Dashlane Review 2026

Dashlane is the password manager that bundles a VPN and continuous dark web monitoring into one subscription. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Paris, it is one of the few options that positions itself as an all-in-one security suite rather than just a vault. We tested it on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android and in Chrome over several weeks to see how it performs next to 1Password and Bitwarden.

Who is Dashlane for?

If you want one subscription that covers password management, VPN and dark web monitoring without juggling separate services, Dashlane is the fit. Premium is about 4 euros per month (before VAT, billed annually). You get unlimited passwords, sync on all devices, Hotspot Shield VPN and continuous scanning of dark web databases for your email and credentials. The Friends & Family plan (10 members, about 6.05 euros/month) is one of the most generous family offerings. For businesses, the Professional and Omnix tiers add SSO, credential risk detection and AI-driven phishing alerts.

Setup and import test

We imported a 150-entry CSV from Chrome. Dashlane mapped URLs, usernames and passwords correctly. Three entries needed manual adjustment (sites with non-standard login pages). The onboarding is clear: install the extension, enable autofill, optionally import. We were up and running in under 5 minutes. The interface felt among the most intuitive of the managers we tested.

Sync worked without issues. We added a login on the desktop and it appeared on the phone within seconds.

Autofill and daily usage

We tested autofill on 30+ websites and in mobile apps.

• Chrome: autofill triggered on 28 out of 30 sites. Two sites with custom login flows required opening the vault.
• Android: autofill via the system service worked. Slight delay (about 1 second) on first trigger, then normal.
• iOS: integration with the system worked. No double biometric prompts in our tests.
• Vault organisation: tags and categories are easy to use. Search was fast.

We did not see sync delays. Password changes propagated quickly across devices.

Security, VPN and dark web monitoring

Dashlane uses AES-256 encryption and a zero-knowledge architecture: your master password never leaves your device. The VPN is powered by Hotspot Shield and is included in Premium—no separate app or subscription. We used it on public Wi‑Fi; connection was stable. It is not a replacement for a dedicated VPN provider if you need advanced features, but for basic Wi‑Fi protection it is enough.

Dark web monitoring continuously checks whether your email addresses and credentials appear in known breaches or leak databases. In our test we had 2 emails flagged; one was a real hit from an old service we had forgotten. The alert included a link to change the password. This is a differentiator: 1Password and Bitwarden have breach alerts tied to what is in your vault; Dashlane can monitor emails you have not yet added.

Friends & Family and business

The Friends & Family plan supports 10 members (vs 5 for 1Password Families, 6 for Bitwarden). Everyone gets Premium features; there is a shared dashboard to see who has weak or compromised passwords. We invited 4 members; the flow was straightforward. No VPN for invited members on this plan—only the main account holder.

For business, Professional adds SSO, SCIM, admin console and VPN for all users. Omnix adds credential risk detection, nudges for weak passwords and AI-based phishing alerts. If you need visibility into shadow IT and credential exposure, Omnix is the most advanced option we have seen in a password manager.

Pricing breakdown

• Premium: about 4 euros/month (billed annually, before VAT). Unlimited passwords, all devices, dark web monitoring, VPN, secure notes (1 GB). 14-day free trial.
• Friends & Family: about 6.05 euros/month. 10 members, Premium for all, shared vaults, family dashboard. VPN for account holder only.
• Professional: SSO, SCIM, admin console, SIEM integration, VPN for everyone. Per-user pricing.
• Omnix: everything in Professional plus credential risk detection, nudges, AI phishing alerts, Omnix Insights dashboard. Highest tier.

No free plan. All plans are subscription-only.

Where Dashlane falls short

• Price: Premium is more expensive than NordPass, Bitwarden or 1Password Individual. You pay for the VPN and dark web monitoring bundle.
• No Linux desktop app. Windows, Mac, iOS, Android and browser only. Linux users can use the web app.
• No self-hosting. If you need to host the server yourself, Bitwarden or KeePass are the options.
• No Travel Mode like 1Password. You cannot temporarily hide vaults at borders.
• The VPN is basic. For heavy VPN use (streaming, many regions), a dedicated VPN provider may be better.

How Dashlane compares

• Dashlane vs 1Password: 1Password has no VPN or dark web monitoring but offers Travel Mode and often smoother family sharing for 5 members. Dashlane bundles VPN and dark web monitoring and allows 10 members on Friends & Family. Choose 1Password for polish and Travel Mode; Dashlane for an all-in-one security subscription.
• Dashlane vs Bitwarden: Bitwarden has a free tier (unlimited devices) and Premium at $1.65/month; Dashlane has no free plan and costs about 4 euros/month. Dashlane wins on VPN and dark web monitoring; Bitwarden wins on price and open source.

Our verdict

Dashlane is the right choice if you want one subscription that covers passwords, VPN and dark web monitoring. The French company is GDPR-friendly and the interface is among the most intuitive we have used. The Friends & Family plan for 10 members is generous. If your priority is low cost or open source, Bitwarden or NordPass are better fits. If you need Travel Mode or the most polished family experience, 1Password remains ahead.