NordPass Alternative: OneckPass with Transparent Pricing
NordPass uses promotional prices that increase up to 115% on renewal. OneckPass offers fixed pricing in BRL, Argon2id, free multi-device sync, and payment via PIX without surprises.
NordPass Alternative: OneckPass with Transparent Pricing
You signed up for NordPass attracted by an irresistible price. US$ 1.49 per month? Seemed too good. And maybe it was. Because when renewal time came, the price doubled -- or more.
This experience is more common than it should be. NordPass, like many Nord Security products, uses a strategy of low promotional entry prices that increase significantly on renewal. It is a legal practice, but one that generates frustration and breaks trust.
If you are looking for an alternative with fixed, transparent pricing in BRL, this article shows why OneckPass deserves your attention.
The Problem with Promotional Pricing
Let's be direct about NordPass's pricing model:
| NordPass Plan | Promotional Price | Renewal Price | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | US$ 1.49/mo (~R$ 8.65) | US$ 2.99/mo (~R$ 17.40) | +101% |
| Family | US$ 2.79/mo (~R$ 16.20) | US$ 5.99/mo (~R$ 34.80) | +115% |
| Business | US$ 1.79/user/mo (~R$ 10.40) | US$ 5.39/user/mo (~R$ 31.30) | +201% |
On the Business plan, the increase reaches 201%. Three times the initial price.
This means the cost you planned for protecting your passwords can triple from one year to the next. For a company with 10 users on the Business plan, the difference is from ~R$ 1,248/yr to ~R$ 3,756/yr -- an impact of R$ 2,508 more per year.
OneckPass's Approach
OneckPass practices fixed pricing:
| OneckPass Plan | Price | Renewal |
|---|---|---|
| Free | R$ 0 | R$ 0 |
| Premium | R$ 9.90/mo or R$ 99/yr | Same price |
| Family | R$ 19.90/mo or R$ 199/yr | Same price |
| Teams | R$ 19.90/user/mo | Same price |
| Business | R$ 29.90/user/mo | Same price |
| Enterprise | Contact sales | Negotiated in contract |
What you pay today is what you pay tomorrow. No asterisks. No fine print. No unpleasant surprise on renewal.
Security: Both Are Solid
Before any price comparison, it is fundamental that security is at the right level. And here, the good news: both are excellent.
| Aspect | OneckPass | NordPass |
|---|---|---|
| KDF | Argon2id | Argon2id |
| Encryption | AES-256-GCM | XChaCha20-Poly1305 |
| Zero-Knowledge | Yes | Yes |
| Breaches | None | None |
Both OneckPass and NordPass use Argon2id as their key derivation function -- the most modern and secure standard available. This puts them ahead of competitors like LastPass and Keeper, which still use PBKDF2.
The difference in encryption algorithms (AES-256-GCM vs XChaCha20-Poly1305) is a technical matter with no practical impact on security. Both are military-grade authenticated encryption algorithms, widely audited and considered secure by the cryptographic community.
Bottom line: In terms of security, you are well protected with either one. The decision should be based on other factors -- and that is where the differences show.
Free Plan: Access on All Devices vs Just One
| Aspect | OneckPass Free | NordPass Free |
|---|---|---|
| Items | 50 | Unlimited |
| Simultaneous devices | All (sync) | 1 at a time |
| Vaults | 2 | 1 |
| TOTP | Yes | No |
| Storage | 50 MB | - |
NordPass Free allows saving unlimited items, but you can only be logged in on one device at a time. In practice: if you open NordPass on your phone, you are logged out of your computer. If you open it on your computer, you lose access on your phone.
In 2026, most people alternate between smartphone, laptop, and possibly a tablet throughout the day. Having to choose where to access your passwords eliminates much of the utility of a password manager.
OneckPass Free limits to 50 items (enough for most personal users), but allows simultaneous access on all devices with automatic sync. Additionally, it includes TOTP for free -- on NordPass, that is a Premium feature.
50 items on all devices at the same time is, for most people, more useful than unlimited items on just one device.
Real Cost: 2-Year Simulation
Let's do the math with the most common scenario -- an individual user on the Premium plan for 2 years:
Individual Premium
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| OneckPass | R$ 99 | R$ 99 | R$ 198 |
| NordPass | ~R$ 103 (promo) | ~R$ 209 (renewal) | ~R$ 312 |
| Difference | R$ 114 more on NordPass |
Family (6 users)
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| OneckPass | R$ 199 | R$ 199 | R$ 398 |
| NordPass | ~R$ 194 (promo) | ~R$ 418 (renewal) | ~R$ 612 |
| Difference | R$ 214 more on NordPass |
Teams (5 users)
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| OneckPass | R$ 1,194 | R$ 1,194 | R$ 2,388 |
| NordPass | ~R$ 624 (promo) | ~R$ 1,878 (renewal) | ~R$ 2,502 |
| Difference | R$ 114 more on NordPass |
In all scenarios, NordPass ends up costing more over the 2-year total. And the difference only grows over time, since NordPass's renewal price doesn't return to the promotional value.
