Updated September 28, 2026 · ShieldCue Editorial Team
Kaspersky vs Keeper
Kaspersky vs Keeper: the differences
| Compare |  Kaspersky |  Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows, MacOS, Android, iOS | Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web app, Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, OperaCovers more |
| Family plan | One Kaspersky Premium subscription shared with family members via the same account | 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage |
| Encryption | AES-256 with key derived from the master password via PBKDF2, zero-knowledge architecture | 256-bit AES with elliptic-curve cryptography, zero-knowledge record-level encryption on device, PBKDF2 1,000,000 iterations, TLS 1.3 |
| Features | Kill switch, Split tunnelling | TOTP |
| Security audit | Not confirmed | SOC 2 Type 2 and SOC 3, ISO 27001/27017/27018, FedRAMP High, GovRAMP, FIPS 140-3, quarterly third-party penetration testing |
| Zero-knowledge encryption | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Free plan (Yes), Passkeys (Yes).
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Key differences
- Keeper scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 9.1.
- Platforms: only Keeper offers Linux, Web app, Chrome.
- Support channels: only Keeper offers Email, Chat, Phone.
- Features: only Kaspersky offers Kill switch, Split tunnelling.
- Features: only Keeper offers TOTP.
Our verdict on each
Kaspersky
Kaspersky Secure Connection fits households already inside the Kaspersky ecosystem, since one subscription carries the VPN, password manager and parental controls together. Server reach of 93 countries sits above the median VPN, and 10 devices at once covers a couple or a family.
Keeper
Keeper suits readers who want a password manager they can open on a free plan and grow into later, with passkeys, on-device encryption that keeps records unreadable to the provider, and a family plan that covers 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage.
Score breakdown
| Area | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Not confirmed | 9.3 |
| Offer | 8.9The offer pairs a 30 day refund window with a 30 day free trial on the wider Kaspersky suite. | 9.6Higher |
| Privacy | 9.4Higher | 9.3 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Switzerland | United States |
Where they rank in our lists
| Ranking | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy tools | 5 of 280 | 66 of 280 |
| Authenticator apps | 3 of 55 | 9 of 55 |
Where these facts come from
Kaspersky
- kaspersky.com: 11 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Keeper
- keepersecurity.com: 12 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Legal entity | AO Kaspersky Lab | Keeper Security, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Switzerland | United States |
| Founded | 1997 | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Help centre, Community | Email, Chat, Phone, Help centre, CommunityCovers more |
Privacy tools
| Fact | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Protocols | WireGuard | Not confirmed |
| Logging policy | VPN claims your online actions are not logged | Not confirmed |
| Jurisdiction | CH | US |
| Privacy tool type | Ad blocker, Browser | Not confirmed |
Antivirus
| Fact | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Devices | 10 | Not confirmed |
| Free version | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Extras | VPN, Password manager, Parental controls | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 30 days | Not confirmed |
Identity protection
| Fact | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Free trial length | 30 days | Not confirmed |
Encrypted storage
| Fact | Kaspersky | Keeper |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance certifications | Not confirmed | SOC 2 Type 2, SOC 3, ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, FedRAMP High, GovRAMP Authorized, FIPS 140 3 |
Pros and cons
Kaspersky
Pros
- Kaspersky Premium bundles the VPN, password manager and parental controls (vpn, password manager and parental controls) in one subscription a family plan can share
- Device and platform coverage is generous: 10 devices at once, with apps for Windows, macOS and Android on desktop and mobile
- Streaming and travel are stated features, with Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and Disney+ supported and kill switch and split tunnelling built in as standard
Cons
- Support runs on help centre and community only, so quick answers go through documentation or the community rather than live chat
- The protocol list is WireGuard, so readers who want a wider choice of protocols have less room to compare
- The free version that Kaspersky lists sits with antivirus rather than a free VPN, so VPN features start on a paid subscription
Keeper
Pros
- A free plan is included, and most managers in this comparison offer one too (72.3%).
- Records are encrypted on the device using AES with elliptic-curve cryptography, so a stored vault stays unreadable to the provider, and TLS covers traffic in transit.
- Coverage spans Windows, macOS and Linux, so one vault reaches desktop, mobile, browser extension and web app.
Cons
- The service runs under Keeper Security, Inc. and US terms, which readers in other legal regimes should weigh before storing sensitive logins.
- Phone and chat support are less common than email and help centres in this comparison, at 41.1% and 34.4% of brands, though Keeper's email, chat and phone includes both.
- Shared allowances stop at 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage, so a household that stores a lot of files needs a bigger tier than the family plan.
Who each suits
Kaspersky
Who it suits
- Households that already pay for Kaspersky security software and want the VPN folded into the same subscription rather than bought separately
- Travellers who want one app for secure connections on Windows, macOS and Android across phones and desktops while abroad
- Families sharing one account, since the family plan passes the same subscription across to other members in the household
Who should look elsewhere
- AVG, if server spread matters most, since its coverage starts at from 100 countries, further than Kaspersky reaches
- Namecheap, if you want the widest server list, since it lists from 100 countries or more across its network
- ESET Brasil, if device counts drive the choice, since its plans scale from 3 to 25 devices under one plan
Keeper
Who it suits
- Readers who want to try a password manager on a free plan before paying for anything.
- Households that need separate private vaults plus shared file storage, which is what 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage sets out.
- People who want to reach help through email, chat and phone, including live chat and phone.
Who should look elsewhere
- People who want one ecosystem for everything, since Apple's iOS, iPadOS and macOS covers its own devices and nothing else.
- Teams that need Windows Server coverage, since Windows, Windows Server and macOS lists it and Keeper's Windows, macOS and Linux does not.
- Readers who expect every manager in the comparison to hand out a free plan, since Total Password has none while Keeper does.
Current offers
Kaspersky
Current offer
Free trial
7-day free trial of Kaspersky VPN: 7 days free
Free for 7 days, auto-renews to a paid subscription unless cancelled in My Kaspersky; 2 days' reminder before trial end
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
Kaspersky
What does Kaspersky Premium include besides the VPN?+
One Kaspersky Premium subscription covers vpn, password manager and parental controls, and the family plan lets the same subscription be shared with family members through one account. That bundle is the main reason to look here rather than a standalone VPN.
How many devices can one Kaspersky subscription cover?+
The plan covers 10 devices at once, which suits a couple or a shared family without straining. Server reach runs to 93 countries, a wider spread than the median VPN listed on the site.
Keeper
Does Keeper have a free plan?+
Yes. Keeper offers a free plan, and so do most managers in this comparison (72.3%). The free tier shows how the vault behaves with your own accounts, while the paid family plan is where 5 private vaults, 10 GB file storage comes in.
What kind of prices do these password managers sit in?+
Across the brands compared here, monthly plans run as low as €0.87 and as high as €63.95, while longer terms sit between €0.73 and €99. A median long-term price of €3.97 shows where a multi-year commitment usually lands.
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