and the free plan offering, while 1Password provides users with more features overall. But what is more important, and which provider should be declared the winner?

I thoroughly tested both 1Password and RoboForm to understand how they work and what they can offer for users. I specifically focused on security, features, ease of use, pricing, and customer support. Here’s what I found.

RoboForm vs 1Password – an overview

RoboForm is one of the cheapest password managers on the market, with the starting price of $0.99/month. Although 1Password is a little more expensive (from $2.00/month), it is quite comparable to RoboForm in terms of security. Both employ strong encryption algorithms, MFA, and reliable data storage. Both follow strict privacy policies and have been assessed by independent auditors. Before I get into a detailed comparison, here’s a quick overview of the two password managers.

	1Password	RoboForm
⭐ Rating:	4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★	4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
🥇 Overall rank:	#2 out of #19	#3 out of #19
🔥 Coupons:	1Password coupon 50% OFF	RoboForm coupon 60% OFF
💵 Price:	From $2.00/month	From $0.99/month
✂️ Free version:	14-day trial	Yes
🔒 Encryption:	AES-256	AES-256
🖥️ Platforms:	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, Linux
🌐 Browser extensions:	Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, Safari	Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Microsoft Edge, and Safari

1Password vs RoboForm: which one is more secure?

After thoroughly reviewing and testing 1Password and RoboForm in terms of security, I’m calling a draw. Both have made it to the list of the best password managers in 2024 because both can ensure top-notch data privacy with AES-256 encryption, multi-factor authentication, and secure data storage. On top of that, both follow strict privacy policies that have been independently audited.

Security features	1Password	RoboForm
Encryption	AES-256	AES-256
Two-factor authentication	✅ Yes (authentication app, FIDO U2F-compatible security keys, like Titan or YubiKey)	✅ Yes (authentication app, email, SMS, or TOTP)
Biometric authentication	✅ Yes (fingerprint, facial, iris recognition)	✅ Yes (fingerprint, facial, iris recognition)
Zero-knowledge architecture	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Security audits	Audited by ISE, Onica, Secfault Security, Recurity Labs, and Cure53	Audited by Secfault Security

Encryption

Both RoboForm and 1Password bring their A-game regarding encryption, opting for top-grade 256-bit AES encryption. This is one of the most secure encryption methods out there.

During RoboForm’s review, I found that all data is encrypted at every stage using 256-bit AES with PBKDF2 SHA256 to protect against all sorts of attacks, including dictionary and brute force. Plus, its adherence to the zero-knowledge policy also means that all encryption/decryption is done locally, and only you have access to the master password.

Likewise, the comprehensive 1Password review has shown that the provider guards your data with 256-bit AES encryption and PBKDF2 password hashing. And, of course, its end-to-end encryption makes it impossible for someone to intercept or access your data without authorization.

To top it all off, you also get a 128-bit Secret Key, which is used in combination with the account password to protect your data. With its 128 bits of entropy, your account password is virtually unguessable.

Multi-factor security

You can use multi-factor authentication (MFA) with both RoboForm and 1Password. MFA adds another layer of security by requiring two or more levels of identification before granting access to your vault.

If you’re on RoboForm’s free or paid tier plan, it supports various two-factor authentication (2FA) methods. The only major exceptions are hardware keys like YubiKey. That caveat aside, you still have quite a few options, including Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, and Authy.

You can also opt for a one-time password (OTP) sent via email or SMS. However, these methods aren’t recommended as they’re significantly more vulnerable to hacking than authenticator apps.

1Password, meanwhile, allows 2FA with authenticator apps Authy and Microsoft Authenticator. Alternatively, push notifications to confirm sign-in requests using Duo Security are also supported.

Data storage

While both 1Password and RoboForm enable storing and managing credentials, 1Password users get to use a traditional secure cloud storage vault and RoboForm users can use Safenotes.

RoboForm Safenotes is sort of an encrypted digital notebook. You can use it to store information like Wi-Fi passwords, ATM codes, alarm combinations, insurance policy details, and more. However, you’d need another solution for things like videos and photos, as those aren’t supported. In this case, RoboForm recommends that you turn to GoodSync instead.

On the other hand, 1Password provides data storage, but it places a number of limitations on the feature. Personal and Families plans’ users get 1GB of storage, while Business users get 5GB of storage. Either way, each file must be under 2GB in size. That might be enough for things like passwords, documents, and financial statements, but it’s a tight fit – if not downright impossible – for resource-heavy items such as photos and videos.

