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Passage by 1Password

Passage by 1Password — Passkey authentication and user management API enabling FIDO2/WebAuthn-based passwordless login.

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Our Verdict

Strong choice if you want passkeys with minimal backend work and a trusted vendor behind the SDK.

Pros

  • Passkey-first auth backed by 1Password brand and trust
  • Clean SDKs for web, iOS, Android and server
  • Covers user management, not just the WebAuthn layer
  • Fair free tier for small apps

Cons

  • Future roadmap tied to 1Password priorities
  • Less flexible than building on raw WebAuthn libs
  • Smaller ecosystem than Auth0 or Clerk
  • Limited enterprise IAM features today
Best for: Startups shipping passkey login without rolling WebAuthn themselves Not for: Enterprises needing full IAM, SCIM and deep customization

When to Use Passage by 1Password

Good fit if you need

  • FIDO2/WebAuthn passkey login for consumer web applications
  • Passwordless user authentication with 1Password backend
  • Passkey enrollment flow for existing username/password apps
  • Biometric passkey support for iOS and Android native apps
  • Drop-in passkey API reducing credential phishing risk

Lock-in Assessment

Medium 3/5
Lock-in Score
3/5

Passage by 1Password Pricing

Pricing Model
freemium
Free Tier
Yes
Entry Price
Enterprise Available
No
Transparency Score

Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing

1,000
1001K10K100K1M

Estimated Monthly Cost

$25

Estimated Annual Cost

$300

Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.

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