Spar Key vs IVA app
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spar Key
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Sparkasse Bank Malta plc has released an Authentication Application that has removed the need for a physical token to be used when accessing and transacting on your account(s) using the Bank’s Online Banking System. Spar Key enables a more secure and efficient environment for Sparkasse Bank Malta plc’s clients throughout the following processes: • Logging-in into the Bank’s Online Banking System; • Authorising the release of Payment Instructions; and • Authorising the release of Securities related orders. Spar Key has been developed in compliance with the requirements on Strong Customer Authentication stemming from ‘the EU’s Payment Services Directive II (PSD II)’.
IVA app
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Manage all your financial protection and long-term savings in one secure place. IVAapp gives you convenient, real-time access to your Life Insurance, Pension Plans and Savings Plans — helping you stay informed and in control of your financial future. Designed for simplicity and transparency, IVAapp makes it easy to view policy information, monitor performance and keep your personal details up to date — anytime, anywhere. Key Features: Pension Plans Stay fully informed about your retirement savings with clear and accessible insights: • View the latest pension values • Track performance history over time • Monitor how your pension is allocated across investment strategies • View balances within Pension Accounts and Access Accounts • Access all key policy details in one place Understand how your pension is progressing and support better long-term retirement planning. Life Insurance Plans Access important information about your protection policies whenever you need it: • View policy details and coverage information • Check the status of premium payments • Monitor the current sum insured for decreasing term policies • Access your policy documents Stay confident knowing your cover details are always available. Savings Plans Easily manage your savings and investment products: • View details of lump sum investments and progress • Access regular premium savings plans • Review policy information in a clear and simple format Whether saving regularly or investing a one-time amount, your plans are always within reach. Personal Profile & Contact Details Keep your information accurate and up to date: • View your personal details • Access contact information • View your registered address Ensure your details remain current for seamless communication. Secure & Convenient Access • Access your policies anytime, anywhere • Secure environment to protect your personal information • Clear overview of all your financial products in one app IVAapp provides a simple and secure way to stay connected to your financial plans — helping you make informed decisions for today and the future.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: IVA app at daily against Spar Key's every 19 months. Spar Key's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.4 vs 16.0). On price, 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.
Spar Key ships an update every 19 months, IVA app daily. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Spar Key | IVA app |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 19 months | Daily — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 12.4 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 44 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Sparkasse Bank Malta plc | IVALIFE Insurance Limited |
In-app purchases
Spar Key
No in-app purchases
IVA app
No in-app purchases









