DIGITAL SEAL vs Yubico Authenticator
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DIGITAL SEAL
This app demonstrates advanced identity document verification technology. It allows users to scan and verify passports, IDs, and driver's licenses using NFC chips and optical security features. It's designed for software companies and integrators building their own identity verification solutions.
- NFC chip verification for passports and IDs
- MRZ, 2D barcode, and license plate scanning
- Visual inspection of document security features
- Online and offline verification modes
- Reference database of global travel documents
- Demonstrates Mobile SDK capabilities
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DIGITAL SEAL APP BY KINEGRAM.DIGITAL Try this field tested identity document verification technology before building your own solution. DIGITAL SEAL app is the free demonstration app for our professional Mobile SDKs, designed for software companies and integrators creating their own identity verification solutions. WHAT IS THE DIGITAL SEAL APP? The DIGITAL SEAL app demonstrates the capabilities of our MOBILE SCAN SDK, MOBILE CHIP SDK and DOC LIBRARY. Test the DIGITAL SEAL app, see how • easily you can scan MRZ, license plates, 2D barcodes, Visible Digital Seals and IDB. • securely you can verify identity documents like passports and IDs based on their chip. • the reference database supports you with a side-by-side inspection of physical security features on the document. KEY FEATURES – SCANNING APP & CHIP VERIFICATION Chip-Based eMRTD Chip Verification • Read and verify NFC chips in biometric passports and ID cards • Extract chip data according to ICAO 9303 standards • Compliant with ISO 18013 and ISO 22376:2023 • Authenticate Passports and ID cards • Verify document authenticity and detect cloning in real-time • Online and offline verification modes MRZ, 2D Barcode, License Plate, VDS and IDB Scanner • Fast and accurate MRZ (Machine Readable Zone) scanning • 2D barcode scanner, for example QR codes • Support for PDF417 barcodes • License plate recognition capability • VDS (Visible Digital Seal) and IDB (ICAO Data Structure for Barcode) scanner Identity Document Verification • Support for visual verification of passports, ID cards, and driver's licenses • Access to a comprehensive document reference library • Optical security feature display FOR SOFTWARE COMPANIES & INTEGRATORS OF IDENTITY VERIFICATION SOLUTIONS This demo app helps you evaluate our mobile SDKs: • MOBILE CHIP SDK – Read NFC enabled passports and ID cards for biometric verification and chip authentication. Available as online or offline solution. • MOBILE SCAN SDK – Advanced OCR and MRZ scanner for rapid data capture from identity documents, 2D barcodes, license plates, Visible Digital Seals and IDB. • CHIP VERIFY – Checking electronic travel documents with your mobile phone. • DOC LIBRARY – Comprehensive reference database with security features of global travel documents. USE CASES FOR YOUR SOLUTION • Customer onboarding (KYC/AML compliance) • Hotel and restaurant guest check-in • Age verification and access control • Border control, policing and law enforcement • Member registration systems • Travel and hospitality apps • Identity verification platforms TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS • NFC reader supporting ISO 14443-3/4 standards • eMRTD data groups DG1-DG17 support • ICAO 9303 compliant verification • Works in online and offline mode • Fast and reliable chip authentication • User-friendly interface requiring no security or document expertise FLEXIBLE INTEGRATION OPTIONS • Native SDKs for mobile devices • Seamless integration into existing apps • Standalone app customization • On-premise server solutions • Flexible licensing for startups to enterprises WHY kinegram.digital? OVD Kinegram AG is a global leader in protecting identities. Known as a pioneer in security features for physical ID documents, we have expanded our expertise into the digital realm. With kinegram.digital, we support companies and authorities with future-proof digital solutions for verifying security features in identity documents such as ID cards, passports, residence permits, and driver's licenses. With the DIGITAL SEAL app, you can test the same professional-grade verification technology before integrating our SDKs into your own application. DOWNLOAD & EVALUATE Download the DIGITAL SEAL app for free and experience trustworthy identity verification technology. After testing, contact us to discuss SDK licensing and integration into your solution. Are you ready to build your own identity verification solution? Download the DIGITAL SEAL app today to get started!
Yubico Authenticator
Secure your online accounts with hardware-backed two-factor authentication. Store unique credentials on a physical security key, eliminating the need to store sensitive data on your mobile device. Generate verification codes without an internet connection for enhanced account protection.
- Hardware-backed security key storage
- Touch or NFC authentication
- USB-C support
- Biometric unlock (FaceID/TouchID)
- QR code setup
- User presence verification
- Smart Card support
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Store your unique credentials on a hardware-backed security key and take it wherever you go from mobile to desktop. No more storing sensitive secrets on your mobile phone, leaving your account vulnerable to takeovers. With the Yubico Authenticator you can raise the bar for security. * The Yubico Authenticator will work with any USB, Lightning, or NFC-enabled YubiKeys. * As iPads do not have NFC, they will only work through a Lightning or USB connection. The Yubico Authenticator generates a code used to verify your identity as you are logging into various services. No connectivity needed! Features include: Touch or NFC Authentication - Touch the YubiKey sensor or simply tap a YubiKey with NFC to a mobile phone that is NFC-enabled to store your credential on the YubiKey USB-C support - Connect the YubiKey 5Ci or any USB-C type YubiKey. When prompted, depending on the key, touch the contacts on the sides of the key or the golden ring on the top Biometric support - Experience greater convenience by unlocking your YubiKey with FaceID or TouchID Easy Setup - QR codes available from the services you wish to protect with strong authentication User Presence - New codes generated with just a touch or NFC tap of the YubiKey Compatible - Secure all the services currently compatible with other Authenticator apps Secure - Hardware-backed strong two-factor authentication with secret stored on the YubiKey, not on the mobile device Versatile - Support for multiple work and personal accounts Portable - Get the same set of codes across our other Yubico Authenticator apps for desktops as well as for all leading mobile platforms Flexible - Support for time-based and counter-based code generation Smart Card - Support for Apple's CryptoTokenKit Extension making it possible to use certificates stored on your YubiKey to authenticate with other apps and sites Experience security the modern way with the Yubico Authenticator. Visit yubico.com to learn more.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: DIGITAL SEAL at 100% against Yubico Authenticator's 43%. DIGITAL SEAL also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). 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.
DIGITAL SEAL ships an update fortnightly, Yubico Authenticator monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DIGITAL SEAL | Yubico Authenticator |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 3.7 (287 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 42.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 287 — better |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 70 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | OVD Kinegram AG | Yubico |
Customer experience
DIGITAL SEAL
Yubico Authenticator
Bugs and requests
DIGITAL SEAL
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Yubico Authenticator
Reported bugs
4 issues- NFC not working reliably
- Accounts disappearing after updates
- Calculation of codes not working
- Keyboard issues when using keys
Requested features
5 requests- Allow editing and rearranging of entries
- Add support for multiple keys per account
- Improve iPad/tablet support
- Add dark mode option
- Improve QR code scanning
In-app purchases
DIGITAL SEAL
No in-app purchases
Yubico Authenticator
No in-app purchases
Questions
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