Head-to-head · Extensions
NordPass vs Ghostery
NordPass leads on 0 checks, Ghostery on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreNordPass · 9.1/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly NordPass
NordPass scores higher on our rubric for extensions: 9.1 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.
NordPass is the better fit for low-cost password management across devices. Ghostery is the better fit for free privacy blocking with transparent tracker reports.
- NordPass fits best
Low-cost password management across devices
- Ghostery fits best
Free privacy blocking with transparent tracker reports
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Side by side
| Feature | NordPass 9.1/10 Visit ↗ | Ghostery 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.1 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #4 in Extensions | #7 in Extensions |
| Best for | Low-cost password management across devices | Free privacy blocking with transparent tracker reports |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free |
| Starting price | — | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 14 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension |
| Platforms | Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Community, Docs |
| Compliance | SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA | GDPR, 2FA |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business, Enterprise |
| Features NordPass 0/1 · Ghostery 0/1 | ||
| Team sharing | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Supported browsers | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Primary function | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Supported devices | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Free plan limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | NordPass stores passwords and personal data in an encrypted vault, with support for passkeys, payment details, secure notes, and files. Its autosave, autofill, password generation, and built-in authenticator are aimed at individuals who… Read the review → |
Ghostery is a free, open-source browser extension for people and organizations seeking browser-level ad and tracker protection. It blocks advertisements, trackers, pop-ups and tracking cookies, and identifies companies tracking a page. Its… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
NordPass — where it wins
- Free plan includes autosave, autofill, and secure storage
- Supports passkeys, secure sharing, and breach monitoring
- Business plans add admin controls and identity integrations
Where it doesn't
- Free plan is limited to one user account
- Multiple-device access is a Premium feature
- Passwordless sign-in is not currently available
Ghostery — where it wins
- Blocks ads, trackers and cookie consent pop-ups
- Custom filters, an element picker and site allowlists
- Tracker reports show which companies track a page
Where it doesn't
- Blocking choices may require custom filters or allowlists
- Settings export and import requires moving settings between browsers
- Protection is browser-level, not a general device privacy tool
- NordPass9.1/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A cross-platform password vault with personal plans and business administration tools.
Visit NordPassFull verdict → - Ghostery8.8/10 · Free plan
Free, open-source browser blocking with tracker reports and custom controls.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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