DigiLocker vs JioHome
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DigiLocker
A secure digital wallet for citizens to store and access important documents and certificates. This platform aims to reduce the need for physical paperwork by enabling digital issuance and verification.
- Secure document storage
- Digital certificate issuance
- Document verification
- Paperless governance
- Mobile access to documents
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DigiLocker – A simple and secure document wallet for Citizens. DigiLocker is a key initiative under Digital India, the Government of India's flagship program aimed at transforming India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. Targeted at the idea of paperless governance, DigiLocker is a platform for issuance and verification of documents & certificates in a digital way, thus eliminating the use of physical documents. The DigiLocker website can be accessed at https://digitallocker.gov.in/. You can now access your documents and certificates from your DigiLocker on your mobile devices.
JioHome
Control smart devices, manage your Wi-Fi network, and enhance your home automation experience. This app also offers parental controls for safer internet usage and functions as a soft remote for your set-top box and a gamepad for gaming.
- Soft remote for set-top box
- Soft gamepad for gaming
- Wi-Fi strength and coverage check
- Smart home device control
- Parental content restriction
- Automate daily routines
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JioHome: Redefining the Digital Living Experience Experience smarter entertainment, stronger connectivity, and effortless control, all in one place with the JioHome app. With the all-new TV tab and enhanced eRemote, discover content faster, control your Set-top Box, manage your home network, and enjoy a more connected digital lifestyle. From entertainment and gaming to PC access and Wi-Fi management, JioHome brings your entire connected home together in one powerful app. Key Features: STB Remote Control your Jio Set-top Box with a faster and smarter remote experience, now with content casting directly to your TV. TV Tab Discover movies, shows, live TV, and more in one place. Browse content easily and play instantly on your Set-top Box or stream on your phone. JioPC Access your JioPC seamlessly through the JioHome app on your Jio Set-top Box for a bigger-screen computing experience. JioGames Launch and play exciting games on your Jio Set-top Box through JioGames, right from the app. Wi-Fi Management Monitor connected devices, check network status, test internet speed, and add a JioExtender to improve coverage and connectivity. Parental Control Create a safer online experience for your family. Manage content access, set screen time limits, and monitor usage with ease. STB Remote and TV, Entertainment Simplified Browse the all-new TV tab, discover what to watch next, and play it instantly on your Set-top Box at home or stream it directly on your phone while on the move. The enhanced eRemote gives you quick access to channels, JioGames, JioPC, and complete control of your viewing experience from one screen. Network, Stay Connected View connected devices, check network status, test internet speed, and extend your Wi-Fi coverage with JioExtender for a stronger home network. Parental Control, Keep Family Time Safe Build a safer digital environment for your family. Control content access, manage screen time, and monitor online activity with simple and effective controls. Join lakhs of users already simplifying their digital life with the JioHome app. For any questions, reach out to JioFiberCare@jio.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: JioHome at 4.2 against DigiLocker's 3.3. JioHome also leads on review sentiment (48% vs 36%). DigiLocker's advantage is ratings volume (183 vs 51). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
JioHome holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 183 and 51 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of DigiLocker's written reviews are positive against 48% of JioHome's.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DigiLocker | JioHome |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (183 ratings) | 4.2 (51 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 35.6% of reviews | 48.5% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 183 — better | 51 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 345 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | National e-Governance Division | JIO PLATFORMS LIMITED |
Customer experience
DigiLocker
JioHome
Bugs and requests
DigiLocker
Reported bugs
24 issues- App keeps logging out after seconds of authentication
- OTP delivery failures and invalid OTP errors
- App crashes when opening Aadhaar documents
- Blank white screens on login/signup
- App crashes on iOS 18 and iOS 26.2 versions
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- Crashes after recent updates
- Continue button not disabling after tap, causing multiple API requests
- Session timeout errors preventing login
- Document loading failures with 'something went wrong' error
- Aadhaar card retrieval failures
- Driving license fetching issues
- Name mismatch preventing document retrieval
- Documents not visible in app despite being added via web
- App not opening after update
- Verification button not clickable
- Password reset freezing during input
- Inconsistent document availability across devices
- Spam increase after app usage
- Wrong user data being pulled
- App not picking up vehicle RC and insurance data
- Cancelled error message on Aadhaar retrieval
- Invalid input error after account creation
- Dark mode text visibility issues
- Back button too small with no swipe navigation
Requested features
19 requests- Email-based authentication option
- Automatic session logout after inactivity
- Folder creation for document organization
- Bulk document deletion capability
- Support for additional document types (voter ID, APAAR ID, state-specific certificates)
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- PDF file upload support
- Document sharing/transfer between devices
- Offline document access
- Touch ID/Face ID integration
- Name change support for married women
- International accessibility for NRIs
- Integration with banks and property registration databases
- Shareable document links for applications
- Handicap documentation section
- Vehicle insurance and PUC certificate support
- Passport digital option
- Disable button after single tap to prevent multiple requests
- Allow paste functionality for Aadhaar entry
- Rectangular document upload format support
JioHome
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
DigiLocker
No in-app purchases
JioHome
No in-app purchases
