Authentik vs Dashlane

Detailed comparison to help you choose the right tool for your needs

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Authentik

Open-source identity provider

4.6
Editorial Rating
D

Dashlane

Password manager with VPN

4.5
Editorial Rating

Quick Comparison

Rating

4.6
vs
4.5

Starting Price

Free
vs
Free

Pricing Model

freemium
vs
freemium
Feature
Authentik
Dashlane
SAML/OIDC/OAuth2
LDAP provider
MFA support
User self-service
Proxy authentication
Flow designer
Password vault
VPN included
Dark web monitoring
Password changer
Secure sharing
All platforms

Authentik Pros

  • Comprehensive SSO solution
  • Beautiful modern UI
  • Flexible flow designer
  • Easy Docker deployment
  • Active development
  • Good documentation

Authentik Cons

  • Complex initial setup
  • Resource hungry compared to alternatives
  • Younger project less battle-tested
  • Limited enterprise ecosystem
  • Steep learning curve
  • Fewer third-party integrations than Auth0

Dashlane Pros

  • Built-in VPN included
  • Dark web monitoring
  • Auto password changer for supported sites
  • Simple interface for non-technical users
  • Passkey support
  • Identity theft protection (higher tiers)

Dashlane Cons

  • Most expensive option ($60+/year)
  • No native desktop app (browser only)
  • Free tier extremely limited (25 passwords)
  • Browser extension removed desktop app
  • Significantly pricier than 1Password or Bitwarden
  • Users leaving for cheaper alternatives

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