Comparison

DigiD vs Datakeeper

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

About

Datakeeper

Securely store and share your personal information with organizations. You control who accesses your data, making sharing fast and easy for tasks like renting a car or applying for housing. Your data remains private and is stored only on your device.

Highlights
  • Securely store personal data
  • Share data with organizations
  • User controls data sharing
  • Fast and easy data sharing
  • Data stored only on device
Features
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Your personal Datakeeper An app that keeps all your personal data safe for you. From your passport to your income. You share your data in the app with organizations at lightning speed. For example when renting a car or applying for a house. Only you decide with whom you share your data. Safe and above all very easy. Keep it safe Securely store your data in your Datakeeper Keep it simple Easily and quickly share your data with organizations. Keep it yours! Only you can access your data. Your data is only stored on your phone and nowhere else.

Screenshots

DigiD4 screens
Datakeeper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: DigiD at 6.5K against Datakeeper's 13. DigiD also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.4) and review sentiment (17% vs 0%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

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 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of DigiD's written reviews are positive against 0% of Datakeeper's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
DigiD versus Datakeeper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigiDDatakeeper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6.5K ratings) — better4.4 (13 ratings)
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6.5K — better13
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size225 MB72 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperRijksoverheidDatakeeper

Customer experience

DigiD

All ratings6,467 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral1.7%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews156 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative75.0%

Datakeeper

All ratings13 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral33.3%
Negative66.7%

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

Datakeeper

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DigiD

No in-app purchases

None

Datakeeper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is DigiD free?
DigiD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Datakeeper free?
Datakeeper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, DigiD or Datakeeper?
DigiD is rated higher. DigiD averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.5K ratings, while Datakeeper averages 4.4 from 13 ratings.
Do DigiD or Datakeeper have ads?
Neither DigiD nor Datakeeper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DigiD or Datakeeper?
DigiD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Datakeeper every 3 weeks. Most recently, DigiD was updated on September 24, 2026 and Datakeeper on September 19, 2026.

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