Comparison

DigiD vs Henkq

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

Henkq

Features
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Your reminder shows up on your lock screen. Someone behind you in the train reads "Call lawyer about divorce." That's nobody's business but yours. Henkq fixes this. Drag the vault icon onto any reminder. The title vanishes from your lock screen, widget, and Spotlight. Only you see it, behind Face ID/PIN. No cloud. No account. Keychain on your iPhone only. Used by journalists protecting sources. Used by lawyers protecting client work. Used by anyone who keeps reminders private. • Morning, Afternoon, Evening • Type "interview friday 3pm confidential" • iCloud through your Apple ID, never a Henkq server • No ads. No tracking. Built for professionals in the Netherlands. https://henkq.com/terms https://henkq.com/privacy

Screenshots

DigiD4 screens
Henkq4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DigiD at none against Henkq's 2. DigiD also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Henkq's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support 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. Henkq sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. DigiD asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DigiD ships an update every 3 weeks, Henkq every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
DigiD versus Henkq: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDigiDHenkq
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (6.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews16.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings6.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size225 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRijksoverheidHenkq

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

Henkq

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DigiD

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Henkq

Subscriptions2
  • Henkq Pro Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Henkq Pro Yearly$34.991 Year

Questions

Is DigiD free?
DigiD is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Henkq free?
Henkq is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DigiD or Henkq have ads?
Neither DigiD nor Henkq shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DigiD or Henkq?
DigiD ships an update every 3 weeks, and Henkq every 3 days. Most recently, DigiD was updated on September 24, 2026 and Henkq on September 8, 2026.

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