Vaulted vs 1Password
1Password is a full password manager with sharing built in. Vaulted is a free, single-purpose tool for sharing secrets via self-destructing links. If you just need to send someone a password once, you don't need a $36/year subscription.
| Feature | Vaulted | 1Password |
|---|---|---|
| Client-side encryption | ||
| Zero-knowledge architecture | ||
| Encryption algorithm | AES-256-GCM | AES-256-GCM |
| Key never sent to server | ||
| Self-destructing links | ||
| Configurable view limit | Unlimited or 1–10 views | |
| Passphrase protection | ||
| Custom expiration | Up to 30 days | Up to 30 days |
| No account required | ||
| Free to use | ||
| Password management | ||
| Share with non-users | ||
| CLI tool | npm (zero dependencies) |
Key Differences
Scope: 1Password is a complete password management platform — it stores, generates, autofills, and shares credentials across devices. Vaulted does one thing: create an encrypted, self-destructing link you can send to anyone.
Account requirement: 1Password requires an account and subscription ($2.99/mo individual, $4.99/mo family) to create shared links. Vaulted is free with no account — paste your secret, get a link, share it.
Self-destruction controls: 1Password shared links expire after a time limit but have no view count restrictions — anyone with the link can view it repeatedly. Vaulted lets you set exact view limits (1–10) and add passphrase protection for an extra layer of control.
Choose Vaulted if
- You need to share a secret once without creating any account
- You want view limits so the secret self-destructs after being read
- You want passphrase protection as an additional layer
- The recipient doesn't use 1Password (or any password manager)
Choose 1Password if
- You need a full password manager for storing and organizing credentials
- You already have a 1Password subscription and want sharing built in
- You share credentials with the same people regularly (teams, families)
- You need cross-device sync for your own passwords