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Head-to-head · Browser Extensions

Proton Pass vs DuckDuckGo Browser

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Proton Pass #5 in Browser Extensions 8.9/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Proton Pass
DuckDuckGo Browser #6 in Browser Extensions 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit DuckDuckGo

Proton Pass leads on 0 checks, DuckDuckGo Browser on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreProton Pass · 8.9/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly Proton Pass

Proton Pass scores higher on our rubric for browser extensions: 8.9 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

Proton Pass is the better fit for secure password and passkey management everywhere. DuckDuckGo Browser is the better fit for privacy-focused browsing across desktop and mobile.

  • Proton Pass fits best

    Secure password and passkey management everywhere

  • DuckDuckGo Browser fits best

    Privacy-focused browsing across desktop and mobile

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Side by side

Feature Proton Pass 8.9/10 Visit ↗ DuckDuckGo Browser 8.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 8.6
Ranking #5 in Browser Extensions #6 in Browser Extensions
Best for Secure password and passkey management everywhere Privacy-focused browsing across desktop and mobile
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — $99.99/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Phone, Docs Community, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features Proton Pass 1/4 · DuckDuckGo Browser 1/4
Open source ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Works offline Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile extension Not checked yet Not checked yet
Cross-device sync Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Supported browsers Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Free plan includes unlimited logins and devices, plus passkey support
  • Apps and extensions span web, desktop, and mobile platforms
  • Paid plans add sharing, aliases, monitoring, and family or business controls
  • Blocks third-party trackers, ads and cookie pop-ups.
  • Syncs bookmarks, passwords and autofill with end-to-end encryption.
  • Available on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.
Cons
  • Free plan limits hide-my-email aliases to 10
  • Passkeys cannot currently log into Proton Pass apps
  • Paid individual and business plan prices are not shown
  • It is a full browser, not a dedicated browser extension.
  • VPN and personal information removal require a paid plan.
  • Pro is $19.99 per month, with AI features at its center.
Our verdict

Proton Pass stores and autofills logins, notes, credit cards, and passkeys, with end-to-end encryption. It is aimed at individuals who want password management across browser extensions, web, desktop, and mobile, as well as families and…

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DuckDuckGo Browser is a free web browser for people who want privacy protections built into everyday browsing on desktop or mobile. It includes DuckDuckGo Search, third-party tracker blocking, ad blocking—including YouTube ads—and cookie…

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  1. Proton PassBrowser Extensions 8.9Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. DuckDuckGo BrowserBrowser Extensions 8.6Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Proton Pass — where it wins

    • Free plan includes unlimited logins and devices, plus passkey support
    • Apps and extensions span web, desktop, and mobile platforms
    • Paid plans add sharing, aliases, monitoring, and family or business controls

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan limits hide-my-email aliases to 10
    • Passkeys cannot currently log into Proton Pass apps
    • Paid individual and business plan prices are not shown

  • DuckDuckGo Browser — where it wins

    • Blocks third-party trackers, ads and cookie pop-ups.
    • Syncs bookmarks, passwords and autofill with end-to-end encryption.
    • Available on Windows, macOS, iOS and Android.

    Where it doesn't

    • It is a full browser, not a dedicated browser extension.
    • VPN and personal information removal require a paid plan.
    • Pro is $19.99 per month, with AI features at its center.
  • Proton Pass8.9/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad password manager with a capable free tier and sharing tools for individuals, families, and teams.

    Visit Proton PassFull verdict →
  • DuckDuckGo Browser8.6/10 · Free plan

    A free browser with privacy protections, password tools and optional Plus or Pro subscriptions.

    Visit DuckDuckGoFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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