DigiD vs ABB
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DigiD
Securely log in to online services using your mobile device. Activate the app and then choose to log in with a PIN code on your phone or by scanning a QR code on your computer.
- Mobile login with PIN
- Login on computer via app
- QR code scanning for verification
- Secure data processing
- Privacy compliant
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Start using the app? Activate the DigiD app first. Open the DigiD app and follow the steps in the app. Need help with activation? Look at: www.digid.nl/digid-app How do I log in with the DigiD app? Logging in with the DigiD app can be done in two ways: 1. On your phone or tablet you log in with just a pin code. 2. Or log in on a computer using the app. You take over a verification code, scan a QR code and then enter your pin code. DATA PROCESSING & PRIVACY The DigiD app processes the IP address, the name and version of the operating system of your smartphone or tablet, the unique identifier of the mobile device, your mobile phone number and the 5-digit PIN code you select. When performing the ID check, DigiD processes the document number / driver's license number, date of birth and validity. By downloading and using the DigiD app you agree to this processing, which is also subject to the following provisions. 1. The user's personal data will be processed in accordance with applicable privacy legislation. In the privacy statement you will find who is responsible for the processing of personal data for DigiD, which personal data of the DigiD user is processed and for what purpose. The processing of personal data by DigiD and rules on the operation, security and reliability of DigiD are included in legislation and regulations. The privacy statement and legislation and regulations can be found at www.digid.nl. 2. Logius has taken appropriate technical and organizational security measures against loss or unlawful processing of the user's personal data. 3. The DigiD app complies with security measures that are comparable to the security measures of DigiD. DigiD also uses the security mechanisms of the operating system. 4. The user is responsible for the security of his mobile device. 5. For the DigiD app, updates can be automatically downloaded and installed every now and then via the app store. These updates are intended to improve, expand or further develop the DigiD app and may consist of solutions for program errors, advanced functions, new software modules or completely new versions. Without these updates the DigiD app will possibly not function or not function properly. 6. Logius reserves the right to (temporarily) stop offering the DigiD app in the app store or to (temporarily) stop the operation of the DigiD app without stating reasons.
ABB
Control your smart home devices, monitor status, and manage automation. This app allows remote operation of your free@home system, including lighting, shutters, and door calls. Configure devices, create scenes, and set up automated actions for a seamless smart living experience.
- Remote system control
- Device status monitoring
- Automation and scene creation
- Door intercom integration
- Configuration and setup
- Customizable dashboard
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The ABB-free@home® Next app is the app for controlling and commissioning - the free@home system - the Busch-Watchdog - the Flex Tronic WL devices as well as the mobile remote station for accepting door calls from the Welcome door intercom system. The functions and the appearance of the app of the app scale with the functions of the connected devices. The full range of functions is available when a System Access Point is connected: The app then offers 3 areas between which you can switch back and forth via the bottom control bar: **Dashboard** Here you get a quick overview of what's going on at home: - The ‘Status’ tiles show you how many lights are on, how many shutters are open and whether windows are open. A short tab on a tile allows you to switch off the light directly, for example. - The ‘Weather’ window shows you the weather data from your free@home weather station. - The ‘Next switching times’ window shows the two functions that will be switched next using the automated time programme. The event can be suspended once using the slider. A tab on the switching times overview displays all switching events for the next 24 hours. - The ‘Favourites’ are a collection of individually selected functions. The selection is made by setting the ‘star’ symbol. The function can be executed directly by clicking on the small blue symbol at the top right of the favourites tile. By tabbing on the main area of the tile, the function is called up in fullscreen view, which offers even more setting options. The order of the function areas can be changed using the ‘Edit’ button at the bottom of the home page. **ROOMS** Here you can access all the devices in your free@home installation. **AUTOMATION** Timer Existing time programmes can be activated/deactivated (and new time programmes can be created in the future). Actions Actions are logical links in if-then style, which allow the creation of complex automation scenarios. myBuildings Portal By registering free of charge with the free@home system and the app on the myBuildings portal, the free@home system can also be operated remotely. CONFIGURATION The configuration area of the app can be opened via the menu icon at the top right of the app. Here you can configure new devices, install add-ons or create scenes and groups. Access to this area can be restricted by assigning authorisations.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: ABB at 55% against DigiD's 17%. DigiD's advantage is ratings volume (6.5K vs 81) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DigiD holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DigiD has 6.5K ratings behind it against 81, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 17% of DigiD's written reviews are positive against 55% of ABB's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
DigiD ships an update every 3 weeks, ABB every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DigiD | ABB |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (6.5K ratings) — better | 4.4 (81 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 17.2% of reviews | 54.8% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 6.5K — better | 81 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 225 MB | 300 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rijksoverheid | Busch-Jaeger Elektro GmbH |
Customer experience
DigiD
ABB
Bugs and requests
DigiD
Reported bugs
4 issues- ID check not working
- Constant login issues
- Scan functionality not working
- Unexpected errors and crashes
Requested features
3 requests- English language support
- Fingerprint/Face ID login
- Improved ID scanning functionality
ABB
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DigiD
No in-app purchases
ABB
No in-app purchases









