Comparison

DigiD vs Bambook

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

Bambook

Digitize handwritten notes with advanced OCR and AI to create editable text, correct spelling, and organize your content. Easily edit, search, and share your scanned notes as PDFs or JPGs.

Highlights
  • Automatic page detection and scanning
  • Handwritten text to editable digital text conversion
  • AI-powered spelling and grammar correction
  • Organize notes with naming, sorting, and batch scanning
  • Edit scans with cropping, rotating, and text addition
  • Search notes by name or handwritten content
  • Share scans to various cloud services and apps
Features
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Immerse yourself in the future of note-taking with the Bambook AI Scanner app! Effortlessly digitize your handwritten notes and access them anytime, anywhere. Seamlessly connect your analog notes to the power of AI, transforming them into crystal-clear scans or editable digital text through cutting-edge OCR and AI technology. The Bambook app is meticulously designed to simplify the organization, editing, sharing, and searching of your notes, serving as the ultimate companion for all your erasable Bambook products. Key Features: Automatic Detection and Scanning: Experience Seamless Digitization! Our App automatically detects and scans the black border on each Bambook page, Ensuring a hassle-free digitization process. Text Recognition and AI Magic: Witness the magic of your handwritten notes seamlessly transforming into digital text, all thanks to our advanced OCR technology., Thanks to AI, your spelling and grammar will also be corrected, ensuring your notes are polished and professional. Effortless Organization: Enjoy the ease of organizing your digitized notes with features like naming, sorting, and batch scanning. The app is intuitive and user-friendly, making the process a breeze. Powerful Editing Tools: From cropping and rotating to adding extra text, our app's editor provides a range of tools to customize your scans and conveniently save your notes as PDF or JPG. Smart Search: Looking for a specific note? Utilize our OCR technology to search by name or handwritten content, ensuring you find what you need in seconds. Seamless Sharing: Share your scans effortlessly with other apps like Email, WhatsApp, Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Evernote, OneNote, and more. Choose to share as a document or as PDF/JPG files. Download now and step into a world where your handwritten notes come alive with the magic of AI! New to Bambook? Explore the full range of erasable notebooks at www.bambook.org and start writing more efficiently while making a positive impact on the planet Privacy policy: https://www.bambook.org/privacy-policy-app Terms & conditions: https://www.bambook.org/en/general-terms-and-conditions#eula

Screenshots

DigiD4 screens
Bambook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bambook at 67% against DigiD's 17%. Bambook also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). DigiD's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ratings volume (6.5K vs 8). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. Bambook sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. DigiD asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bambook holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DigiD has 6.5K ratings behind it against 8, 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 67% of Bambook's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DigiD ships an update every 3 weeks, Bambook every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
DigiD versus Bambook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigiDBambook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6.5K ratings)5.0 (8 ratings) — better
Positive reviews16.9% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.5K — better8
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size225 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRijksoverheidBambook v.o.f.

Customer experience

DigiD

All ratings6,467 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral1.7%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews160 reviews
Positive16.9%
Neutral8.1%
Negative75.0%

Bambook

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

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

Bambook

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DigiD

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Bambook

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Month$1.991 Month
  • 6 Months$3.996 Months
  • 12 Months$4.991 Year

Questions

Is DigiD free?
DigiD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bambook free?
Bambook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DigiD or Bambook?
Bambook is rated higher. DigiD averages 4.7 out of 5 from 6.5K ratings, while Bambook averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.
Do DigiD or Bambook have ads?
Neither DigiD nor Bambook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DigiD or Bambook?
DigiD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bambook every 3 months. Most recently, DigiD was updated on October 15, 2026 and Bambook on September 28, 2026.

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