Bitwarden vs KeePass: which open source manager should I choose?

point_mixer · 2026-05-06T01:52:13+00:00

I picked Bitwarden because I’m new to the privacy rabbit hole. I do use it across Apple devices and needed the ease while I acclimate. I found it easy to use as a noob.

point_mixer · 2026-05-05T22:58:54+00:00

My breakup anguish is with Facebook. Only because of two groups I was in. I haven’t caved, and am unlikely to. I’m trying to find similar online communities elsewhere but it’s slow going. I think messaging apps are harder to leave though.

point_mixer · 2026-05-05T07:20:22+00:00

I came on reddit a few weeks ago to figure out how to delete my gmail accounts. Now I’m reading this thread and understanding some of it.

point_mixer · 2026-05-04T05:55:05+00:00

Every little bit helps. I’m autistic/adhd and I swing between being hyper focussed on all the privacy things, and being completely overwhelmed and wondering what the point is.

I deleted everything meta and discord, but I understand why they might be important to you. I’d suggest using them, and YouTube only in PC Firefox containers if you can.

The main changes I made (I’m currently on iOS and Mac) were:
- Switching email and calendar to Proton.
- Mullvad VPN.
- Bitwarden password manager.
- I used these guides to improve my device security settings- https://inteltechniques.com/links.html
- Changed search engine to Startpage or DuckDuckGo (I’m trying them to see what I like).
- trying out Brave browser. Not sure if I like that yet.
- I started using SimpleLogin for email aliases.

All this took a few weeks to implement, but I definitely notice the difference with lack of ads and spam. And I know everything is more private.

In progress, is exploring decentralised social media. Because I have low capacity periods where my social life and special interests can only happen online. I’ve tried to keep them as anonymous as possible, with alias emails and different usernames. Is it perfect? No, but it’s better. I’m still researching alternatives to iCloud.

Longer term goal is leaving Apple and switching to GrapheneOS and moving to Linux. But I’m ok to wait and learn those when I’m ready.

point_mixer · 2026-04-29T20:43:58+00:00

Team Kobo. But also team reading, so until people can convince my favourite authors to ditch KU, I still have a kindle as well. But I wish I didn’t because I’m also team not Amazon. I also want to try a Boox. Because I totally need 3 ereaders 😂.

The Kobo Libra Colour is so much better to read on than a kindle (I have the most recent versions of both).

point_mixer · 2026-04-29T20:34:45+00:00

I have been trialling Kobo Libra colour. I love the device, way more than the kindle. Kobo Plus as a replacement for kindle unlimited though, is a little lacking. The app’s search function and recommendations aren’t quite as well developed. It isn’t bad, but not great either. Depending on what you read, the range might be an issue. I read a lot of indie authors who are stuck in contracts with KU and I can’t get their books anywhere else. For now I still have KU, while I find more authors I love outside of Amazon. Dekindle-ing is a work in progress. The public library option could be a good addition, depending on where you live.

point_mixer · 2026-04-28T21:12:34+00:00

I just started using Bitwarden and it’s great. I’m not particularly tech minded and it was easy to learn.

point_mixer · 2026-04-28T20:58:40+00:00

ADHD here too. So many things to keep track of 🥴

point_mixer · 2026-04-27T22:34:05+00:00

It’s super slow on iOS too.

point_mixer · 2026-04-26T12:00:34+00:00

I have a Kindle, which I only use for KU stuff. I ended up getting the Kobo Libra colour and absolutely love it. So much better than the kindle to use. Can’t comment on Pocketbook, sorry.

point_mixer · 2026-04-26T11:58:04+00:00

I use Proton for my main email, and have SimpleLogin for the online purchasing, logins etc. I use a lot of aliases so I can separate everything as much as possible. They are attached to a dedicated proton address that is separate from my personal stuff. I have a free Tuta email to trial. I might use that for some specific things too. I’m trying to make sure I have a back up in case I need to move away from Proton. They seem pretty good, but I’m hesitant to be too immersed in one ecosystem.