Features: What Each One Offers
| Feature | OneckPass | NordPass |
|---|---|---|
| Vaults and Folders | Yes | Yes |
| Item Types | Login, Card, Secure Note, Identity | Login, Card, Note, Identity |
| Sharing | Full vaults | Individual items |
| Emergency Contacts | Yes | Not highlighted |
| Import/Export | Yes | Yes |
| Security Report | Yes | Password Health |
| Breach Monitoring | Premium | Data Breach Scanner (Premium) |
| Email Masking | No | Yes (Premium) |
| Multi-device Sync | All plans | Premium |
| TOTP | Free | Premium |
| Audit Logs | Teams+ | Business+ |
| SSO | Business | Business |
What NordPass has that OneckPass doesn't
- Email Masking: Generation of alternative email addresses for signups. Useful for protecting your real email on services you don't fully trust.
- Linux support: Native app for Linux.
- Nord ecosystem: Integration with NordVPN and NordLocker.
What OneckPass has that NordPass doesn't highlight
- Emergency Contacts: Critical functionality that allows designating trusted people to access your data in emergency situations.
- Vault Sharing: In OneckPass, you share entire vaults with permission controls, not just individual items.
- TOTP on Free: Two-factor authentication at no cost.
- Free sync: All devices synced on all plans.
Payment: BRL vs USD
For Brazilian users, the billing currency makes a difference:
| Aspect | OneckPass | NordPass |
|---|---|---|
| Currency | BRL (Real) | USD (Dollar) |
| Methods | PIX, Card, Boleto | Card, PayPal |
| Platform | Mercado Pago | Own |
| Exchange rate fluctuation | None | Yes (USD/BRL) |
With the dollar fluctuating, a USD subscription can cost significantly more from one month to the next. OneckPass charges in BRL, via Mercado Pago, with options for PIX (instant and fee-free), credit card, or boleto bancario.
How to Migrate from NordPass to OneckPass
Migration is simple:
- In NordPass: Export your data (Settings > Export)
- In OneckPass: Create your free account at oneckpass.com
- Import: Upload your data in the import function
- Verify: Check that all items were imported
- Install: Download extensions (Chrome, Firefox) and apps (mobile, desktop)
- Cancel NordPass: After confirming everything works
The entire process takes less than 10 minutes. Your data is encrypted locally with Argon2id before being synced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OneckPass's security as good as NordPass's?
Yes. Both use Argon2id as their KDF and military-grade authenticated encryption (AES-256-GCM vs XChaCha20-Poly1305). In terms of security, they are on the same level.
Can OneckPass's price increase on renewal?
No. OneckPass practices fixed pricing. The price you sign up for is the renewal price.
Can I use OneckPass for free forever?
Yes. The Free plan (50 items, 2 vaults, 50 MB, TOTP, multi-device sync) has no time limit and does not require a credit card.
Does OneckPass have Email Masking?
No. Email Masking is a feature that NordPass offers and OneckPass does not yet have. If this feature is essential for you, consider this point in your decision.
Does OneckPass work on Linux?
OneckPass is available on Web, Chrome, Firefox, iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. It does not have a native Linux app at the moment, but the Web version works on any operating system.
Conclusion: Transparency Matters
NordPass is a technically competent password manager. It uses Argon2id, XChaCha20, and has a well-polished interface. There are no doubts about the product's quality.
The problem lies in the business model. Promotional prices that double (or triple) on renewal are a practice that, while legal, erodes user trust. When you sign up for a service to protect your most sensitive data, you want predictability -- not a surprise on your bill.
OneckPass offers:
- Same encryption quality (Argon2id in both)
- Fixed and transparent pricing in Brazilian reais
- Functional Free plan with multi-device sync and TOTP
- Payment via PIX without dollar exposure
- Real savings of R$ 114+ over 2 years
Digital security and transparency go hand in hand. If a company is not transparent with its pricing, can you trust it with your data?
Want a password manager that respects your wallet as much as your data?
Create your free OneckPass account -- fixed pricing, Argon2id encryption, payment in BRL via PIX.