Privacy policy

Both RoboForm and 1Password were built on zero-knowledge architecture, which means that they can’t access your vault and its content. However, password managers do still collect certain personal data. The good news is that their privacy policies are in line with industry standards, and they’re transparent about how as well as what they log.

With RoboForm, you can expect it to collect your name, email, phone number, operating system type, and more. The provider is also clear about the fact that it will not send personal data stored on its servers to other parties except when the data is necessary for its business processes.

1Password also collects some information about its users, including account-related details, usage data, IP address, email address, device information, and some analytical data.

Third-party security audits

Independent audits reveal a lot about a password manager’s commitment to its products and services. Both RoboForm and 1Password have undergone an independent audit by third-party firms that prove both providers' reliability and focus on privacy.

RoboForm has SOC 2 certification on its servers. Plus, it’s also worth noting that the said servers are located in a secure Tier 1 facility in Virginia, US – surrounded by armed guards, backup generators, and connections to multiple internet backbones. Moreover, RoboForm has successfully passed three security audits by Secfault Security (latest one in May 2023).

1Password boasts a long list of security assessments, with the latest one in May 2024. For starters, it’s SOC 2 Type 2 certified. Apart from that, it’s also regularly assessed, tested, and audited by agencies like Cure53, Secfault Security, Recurity Labs, AppSec, and Onica. Plus, 1Password engages Bugcrowd for a public, ongoing bug bounty program.

RoboForm vs 1Password: features overview

1Password offers more features than RoboForm, and that is one of the main reasons why I consider it to be the superior of the two password managers.

Both password managers offer some very handy features to enhance their services. Password importing, recovering, generating and sharing, as well as autofill are all included.

However, 1Password provides users with automatic backups, enables sharing password securely with everyone, offers secure data storage, and has a nifty little feature called Travel mode.

Security features	1Password	RoboForm
Automatic backups	✅ Yes	❌ No
Automatic autofill	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Password generator	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Secure password sharing with anyone	✅ Yes	❌ No (with RoboForm users only)
Weak password monitoring	✅ Yes (Watchtower)	✅ Yes (Security Center)
Payment card autofill	✅ Yes (Privacy Cards)	✅ Yes (Form Filler)
Travel mode	✅ Yes	❌ No
Data storage	✅ From 1GB	❌ No

Password importing

As expected from password managers of their caliber, both RoboForm and 1Password support bulk password importing from an extensive list of browsers, other password managers, files, and apps.

In RoboForm’s case, it allows data importing from all the popular browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. Beyond that, it also supports easy password importing from numerous other password managers. Among them are 1Password, Dashlane, KeePass, Keeper, and EnPass. Of course, the standard CSV files make the list of supported applications, too.

1Password supports password importing from Chrome, Firefox, and Safari. Imports from other password managers like RoboForm, Dashlane, KeePass, and LastPass are allowed as well. Alternatively, you can also opt to import data using CSV, 1pux, or 1pif files.

Overall, both password managers ensure that their users have convenient data-importing options.

Account and password recovery

RoboForm and 1Password both have account and password recovery options. However, RoboForm may be a little more forgiving and accommodating of the two password managers.

First things first, RoboForm has no way to recover your master password since it’s not stored in the servers. However, if you’ve enabled biometrics on your RoboForm mobile app, you can use it to restore your master password.

Besides that, you can also add an emergency contact to help you access your account and download your data. Just bear in mind that Emergency Access is only available for paid users, and your trusted contact must have a RoboForm account.

As for 1Password, things are more old-school, as your lifeline is the Emergency Kit – a PDF document that sets out your account details and passwords. You should have both digital and printed copies stored securely.

Things are easier for those on 1Password’s Family, Teams, Business, or Enterprise plans as 1Password lets family organizers and team administrators restore access.

Password generator

1Password and Roboform both come with great password generators that enable creating unique, hard-to-crack passwords.

RoboForm’s password generator allows a fair bit of customization. You can tweak the settings to include/exclude characters, numbers, capitalization, and more. The default length of the generated password is 16 characters, but you can go all in and extend the number of characters up to a whopping 512.

