Secretive vs KeePassXC
Side-by-side comparison for macOS
Secretive
8.5Store SSH keys in the Secure Enclave
KeePassXC
9.0Password manager app
| Metric | Secretive | KeePassXC |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Security & Privacy | Security & Privacy |
| AI Score | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| 30-day Installs | 413 | 2.4K |
| 90-day Installs | 1.2K | 7.2K |
| 365-day Installs | 3.9K | 27.4K |
| Version | 3.0.4 | 2.7.12 |
| Auto-updates | No | No |
| Deprecated | No | No |
| GitHub Stars | 8.2K | 26.1K |
| GitHub Forks | 192 | 1.7K |
| Open Issues | 160 | 830 |
| License | MIT | NOASSERTION |
| Language | Swift | C++ |
| Last GitHub Commit | 1mo ago | 1mo ago |
| First Seen | Jun 10, 2020 | Jan 24, 2017 |
Reviews
Secretive
Secretive securely stores SSH keys in your Mac's Secure Enclave, offering an extra layer of protection for developers and security-conscious users. It integrates seamlessly with macOS, ensuring your keys are protected by hardware-level security.
Stores SSH keys in the Mac's Secure Enclave for enhanced security.
Pros
- + Secure storage using the Secure Enclave
- + Seamless integration with macOS
- + Open-source with active community support
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some open issues that need addressing
KeePassXC
KeePassXC is a feature-rich, open-source password manager that offers cross-platform support and integrates with tools like YubiKey and TOTP. It caters to users prioritizing security and privacy, providing robust password management with WebAuthn and passkey support.
Manages and secures user passwords across multiple platforms with advanced authentication features.
Pros
- + Open-source and community-driven
- + Cross-platform compatibility
- + Supports WebAuthn, YubiKey, and TOTP
Cons
- - No auto-update feature
- - Some platform-specific feature limitations