Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Enpass vs MEGA
Enpass
MEGA
Higher score in this comparison
Where Enpass and MEGA differ
| Compare | EnpassReviewVisitVisit | MEGAReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $1.99 | €15 |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Wearables, Browser extensions (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, Brave, Vivaldi, Opera) | Android, iOS, Windows, MacOS, Web |
| Encryption | AES-256 with 320,000 PBKDF2 rounds using the SQLCipher engine, zero-knowledge, data stored in the user's own cloud | Zero-knowledge (user-controlled) end-to-end encryption |
| Features | TOTP | Kill switch, Split tunnelling |
| Open source | No | YesHas it |
| Family plan | $3.99/month billed annually, up to 6 people with family management | Not confirmed |
| Passkeys | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Security audit | ISO 27001:2022 certified and SOC 2 Type II audited; independently audited by security experts | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Free plan (Yes), Zero-knowledge encryption (Yes).
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Key differences
- MEGA scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.2.
- Platforms: only Enpass offers Linux, Wearables, Browser extensions (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari, Brave, Vivaldi, Opera).
- Platforms: only MEGA offers Web.
- Support channels: only Enpass offers Community.
- Open source: only MEGA.
- Features: only Enpass offers TOTP.
- Features: only MEGA offers Kill switch, Split tunnelling.
Our verdict on each
Enpass
Enpass suits people who want a password manager they can try before paying and who prefer keeping vault data in their own cloud rather than on vendor servers. The free plan holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault, passkeys are supported, and the terms sit under US jurisdiction.
MEGA
MEGA suits people who want generous encrypted storage with a VPN and an ad-blocker folded in, and who will read the metadata clause before paying. Storage costs €15 per TB per year, and the free tier gives 20 to try before committing.
Score breakdown
| Area | Enpass | MEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.5Entry price $1.99 sits well under the site median of €6.84 for entry price. | 9.9HigherStorage at €15 per TB per year and 20 of free storage keep the entry cost low. |
| Offer | 9.0 | 9.3HigherWide bundle: kill switch and split tunnelling, Android, iOS and Windows and an ad-blocker on the storage account. |
| Privacy | 8.8 | 9.1Higher |
How they place
| Ranking | Enpass | MEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy tools | 24 of 281 | 48 of 281 |
| Secure cloud storage and backup | 7 of 70 | 13 of 70 |
| Authenticator apps | 14 of 55 | 19 of 55 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Enpass | MEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | Hungary |
Sources behind this comparison
Enpass
- enpass.io: 13 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- en.wikipedia.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
MEGA
- mega.io: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Enpass | MEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free, Budget | Free, Budget |
| Legal entity | Enpass Technologies Inc. | MEGA Privacy Kft |
| Headquarters | United States | Hungary |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2013 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community, EmailCovers more | Email, Help centre |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Enpass | MEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan limits | Up to 25 items in 1 vault | 20 GB storage, limited transfer |
| Logging policy | Zero knowledge: vault data never stored on Enpass servers, only in the user's own cloud storage | Zero-knowledge: cannot decrypt files or chats; retains unencrypted metadata such as IP address, device ID, browser and OS type, file sizes, chat times and participants |
| Jurisdiction | US | HU |
| Privacy tool type | Not confirmed | Ad blocker |
Encrypted storage
| Fact | Enpass | MEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Free storage | Not confirmed | 20 |
| Price per TB per year | Not confirmed | €15 |
| Compliance certifications | ISO 27001, ISO 27701, SOC 2, GDPR, TISAX | Not confirmed |
VPN
| Fact | Enpass | MEGA |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | Not confirmed | $3.99 |
| Long-term plan price | Not confirmed | $1.67 |
| Devices | Not confirmed | 10 |
| Features | Not confirmed | No logs |
| Audience | Not confirmed | Business |
| Renewal price | Not confirmed | $3.99 |
| Owner | Not confirmed | MEGA Networks LLC |
| Longest plan (months) | Not confirmed | 24 months |
Pros and cons
Enpass
Pros
- A free plan exists and holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault, so a small vault costs nothing to keep.