Meanwhile, 1Password offers a Strong Password Generator, which can generate random passwords, pass-phrase passwords, and PINs. What you can customize here are the password length, capitalization, and types of characters.

Overall, both password generators are definitely up to par and would come in handy when you need strong and unique passwords quickly.

Password sharing

RoboForm and 1Password throw in the password and account-sharing features so that their users can safely share credentials with others, too.

With RoboForm, credential-sharing requires just a few easy clicks. You have full control over who has access, access level, and can revoke the access at any time. Individual item sharing aside, there’s also an option to share an entire folder with others. On the downside, you can only share passwords with other RoboForm users, which makes this function highly limited.

1Password, on the other hand, is much more flexible in terms of safe password sharing. You can share passwords with anyone you like using a link whose expiration date you can set up yourself. You can also select who the link is accessible to by adding specific email addresses. In my opinion, this makes the 1Password password sharing option much more functional, convenient, and safe, compared to RoboForm.

Additionally, those on 1Password’s Families or Team and Business plans also have the option to share a vault. In this case, the family organizer or the team administrator will be the one to manage each user’s permission and access level.

Autofill

Although both RoboForm and 1Password enable autofilling logins and other sensitive information, I found RoboForm’s version a little more intuitive and seamless.

With RoboForm, all you need to do is click on its icon beside the login fields and it will automatically fill in the appropriate credentials and submit the form on your behalf. Basically, that’s all the heavy lifting taken care of by the password manager.

In contrast, 1Password’s autofill is clunkier. To access your account, you must first click on its icon and then the specific login item. If there’s more than one suggested item, you’ll need to scroll and search the list for the correct one.

Overall, while the process isn’t necessarily complicated, 1Password’s autofill feature slows down rather than speeds up the credential-filling process on some occasions.

1Password vs RoboForm: plans and pricing

1Password and RoboForm provide very comparable pricing plans, with one big distinction – RoboForm has a free plan as well. Besides that, the provider has three main plans: Premium, Family, and Business. 1Password offers Individual, Families, and Business plans.

When comparing RoboForm vs 1Password pricing, it’s evident that RoboForm is slightly more affordable. However, both are very easy on the wallet and offer a line-up of plans to suit different needs.

Plan	1Password
Free	❌ No	✅ Yes
Individual/Premium	$2.00/month (1 user)	$0.99/month (1 user)
Families/Family	$4.99/month (5 users)	$1.59/month (5 users)
Business	From $7.99/month/user	From $1.87/month/user
	Try 1Password	Try RoboForm

Right from the get-go, RoboForm takes the lead in the pricing comparison because it has a free plan. It supports unlimited passwords on 1 device, compromised password monitoring, 2-factor authentication, and cloud backup. You can also use RoboForm as a TOTP authenticator and you can seek assistance from support.

1Password’s entry plan (Individual) supports unlimited items on unlimited devices, and users get 1GB of storage. It costs $2.00/month. RoboForm’s entry plan (Premium) costs a fraction of that ($0.99/month), and it offers Emergency Access, priority support, Secure Shared Folders, and other perks.

If you want to share your password manager account with multiple people in your household, you can opt for the next-tier plan. 1Password calls it Families and prices it at $4.99/month. This plan covers up to 5 users and offers expert support and administrative controls. Roboform’s Family plan also covers 5 users and offers the same perks that are available to Premium users. This plan costs $1.59/month.

Finally, we have the Business plans. 1Password offers Teams and Business plans separately – Teams covers 10 users for $19.95/month, while the Business plan costs $7.99/month/user and offers Azure AD, OneLogin, Slack, Duo, and other integrations, as well as reporting, admin controls, and custom security policies

RoboForm has one Business plan, but pricing depends on the number of users you need to cover – the more users you have, the lower the price per user is (from $1.87/month/user for 101-1000 users). This plan offers SSO integration, role-based access, security alerts, dark web monitoring, and other benefits.

Platforms, interface, and ease of use

1Password and RoboForm have dedicated apps for some of the most popular operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and Linux. Both also offer extensions for various web browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. Uniquely, 1Password supports Brave, while RoboForm covers Opera.

	1Password	RoboForm
Supported OS	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS	Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
Browser extension	Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, Brave	Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, Opera
Number of users	Up to 5 (Family plan)	Up to 5 (Families plan)

Overall, while similarities exist, both password managers are unique. After thorough testing and analysis, I concluded that 1Password has a slight edge over RoboForm. This password manager’s apps and extensions are more comprehensive and feature-rich compared to what RoboForm offers.

