LostMyPassPro vs PassFab — Which Is Better for Password Recovery?
Comparing the two most popular options for password recovery: LostMyPassPro (online service) vs PassFab (desktop software). We cover pricing, success rates, ease of use, and which one is right for you.
Bottom line
LostMyPassPro: pay only on success, no software install, faster professional GPU recovery. PassFab: upfront payment, runs locally on Windows, separate tools per file type.
Quick Comparison Table
| Feature | LostMyPassPro | PassFab |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Online service | Desktop software |
| Pricing model | Pay only on success | Upfront payment |
| Free check | ✅ Always free | ❌ No |
| Software install | ✅ Not required | ❌ Windows only |
| Recovery speed | Professional GPUs | Your PC speed |
| All formats in one tool | ✅ | ❌ Separate purchase each |
| Guaranteed recovery | ✅ 40-bit files | ❌ |
| Works on Mac / Linux | ✅ Any browser | ❌ Windows only |
Pricing: No-Risk vs Upfront
The biggest difference between LostMyPassPro and PassFab is the pricing model. LostMyPassPro uses a success-based model: you upload your file, we attempt recovery for free, and you only pay if we succeed ($9.99–$29.99 depending on file type).
PassFab charges upfront and sells a separate tool for each file type — PassFab for PDF, PassFab for Word, PassFab for ZIP — each typically $20–$40 per tool. You pay before knowing whether recovery is even possible for your specific file.
Recovery Speed
LostMyPassPro runs on dedicated professional servers with high-end GPUs available 24 hours a day. PassFab runs entirely on your own machine. Unless you have a high-end gaming GPU, recovery of complex passwords may take days — for modern strong encryption (Office 2016+, RAR5, 7z), consumer hardware is rarely sufficient.
Guaranteed Recovery
LostMyPassPro offers 100% guaranteed recovery for PDF files created with Adobe Acrobat 3–5 and Office 97–2003 documents (40-bit encryption). These files are always recoverable regardless of password complexity — you pay $29.99 only after we deliver the decrypted file. PassFab does not offer guaranteed recovery for any file type.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose LostMyPassPro if:
- You want zero financial risk — pay only if password is found
- You need fast results using professional hardware
- You use Mac, Linux, or any non-Windows device
- You have an older PDF or Office file (100% guaranteed recovery)
- You need to recover passwords from multiple file types without separate purchases
Consider PassFab if:
- You need to keep your file 100% on your own computer with no upload
- You have a powerful GPU and want to run recovery yourself indefinitely
Try LostMyPassPro — Free Check Included
Upload your file and see if recovery is possible. No payment until your password is found.
Start Free Recovery CheckFrequently Asked Questions
Is LostMyPassPro better than PassFab?
LostMyPassPro offers a no-risk model — you only pay if your password is successfully recovered. PassFab charges upfront regardless of success.
Is LostMyPassPro free?
The initial check is always free. You only pay if we successfully recover your password.
Which service is faster?
LostMyPassPro uses professional GPU servers running 24/7. PassFab runs on your personal computer, which is significantly slower.
Do I need to install software?
No. LostMyPassPro is fully browser-based and works on any device. PassFab requires downloading and installing desktop software on Windows.