1Password review (2026): features, pros and cons, and what to check before you buy
Password manager with a flat-price starter pack for small teams and per-user Business and Enterprise plans.
Our take for buyers
1Password is worth shortlisting if you want a polished password manager with identity provider integrations and a clear small-team entry point. It lists SSO unlock with Okta, Entra ID, OneLogin and Duo on the Business plan, and reviewers on G2 rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 1,808 reviews. Praise centers on the apps, the security model and easy sharing.
It fits less well if you need a free business tier or self-hosting. Complaints mention higher price than alternatives and some friction setting up the Secret Key. Treat it as a strong candidate for small and mid-size teams that value usability, and run it side by side with at least one cheaper option.
Pros
- Polished apps and UX.
- Strong security model.
- Easy sharing.
Cons
- Higher price than alternatives.
- Secret Key setup friction for some users.
- Best for
- Small teams of up to 20 via the Starter Pack.
- Starting price
- $24.95 per month for up to 10 members (Teams Starter Pack, $299.40/yr)
- G2 rating
- 4.6 (1,808 reviews)
What is 1Password?
Password manager with a flat-price starter pack for small teams and per-user Business and Enterprise plans. Teams of up to 20 get a flat-price Starter Pack, and larger groups move to per-user Business or Enterprise plans. Reviewers like the apps and easy sharing, while the Secret Key can irritate some staff. Expect to pay about twice Bitwarden Teams, and note there is no self-hosting. 1Password was founded in 2005 and is based in Toronto, Canada.
Category: Business Password Managers
1Password key features
| Criterion | What we found |
|---|---|
| Shared vaults and permissions | Shared vaults with group permissions (Business) |
| SSO and directory sync | Unlock with SSO via Okta, Entra ID, OneLogin, Duo on Business; user and group provisioning listed on Business page. |
| Admin console and reporting | Custom business reports on account activity; Events Reporting streams to SIEM. |
| Encryption and security record | SOC 2 Type 2 listed on pricing comparison. |
| Dark web and breach monitoring | Watchtower, reported as Business feature (one review) |
| Pricing model | Flat $24.95/mo for 10 members, then $8.99 per user per month. |
| Target company size | Small teams to enterprise. |
1Password plans and pricing
| Plan | Price | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teams Starter Pack | $24.95 per month ($299.40 billed yearly) | up to 10 members | Up to 10 more seats at $4.99 per seat per month; page also shows $2.49 per user |
| Business | $8.99 | per user per month, billed yearly | Identity provider integrations (Okta, Entra ID, OneLogin, Duo) |
| Enterprise | Contact sales | Volume discounts |
14-day free trial, no credit card. Business pricing from 1password.com/business-pricing; EUR 21.95 and CAD 29.95 regional Starter Pack prices.
Who should shortlist 1Password
A strong fit for
- Small teams of up to 20 via the Starter Pack.
- Companies wanting SSO unlock with Okta, Entra ID, OneLogin or Duo.
- Teams that value polished apps.
A weak fit for
- Teams needing a free business tier or self-hosting.
- Budget buyers: Business costs about twice Bitwarden Teams.
1Password alternatives
BitwardenBudget-conscious teams: $4 per user per month for Teams.
DashlaneSmall and mid-size teams that want a polished employee-facing app.
Keeper SecurityRegulated or government-adjacent buyers needing FedRAMP, FIPS 140-3 or HIPAA alignment.
NordPassCost-focused SMBs on Google Workspace.
LastPassTeams already on LastPass wanting familiar admin tooling.
Proton PassPrivacy-first teams in Europe.
Security, admin and compliance
Published security detail is limited: SOC 2 Type 2 appears on the pricing comparison. SSO unlock is a Business feature, and the Starter Pack does not list it. User and group provisioning is listed on the Business page, but which plan includes SCIM is unclear. The audit log is described as beta in the help index, with Events Reporting streaming to a SIEM as a separate item. Data residency, DPA terms and support tiers are not published, so request them in writing, along with the renewal terms for yearly billing.
- SAML SSO
- Business (identity provider integrations)
- SCIM provisioning
- Provisioning listed on Business page; plan unclear (third-party says Enterprise)
- Audit logs
- Business audit log (beta per help center); Events Reporting separate.
- Certifications
- SOC 2 Type 2.
Contract and buying terms
- Contract
- 14-day free trial; yearly billing.
- Starting price
- $24.95 per month for up to 10 members (Teams Starter Pack, $299.40/yr)
- Pricing model
- Per user.
- Free plan or trial
- Free trial.
What to test in a 1Password demo or trial
Start the 14-day trial, which needs no credit card, and test the pieces that differ by plan. Create shared vaults with group permissions and check how easily non-technical staff handle access changes. Have a few users go through Secret Key setup, since that is a named complaint. If you are on Business, connect your identity provider and confirm unlock with SSO works with Okta, Entra ID, OneLogin or Duo. Also check whether Watchtower breach monitoring appears in your plan, because it is reported as a Business feature.
Questions to ask 1Password before you sign
These are the points 1Password's public pages leave open. Get the answers in writing before procurement signs off.
- Where is our data stored, and can we choose the region?
- Can we sign your standard DPA without changes?
- What will the price be at renewal, and is the increase capped?
Things to know before a demo
- Starter Pack caps at 20 total members (10 included plus up to 10 extra)
- Starter Pack extra seats cost $4.99, so a 20-person team pays less than on Business.
- SSO unlock is a Business feature; the Starter Pack does not list it.
- Business plan reportedly includes Watchtower breach monitoring, absent in the Starter Pack.
- Audit log was described as beta in the help center.
Head-to-head comparisons
1Password FAQ
What is 1Password used for?
Teams of up to 20 get a flat-price Starter Pack, and larger groups move to per-user Business or Enterprise plans. Reviewers like the apps and easy sharing, while the Secret Key can irritate some staff. Expect to pay about twice Bitwarden Teams, and note there is no self-hosting. It suits small teams of up to 20 via the Starter Pack.
Does 1Password support SSO?
Yes, on the Business plan. 1Password lists unlock with SSO through Okta, Entra ID, OneLogin and Duo. The Starter Pack does not list SSO.
Who is 1Password best for?
Small teams of up to 20 using the Starter Pack, and companies that want identity provider integration. Teams that value polished apps are the other good match. It suits buyers less who need a free business tier or self-hosting.
Does 1Password offer SCIM and audit logs?
User and group provisioning is listed on the Business page, but the plan that includes SCIM is unclear. The audit log on Business is described as beta, and Events Reporting is separate. Confirm both with the vendor before signing.
Vendor profile
- Founded
- 2005.
- Headquarters
- Toronto, Canada.
- Employees
- 700+ (2022); current figure not confirmed by the vendor.
- Funding or owner
- Series C $620M, Jan 2022 ($6.8B valuation); reported ARR above $400M (Nov 2025)
Sources
Every fact on this page comes from 1Password's own pricing, product or documentation pages, G2 and company records, checked on October 24, 2026. Unknown values are left out instead of estimated.