Desktop apps

RoboForm and 1Password’s desktop apps work on Windows, macOS, and Linux devices. Both providers’ installation and setup processes require just a few clicks and can be done in seconds.

When I tested RoboForm’s desktop apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux, I found that they closely resemble one another. Whichever one you’re using, you’ll find that the app is clean, streamlined, and very easy to navigate.

When setting up, I had no trouble with RoboForm. In just a few clicks, the app was ready to use, and I was able to create my account in no time as well.

There’s a simple menu on the left, and you can use it to navigate the app and manage your data quickly and effectively. Logins, Bookmarks, Identities, Contacts, Safenotes, All, and Shared items are all separated and easily accessible. The same menu also offers access to RoboForm’s Authenticator and Security Center.

On the downside, I found that RoboForm’s autosave and autofill functions can be glitchy sometimes, and you may need to enter or fill in some details manually.

In contrast to RoboForm’s minimalistic design, 1Password’s desktop apps for Windows, macOS, and Linux appear more cluttered at first glance. Therefore, beginner users may need more time getting used to the provider’s apps.

Just like with RoboForm, I had no trouble setting up the app and my account, and once I got the hang of the navigation, I found the available options and menus very useful.

In the menu on the left, you have access to All Items, Favorites, Watchtower, and Vaults. The design is modern and pleasing to the eye, and it’s very easy to access all the data you choose to secure.

On the downside, Travel Mode – which is one of the best 1Password features – can only be managed through a web browser or a mobile app.

Browser extensions

1Password and RoboForm support all the major browsers: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge. Whichever one you opt for, setup is nothing more than just clicking when prompted. However, I found RoboForm’s browser extensions more versatile.

RoboForm’s extension has all the core features like autosave, autofill, and password generator. It’s not much but that’s to be expected from a password manager’s browser extension.

Features are laid out in a tab format with three top-level tabs. The first tab can be personalized so that your most-used item is well within reach. Within each tab, you can also click on Popular, Recent, and Pinned items for easy access. Additionally, there’s a search bar so that you can zero in on an item quickly.

Likewise, 1Password’s functionalities are tied to its web app. Credential and password filling, saving, and generating are all that are available on the extensions. Look-wise, the interface is well-organized and modern – I preferred it to RoboForm’s extensions. I found saving logins and accessing data easier with 1Password’s extensions than with RoboForm’s extensions – the best part is the drag-and-drop functionality that ensures smooth and quick access.

Plus, 1Password’s extensions offer pretty much all the main features that you get with the desktop app. In fact, you get more functionality compared to a desktop app because you get to take full advantage of Travel mode. I also appreciated the Lock functionality that enables locking the entire account through the extension.

Overall, based on my experience with password managers, I can confidently say that 1Password has one of the most comprehensive browser extensions on the market.

Mobile apps

To set up your RoboForm or 1Password mobile app, you just need to download the app from either the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store.

RoboForm’s mobile apps for iOS and Android look extremely similar. Sleek and easy to navigate, they’re great when you need to manage your credentials on the fly. The functionalities of RoboForm mobile apps are limited, but you still get the core ones like autofill, password generator, and password audit.

The same goes for 1Password. Both iOS and Android mobile apps sport very similar designs with modern and uncomplicated layouts. Navigation is a breeze, too.

When I tested 1Password’s Android app, I was able to set it up using a QR code provided with the Emergency Kit PDF. After that, I could access all my passwords with ease. I also really liked that I could customize the mobile app and remove certain sections from the home page – this is a small thing, but certainly gives an edge over other password manager apps on the market.

The only downside is that, just like with RoboForm, you don’t get to enjoy the full spectrum of features on your mobile device. Autofill, password generator, and secure sharing are about all that you get.

RoboForm vs 1Password: customer support

Both RoboForm and 1Password provide a range of customer support options but RoboForm offers live chat and phone call-backs during business hours. While it may seem that RoboForm offers more advanced customer support, in reality both providers can offer assistance when you need it.

