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Dashlane vs LastPass

Dashlane and LastPass compared side by side: protection, performance, pricing, and features. Which antivirus suits you better?

Dashlane

8.8

/ 10

Dashlane is a premium password manager that stands out with a built-in VPN and dark web monitoring. The interface is intuitive and the browser extension works reliably. The family plan supports up to 10 users. Pricing sits at the higher end, but you get a complete package of password management, VPN, and identity protection.

1st Year PriceCHF 59.90 RenewalCHF 59.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

Protection 9.3

Performance 9.0

Best for 9.2

First-year price 7.5

Key features 9.4

Support 8.5

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LastPass

8.5

/ 10

LastPass is one of the most recognized password managers, offering a solid range of features: password generator, secure notes, dark web monitoring, and family sharing. The interface is simple and pricing fair. Important note: LastPass suffered a significant security breach in 2022/2023 where encrypted vault data was stolen. The company has since overhauled its security architecture.

1st Year PriceCHF 34.90 RenewalCHF 34.90 PlatformsWindows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad

Protection 8.0

Performance 8.8

Best for 9.0

First-year price 8.2

Key features 8.8

Support 8.0

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Our Verdict

Dashlane narrowly wins – LastPass is the leaner choice.

Dashlane scores 8.8 / 10 overall and is the stronger pick on protection and feature scope. If you value maximum performance, low resource use and lower renewal costs, LastPass is the better fit. Both are excellent options for Swiss users.

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Our verdict

Dashlane takes a slight lead in our comparison with an overall score of 8.8 out of 10 – an advantage of 0.3 points over LastPass. The gap is small but consistent across multiple test dimensions.

On price, Dashlane currently sits at CHF 60 in year one, LastPass at CHF 35. Watch the renewal price closely: both are transparently listed in the table above and matter more long-term than the introductory price.

Strength profiles: Dashlane scores highest on feature set, LastPass on usability. If you care most about one of those dimensions, the choice is clear. For all-round needs, either product is a safe pick.

Feature-by-feature comparison

Criterion	Dashlane	LastPass
Real-time protection	Yes	Yes
Built-in VPN	No	No
Password manager	No	No
Anti-tracking / anti-phishing	No	No
Parental controls	No	No
Identity protection	No	No
Low system impact	No	No
Platforms	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad	Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone / iPad
Number of devices (standard licence)	999	999
System impact in daily use	Very low	Moderate

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Frequently asked questions about Dashlane vs LastPass

Which scores higher on protection, Dashlane or LastPass?

Both reach top scores in AV-TEST and AV-Comparatives – the differences are small. The exact scores are in the comparison table above.

Which is cheaper in year 1 and on renewal – Dashlane or LastPass?

Look at the price columns above: year-one price and renewal price are stated transparently side by side. The renewal delta is often the bigger cost factor over 3 years.

Which is better for families, Dashlane or LastPass?

Both offer family plans for 5–10 devices. What matters: does the product have a dedicated parental-controls mode, screen-time management and a smooth setup. Details in the feature table.

Do I get better Mac/mobile support with Dashlane or LastPass?

Platform support is listed in the comparison above. Generally: macOS performance is best with Bitdefender and Intego; Android protection is most mature with Bitdefender, Norton and Kaspersky.