1Password now available on Mac App Store

Type your comment hereIncredible.

I bought the family pack of 1Password in April of this year for ~$56 in order to get everyone on the same "password platform." In migrating from LastPass I gain a fair amount of security and confidence that AgileBits isn't technically inept, but in doing so sacrifice the ability to easily share items. Alright, I can live with that. But now, within the same year, I'm expected to go around and spend another ~$100 to get everyone on to the "supported version." And!, if you don't act now ("while limited supplies last!"), I'm actually going to need to spend $200 because version 4 isn't going to be available if you're on the non-MAS purchased version??? To be clear, that's $256 worth of software (or $156 if you "act quickly to get in on this incredible limited time offer!!!") for managing passwords and random text strings that are encrypted using AES and stored in a folder[1]. Am I understanding this correctly??

At 419 passwords currently stored, that will end up being ~$0.61 per password (and I consider myself a pretty heavy user - I'd hate to do the math if I only managed a few accounts here and there). Acting as an individual to get 1P version 4, that's still ~$0.15/password. That's super neato, AgileBits. Way to stay classy.

[1] Granted the DOM parsing is reasonably impressive (even with it being broken on many sites) and makes use of 1Password convenient vs an encrypted text file.

I have been pleased with 1Password until now, but I am frustrated and disappointed with the transition to the MAS version. I followed to the letter (at least I think so) the directions given on the AgileBits site for uninstalling the old (3.8.5) version of 1P and then purchasing and downloading v. 3.9, but the new MAS version does not recognize my master password (or, apparently, the data file in my Dropbox folder). I also notice that AgileBits says on its website that it has *suspended* its email help support, in favor of user forums. That seems like a drastic and unprofessional way of dealing with loyal customers.

I'm guessing this will take away the ability to get beta updates?

let's see. switch me to the draconian MAS, charge me for an "exclusive" update, and lose functionality in the process? i think it's about time i finally abandon 1password and move on to something else. i pretty much use chrome everywhere and it will securely store (with a passphrase of my choosing) my data, and while i like lastpass, i trust google's servers more than lastpass' (who have already been hacked once). and what about those folk who bought the windows/mac 1password bundle? guess they are out of luck as well.

i don't mind 1password going to MAS, but they should have kept their independent version as well, not like it would have been that much more effort, and plenty of developers have gone the split route. MAS may be a nice revenue stream for apple but it's a horrible thing for consumers.

So I have to pay for 1Password 3 twice now? LOL wtf..

I've been using 1Password for a little over a year. It's great. I'm a little down on the fact that I have to buy it again in order to get it through the MAS (and to get version 4), but it's the same story I've seen elsewhere. Apple offers no migration path from current owners of software to MAS versions, so developers of software (ie, Pixelmator) offer "introductory" discounts. Agile Bits are doing the same thing and it makes sense.

Just bought it yesterday. Bad timing, damn!

As usual, the real reporting is in the comments, while the original post reads like a commercial that ignores the cuts 1P had to make in migrating to the app store. Thanks, fellow readers.

I could not bare to surf the internet without 1Password for Mac, it has become an invaluable part of my life. Online security has become a forefront in my mind, and I feel safer online thanks to 1Password and not to mention the added convenience of form filling only a shortcut away, it's just win win. Coupled with dropbox syncing and iPhone app I have all my passwords with me wherever I am. The guys at AgileBits are dedicated and passionate and it shines through in their fantastic product. Their customer support is great as well.

Just as another data point here, I've been a long time fan of Acrylic's Wallet. Use it on both OS X and iOS.

http://www.acrylicapps.com/wallet/