	1Password	Bitwarden
Email support	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
24/7 live chat	❌ No	❌ No (Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm ET)
Phone support	❌ No	✅ Yes
Community forum	✅ Yes	❌ No
Written guides	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Social media support	✅ Yes	✅ Yes

With RoboForm, your support options depend on your plan. Ticket support is available to all users. When I tested this option while on a free plan, I received an answer in a few days – not the best result. There's also RoboForm’s Help Center, User Manual, and Tutorials all offer great resources if you prefer a DIY option, instead.

Although RoboForm doesn’t offer 24/7 live chat, and there’s no phone number you can call directly to seek help, you can chat with agents live or request a call-back on the phone during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm ET).

In contrast, 1Password’s customer support appears to be less accessible. Its agent assistance is only available via email and Twitter. Wait time for replies isn’t terrible but you don’t get immediate help, either. However, 1Password’s agents are available 24/7 globally.

When I tested the chatbot option, I was able to resolve my issue within 15 minutes. Because the chatbot couldn’t provide an answer with generic guides and resources, it requested my contact email address and registered a ticket automatically.

So, considering that 1Password’s support agents are available 24/7, you might have better luck getting a response quickly even if there are no live chat or phone support options.

Additionally, 1Password has an extensive knowledge base that allows you to resolve problems autonomously. There’s also an active community forum that you can use to seek help.

RoboForm vs 1Password – which one should you choose?

RoboForm and 1Password are highly comparable password managers. After all, they’re considered some of the best password managers in 2024. Unsurprisingly, when it came to comparing the two, I had to pay attention to small details. Both are considered highly secure, both offer user-friendly apps, and both support popular operating systems and browsers. In terms of customer support, RoboForm might seem to offer more options, but when I tested the providers, I found that 1Password can be just as effective – and in some cases, perhaps more effective – even with fewer options.

Ultimately, while RoboForm is more budget-friendly, which is a significant benefit over 1Password, it’s lacking in terms of features. Therefore, while I believe that users can use both providers equally as successfully, 1Password is better than RoboForm, even if by a margin.

Category	1Password	RoboForm
Security	✅ 1Password has been audited by independent auditors, supports a zero-knowledge architecture, offers MFA, encrypts data strong AES-256 encryption, and offers secure storage.	✅ RoboForm has been audited by independent auditors, supports a zero-knowledge architecture, offers MFA, and encrypts data strong AES-256 encryption.
Features	✅ 1Password offers all the basic password management features, and includes such extras as Travel Mode, automatic backups, and secure password sharing with everyone.	❌ RoboForm offers all the basic password management features, but falls short in terms of extra additions.
Pricing	❌ While 1Password offers all the same paid plans as RoboForm, it’s more expensive. Plus, there’s no free plan.	✅ RoboForm offers a free plan, and all plans for individuals, families, and businesses are more budget-friendly than 1Password’s plans.
User-friendliness and compatibility	✅ 1Password is compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and popular browsers. It’s very easy to set up and navigate, despite being a tad more complicated to get used to at first.	✅ RoboForm is compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and popular browsers. It’s very easy to set up and navigate.
Customer support	✅ 1Password doesn’t offer 24/7 live chat or phone support, but agents are available around the clock and they’re quick at resolving tickets.	✅ RoboForm offers call-backs and chat support during business hours, which may offer quick assistance during business hours. But that may be a hindrance for users during off business hours.

How I tested 1Password vs RoboForm

I followed our password manager testing methodology to assess 1Password and RoboForm and then compare them. To make sure the assessment was accurate, I tested both providers on the same operating systems – macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android. I carefully assessed the password managers in terms of ease of use, compatibility, pricing, features, security attributes, and customer support.

Since password managers are, first and foremost, security tools for keeping your sensitive logins and other personal data private and safe, I primarily focused on security. I compared the encryption protocols in use, privacy policies, and security audits among other attributes. I then assessed the providers’ features and compared how they differ among desktop and mobile apps.

After testing 1Password and RoboForm on different platforms, I got a feel for how easy they were to set up and use. While that might not be the most essential criteria for this comparison, it was important for me to see if these providers are easy enough to navigate for beginner users.

I then assessed the password managers’ customer support options. I contacted the agents of both providers to seek help – positive results indicate whether or not beginner users can find assistance if they struggle navigating or using either tool.

Finally, I also compared the plans and pricing of both 1Password and RoboForm. I checked what plans were available and whether or not they were priced reasonably.

Once I had all the information about 1Password and RoboForm, it was easy to compare them both and decide which password manager was the winner.

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