myID vs Kernelsoft
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
myID
Securely verify your identity online with this Australian Government digital ID app. Access government services conveniently and avoid sharing physical documents. Protect your information with biometric security and full control over your data.
- Secure online identity verification
- Access government services
- No physical document sharing
- Biometric security (fingerprint/face)
- Control over personal information
- Replaces multiple logins
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myID is the Australian Government’s trusted Digital ID app. Join millions of Australians nationwide in choosing myID as your trusted way to access government services. Use your myID for a secure and convenient way to prove who you are when accessing government online services. It’s like the 100-point ID check, but on your smart device. No sharing of your physical personal ID documents. Access a wide range of federal, state and territory government online services with the myID app. One app to verify who you are, taking the hassle out of remembering different usernames and passwords. Once set up, you can enable your device’s biometrics security feature such as fingerprint or face for added security. This is to protect your identity and help prevent other people accessing your information. Your personal information won’t be shared without your permission – putting you in control. myID is accredited by the Australian Government Digital ID System which strictly controls how your identity data is collected, stored and used. Your myID is unique to you – don’t share it with others. For more information, visit www.myID.gov.au To provide your feedback, visit www.myID.gov.au/feedback
Kernelsoft
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This application has been developed to support the management of contract and other information related to the production of seeds for a commercial producer.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: myID at every 6 weeks against Kernelsoft's every 13 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
myID ships an update every 6 weeks, Kernelsoft every 13 months. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and May 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | myID | Kernelsoft |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.8 (32 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 2.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 32 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks — better | Every 13 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 192 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Australian Taxation Office | realTIME IT Pty Ltd |
Bugs and requests
myID
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes and freezes
- Unable to verify identity documents
- Endless loop of update prompts with no actual update available
- Inconsistent app behavior across devices
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to use non-Australian ID documents
- Seamless integration with myGov
- Clearer instructions and guidance
- More user-friendly design and navigation
Kernelsoft
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
myID
No in-app purchases
Kernelsoft
No in-app purchases