- Entry price $1.99 undercuts Total Password, which lists €9.99 at entry.
- Vault data stays in the user's own cloud, so nothing readable rests on Enpass servers.
Cons
- Enpass is not open source, so outside researchers cannot read the code themselves.
- Support runs on help centre, community and email, with no phone line or live chat in that list.
- The free plan stops at Up to 25 items in 1 vault, so a larger vault needs a paid plan.
MEGA
Pros
- The free plan is usable rather than token: 20 of storage, with the stated limits 20 GB storage, limited transfer.
- Encryption is user-controlled and end-to-end, listed as yes, the app is open source, and the same account carries the VPN and the ad-blocker.
- A VPN that covers 10 devices and adds kill switch and split tunnelling on top of the storage.
Cons
- Transfers on the free tier are capped, with the stated limits 20 GB storage, limited transfer, so it works as a working folder rather than an archive.
- The MEGA VPN monthly plan renews at $3.99 while the long-term plan sits at $1.67, so the low figure comes with a longer commitment.
- Support runs on email and help centre only, with no live chat or phone line in the mix.
Who each suits
Enpass
Who it suits
- People who want a password manager to try with no payment, since the free plan holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault.
- Users who already back up to their own cloud and want the vault stored there rather than on a vendor's servers.
- Households sharing a subscription, since the family plan adds family management on annual billing.
Who should look elsewhere
- People who want passwords kept inside the operating system, where Apple Inc. covers iOS, iPadOS and macOS.
- Buyers set on a different vendor at a higher entry price, such as Total Password at €9.99.
- Anyone who needs a vault larger than Up to 25 items in 1 vault without paying.
MEGA
Who it suits
- People who want storage, a VPN and an ad-blocker under a single login rather than separate subscriptions.
- Readers who weigh entry price and free allowance before they look at anything else.
- Business users, the audience MEGA names for its VPN, working across 10 devices.
Who should look elsewhere
- Apple users who only want 5 of synced space inside the ecosystem they already own.
- Degoo shoppers after a plain backup bucket priced at $23.98 per TB per year and nothing more to learn.
- Acronis users who want 50 of free space or full system imaging, where MEGA's free allowance is smaller.
Current offers
Enpass
Current offer
Bonus
Premium 3-year plan: get 1 year free when you pay for 2 years: Save 33%, $49.99 for the first 2 years
Personal Premium plan, billed annually; taxes applied at checkout
Source, checked September 26, 2026
First period offer
Business plan introductory 12 months: $17.96/user/month for first 12 months (list $59.88/user/month)
Billed yearly, applicable taxes applied at checkout
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Free trial
Free business trial
Business plan sign-up, no credit card required
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Enpass
How much does Enpass cost to start?+
Enpass lists plans from $1.99 at the entry point. The family plan is billed annually and adds family management for a small group of people. On entry price the brand ranks 4 of 36 brands compared here, so the starting figure sits toward the cheap end.
Is there a free version of Enpass?+
Yes, Enpass has a free plan, and it holds Up to 25 items in 1 vault. That cap suits a short list of logins rather than a full household vault, and it means trying the apps costs nothing. Anyone who outgrows the limit moves to a paid plan.
MEGA
What does MEGA cost for storage and for the VPN?+
Storage starts at €15 and works out at €15 per TB per year. The VPN is priced separately: $3.99 monthly, with a long-term rate of $1.67. A free plan sits alongside both, so the bundle can be checked before any of those figures reach a card.
How much space do I get on the free plan?+
The free plan comes with 20 of storage, and the stated limits are 20 GB storage, limited transfer. Transfer is the part that ends first, so treat it as a working folder rather than an archive. For comparison, Apple hands out 5 and Acronis 50 at no cost.
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