Comparison

BNU vs iFAST ePENSION

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

Head to head
About

BNU

Manage your banking transactions and access institutional websites conveniently. This app offers a fresh, user-friendly interface with fast and easy navigation. Securely log in using biometric authentication and perform various banking operations.

Highlights
  • Banking transactions
  • Biometric login
  • Authentication via token
  • Quick look features
  • Latest news and promotions
  • Access to institutional websites
Features
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BNU App - Get everything in one touch! Perform Banking Transactions, add extra Authentication Methods to your BOL transactions, access to both BNU Life and Institutional Website and much more! Everything at one place only. Download it now and get superior convenience. - - - If you are a BNU Online Banking (BOL) customer, you may login the App using the same username and password as BOL. If you have not registered our BOL service yet, please visit any of our branches for registration - it's quick and will provide you with extra convenience on managing your banking transaction. - - - BNU App comes packed with: • FRESH LOOK: Following the latest app design trends, this app will certainly provide a great user experience upon browsing through all its features. • FAST & EASY: fast and easily understandable options and features to keep up with your lifeís pace. • BIOMETRIC LOGIN: Quickly and safely log into the App using the latest biometric authentication methods, such as Fingerprint and Facial Recognition.* • THE BANKING TRANSACTIONS YOU NEED: All BOL transactions are available at your fingerprints, namely Account Enquiry, Transfers, Credit Card and several Bill Payments, Insurance, etc. • AUTHENTICATION VIA TOKEN: A new easy and reliable authentication method to approve transactions made via BOL. • QUICK LOOK: Access the following pages and features without the need of a login: Token, Exchange Rate, Interest Rate, Loans Calculator, All Websites and Help Page. • LATEST NEWS: In-app notifications regarding BNUís latest promotions and news. • ALL WEBSITES: From homepage you may access BNU Institutional Website as well as BNU Life Website and no login is required. * Facial Recognition only available for iPhone X.

About

iFAST ePENSION

Features
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Developed by iFAST ePension Services, the iFAST ePENSION Mobile App is transforming the pension administration landscape for the benefit of customers and employees. As part of iFAST Corporation Ltd., a listed company on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) Mainboard, we have relentlessly invested in powerful in-house technological and Fintech expertise, building a robust foundation for groundbreaking solutions in wealth management, digital banking, pension administration and retirement planning solutions. With the iFAST ePENSION Mobile App, you gain instant access to our powerful digital tools – ensuring smooth and secure pension management at your fingertips. Download iFAST ePENSION Mobile App for a truly innovative experience today! Here are some of the features in iFAST ePENSION Mobile App: Account Management Effortlessly review scheme details, update information, and submit instructions online for seamless management. Online Transactions Stay updated on fund prices, easily switch funds, and adjust future investment instructions – all at your fingertips. Instruction Tracking Track the status of instructions, cancel before cut-off, and monitor contribution allocations with ease. Benefit Management Request benefit payments or manage terminations in just a few clicks. Statements & Records Quickly access, view, and download transaction history and statements for efficient record-keeping. Engagement Tools Compare funds, access insights, check out our comprehensive FAQ, and connect with customer support via Live Chat. Get instant updates with e-notifications and push alerts. Biometric Authentication & Password Management Easily reset passwords with one-time codes and enjoy secure logins through biometric authentication. e-Statements & e-Notices Customise how you receive statements and confirmations to match your preferences. About iFAST Corp and iFAST ePension Services iFAST Corporation Ltd. (“iFAST Corp”) is a global digital banking and wealth management platform, with operations spanning across Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, China and the United Kingdom. Incorporated in the year 2000 in Singapore and listed on the Singapore Exchange (SGX) Mainboard in December 2014, the Group offers platform administration services via iFAST ePension Services in Hong Kong. iFAST Corp offers access to a wide range of investment products, research and investment information, Fintech solutions, banking services, and investment administration and transaction services. The Group’s mission statement is, “To help investors around the world invest globally and profitably”. For more information, please visit www.ifastcorp.com iFAST ePension Services is part of iFAST ePension Services. iFAST ePension Services is a one-stop digital pension solution for pension schemes. Backed by iFAST Corp's experience and expertise in the pension industry, iFAST ePension Services provides a wide range of pension administration services and white-labelled solutions for pension scheme sponsors, trustees and other institutions to have seamless digital access, management and processing of pension transactions. For more information, please visit https://www.ifastepension.com.hk

Screenshots

BNU4 screens
iFAST ePENSION4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: iFAST ePENSION at 13.0 against BNU's 15.5. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BNU ships an update every 5 weeks, iFAST ePENSION every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
BNU versus iFAST ePENSION: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBNUiFAST ePENSION
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.3 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews8.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBanco Nacional Ultramarino, S.A.iFAST Corporation Ltd

In-app purchases

None

BNU

No in-app purchases

None

iFAST ePENSION

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BNU free?
BNU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is iFAST ePENSION free?
iFAST ePENSION is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BNU or iFAST ePENSION have ads?
Neither BNU nor iFAST ePENSION shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BNU or iFAST ePENSION?
BNU ships an update every 5 weeks, and iFAST ePENSION every 3 weeks. Most recently, BNU was updated on November 6, 2026 and iFAST ePENSION on November 3, 2026.

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