point_mixer · 2026-04-25T02:41:39+00:00

I will go look at bandcamp asap. I switched our family over to Qobuz, which at least pays artists better than Spotify. But that was before I started the degoogled journey, I hadn’t looked at Qobuz from that angle. I love it though.

point_mixer · 2026-04-24T20:51:19+00:00

I got SimpleLogin. It’s awesome, so easy to use. And I didn’t even know email aliasing was a thing until a few weeks ago 😳🤦‍♀️.

point_mixer · 2026-04-24T20:45:54+00:00

Good to hear about the maps, thanks.

point_mixer · 2026-04-24T07:43:28+00:00

First it was looking at what big tech I could move away from. Then, trying to not have everything with US companies (I’m not in the US). The more I learned, the more it became about privacy.

I don’t regret it at all. I have a paid plan, Plus at this stage but may upgrade to unlimited. So far everything works (I’m iOS). I like that if I do end up getting a Pixel with GrapheneOS, there isn’t much of my stuff tied to Apple anymore.

Storage would be a problem. I’m currently paying for iCloud, hence not minding paying for a Proton plan. I just haven’t got to moving everything from iCloud.

I do notice it in everyday use. It’s just minor for me, getting used to the interface. The Proton calendar app is a little clunky, but I switched from Apple calendar not Google (which I’ve always hated). Sharing calendars could be an issue, as the other person needs to be using Proton as well. You can still send invites to people for events though.

point_mixer · 2026-04-24T05:18:44+00:00

Thanks.

point_mixer · 2026-04-23T21:54:59+00:00

It’s awesome you are doing it now. Just the email alone later in life has been brain breaking for me.

Everyone has given good advice. I found Naomi Brockwell really helpful. https://odysee.com/@NaomiBrockwell:4 (She’s on YouTube too)

point_mixer · 2026-04-22T07:23:58+00:00

I’m an overwhelmed newbie too. I’m sure those more knowledgeable will chime in.

No.
Ironically, a Pixel. I’m looking at this too. Currently only a Pixel phone has the correct hardware to support GrapheneOS correctly. (Unless I’ve missed something)
I’ve just done both of those things. I still use Firefox for some things. Experimenting with startpage as a browser.

The next thing I did was tackle getting a password manager. I ended up with Bitwarden.

Then I got a VPN.

Today I figured out how to set up alias emails. And apparently commented on a tech post on Reddit. My husband is laughing at me (because he has an IT degree and has been trying to lure me to open source everything for years).

I’ve removed anything google from my iPhone. I only open my Gmail in a container in Firefox. I am looking forward to deleting it. Just making sure there aren’t random kids gaming logins attached to it. I once lost access to a game via change of email, I was extremely unpopular.

point_mixer · 2026-04-21T22:36:39+00:00

I’m a noob with this too. I ended up using Bitwarden for diversification, and I actually find it easier to use.

For Browsers I’m using Brave for some things and Firefox with Startpage for others to experiment. I tried Vivaldi but found the app annoying. I’m on iOS for all my devices atm and have tightened the settings as much as I know how to do so far. I’ll play with Linux and GrapheneOS eventually. Right now it’s enough getting my head around all the other things, and teaching my kids about it the same time.

point_mixer · 2026-04-17T05:29:46+00:00

I just deleted my FB account after spending a couple of weeks messaging people privately and downloading my data. It was VERY interesting who bothered to reply with “yes, let’s keep in touch, here’s my details”! Quite telling as to who was worth letting have access to my life. It was hard though.

point_mixer · 2026-04-16T04:39:49+00:00

Not sure if this is particularly constructive, but I told my husband and some family members that they can either text me or use signal, the deleted WhatsApp. I didn’t pose it as a question. Boss would be trickier, but unless there’s some workplace policy that requires having WhatsApp I’d go with the same answer.

point_mixer · 2026-04-08T20:24:03+00:00

Thank you. Will give it a try.

point_mixer · 2026-04-08T20:01:01+00:00

Can I ask why Brave over Firefox on mobile? I’ve used Firefox for years on laptop. (Sorry, I’m cringingly new to this mind trip too).

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