Comparison

Singpass vs OneNS

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

Head to head
About

Singpass

Access government services and manage your digital identity securely. Log in quickly using biometrics or a passcode, sign documents digitally, and receive notifications. This app simplifies transactions and provides a trusted way to interact with digital services.

Highlights
  • Biometric login (fingerprint, face)
  • QR code login
  • Digital signing of documents
  • Government notifications inbox
  • View personal government data
  • Secure in-person verification
Features
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Singpass is Singapore’s trusted digital identity, giving you access to over 1,400 services and counting. From opening a bank account to booking a medical appointment and checking your CPF balance — everything is done securely, with just a passkey. ◦ Safer and faster logins with passkeys Passkeys only work on official Singpass logins, keeping you safe from phishing scams and fake websites. ◦ Launch services instantly Skip an extra login when you visit your most-used government services. ◦ Important daily details, at a glance View your CPF balance, HDB details, passport expiry, driving licence, and more. All pulled from the source and updated frequently. ◦ Sign documents digitally Your digital signature is uniquely yours — impossible to forge. Once signed, the document is permanently sealed. ◦ Security you can trust Singpass Face Verification matches you against government records — so only you can access your Singpass. ◦ Go passwordless Point your phone at any Singpass QR code to log in instantly. No typing required. Get started New to Singpass? Register your Singpass account at singpass.gov.sg Already have an account? Use your previous device to set up instantly. Download the Singpass app Complete your one-time verification Create your passkey Need help? Visit our FAQ at go.gov.sg/singpass-faq Found an issue? Report it at go.gov.sg/singpass-feedback-issue This official application is brought to you by the Government Technology Agency (GovTech).

About

OneNS

This app provides a centralized digital platform for National Service (NS) related services. Users can manage their NS details, apply for deferments, book IPPT, and track their progress. It aims to make the NS experience more convenient and engaging.

Highlights
  • Digital NS services portal
  • QR Code/Geolocation check-in
  • View ICT and Mobilisation details
  • Apply for deferment
  • Book IPPT
  • Track NS milestones and awards
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This application is a service of the Government of Singapore, proudly brought to you by MINDEF/SAF. OneNS serves as a one-stop touchpoint for NS-related digital services to make the NS experience a more engaging and convenient one. You can use OneNS to: - In-Pro speedily via instant QR Code/Geolocation for ICT and Mobilisation - Stay updated on relevant matters like your ICT, Manning and Mobilisation details and excuse/deferment status - Apply for deferment, book IPPT conveniently from your mobile phone - Track your progress easily by viewing key NS milestones like awards and monetary disbursements - And many more features to come With OneNS, you can access your NS services easily and get things done on the go. Having trouble? Please contact us at contact@ns.gov.sg. This app is optimised for iOS 11.0 and above.

Screenshots

Singpass4 screens
OneNS4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Singpass at 4.8 against OneNS's 2.0. Singpass also leads on ratings volume (7.6K vs 5). OneNS's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 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

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

Singpass holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Singpass has 7.6K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Singpass ships an update every 5 weeks, OneNS fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Singpass versus OneNS: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSingpassOneNS
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (7.6K ratings) — better2.0 (5 ratings)
Positive reviews44.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings7.6K — better5
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size159 MB70 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGovernment Technology AgencyMINDEF/SAF

Customer experience

Singpass

All ratings7,646 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews95 reviews
Positive44.2%
Neutral5.3%
Negative50.5%

OneNS

All ratings5 ratings
Positive20.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative80.0%

Bugs and requests

Singpass

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App not working after updates
  • Redirection issues between mobile and web
  • Facial recognition not working for all users

Requested features

3 requests
  • Allow alternative authentication methods besides SMS OTP
  • Improve overseas user experience
  • Simplify password reset and address change processes

OneNS

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Singpass

No in-app purchases

None

OneNS

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Singpass free?
Singpass is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is OneNS free?
OneNS is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Singpass or OneNS?
Singpass is rated higher. Singpass averages 4.8 out of 5 from 7.6K ratings, while OneNS averages 2.0 from 5 ratings.
Do Singpass or OneNS have ads?
Neither Singpass nor OneNS shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Singpass or OneNS?
Singpass ships an update every 5 weeks, and OneNS fortnightly. Most recently, Singpass was updated on September 22, 2026 and OneNS on September 9, 2026.

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