For years, Apple’s built-in Keychain password manager has quietly resided within the Settings app, generating and saving passwords automatically. While functional, it often proved cumbersome when users needed to manage specific logins quickly.
With the introduction of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, Apple has launched a dedicated Passwords app, aiming to streamline credential management. The big question now is: Can it replace paid password managers? Let’s explore.
Examining the Pros and Cons
Upon opening the Passwords app, users are greeted with a layout reminiscent of the Reminders app, featuring categories such as All, Passkeys, Codes, Wi-Fi, Security, and Deleted. This design is simple and intuitive.