Hostplus vs ING Banking
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Hostplus
Manage your superannuation and insurance on the go. Check your balance, track contributions, and access useful features securely. Designed for existing members, it offers a simple and intuitive experience.
- Check account balance
- Track contributions
- View insurance details
- Secure login (PIN, Touch ID, Face ID)
- Simple and easy to understand
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At Hostplus, we pride ourselves on being uncomplicated. We make sure everything we do is simple to understand and full of only useful things. Our app is no exception. Check your balance, track your contributions, view your insurance and more with the Hostplus app. Getting started - This app is for Hostplus super members. If you don’t have an account with us, you can join online at hostplus.com.au - To make sure you’re using the latest features, please make sure your automatic updates are switched on. Logging in - Login easily with a PIN, Touch ID, or Face ID for secure access to your information on the go.
ING Banking
A redesigned mobile banking application offering a faster, simpler, and more intuitive way to manage your finances. It provides easy access to balances, quick money transfers, and robust security features for peace of mind.
- Check balance at a glance
- Move money in seconds
- Manage accounts easily
- Biometric login
- Real-time alerts
- 24/7 security
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ING Banking - Do Your Thing is ING Australia's new mobile banking app for everyday banking, savings and account management. Moving from the legacy app? While we roll out this latest app, some products and features are not available just yet. You can still manage your products via online banking from your mobile browser where you need to. Opened your first account? You’re in the right place. Home to Savings Booster, our latest ING app is built to support your everyday banking - and it’s ready to roll with enhanced protection features. We’re actively working on a few improvements and regular updates are on the way to keep things running smoothly. Here’s what you can expect: • Instant notifications, a newly added mobile pin, and even more security features on the way • Transfer money in seconds and manage your accounts with just a few taps • Biometric login, real-time alerts, and advanced security features keep your money safe and your mind at ease • Whether you're at home or on the move, the ING app is your 24/7 banking companion. A few things to know: Normal data charges apply. Please check with your mobile phone service provider for details. Using your mobile to bank with ING is subject to certain limitations as not all internet banking features are available. ING is a business name of ING Bank (Australia) Limited ABN 24 000 893 292 AFSL 229823. Australian Credit Licence 229823. You can read our Terms of Use and Target Market Determinations at ing.com.au. Got questions? Visit the ING Help Hub at https://helphub.ing.com.au
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Verdict
Hostplus and ING Banking both sit at 4.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of Hostplus's written reviews are positive against 2% of ING Banking's. Hostplus also leads on ratings volume (80 vs 1). ING Banking's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, 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.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Hostplus against 5.0 for ING Banking. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hostplus has 80 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Hostplus's written reviews are positive against 2% of ING Banking's.
Hostplus ships an update every 2 months, ING Banking fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hostplus | ING Banking |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (80 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.3% of reviews — better | 2.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 80 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 30 MB | 248 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HOSTPLUS Super | ING Bank (Australia) Limited |
Customer experience
Hostplus
ING Banking
Bugs and requests
Hostplus
Reported bugs
14 issues- App stuck on loading screen after PIN entry
- Login button unresponsive after recent updates
- Error 122: Minimum security requirements violation
- Unexpected error messages preventing app access
- Session timeout during password recovery
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- App forgets login details after updates
- Error 115: Cannot connect to ChoicePlus
- Blue screen with no content displayed
- Facial recognition reverting to PIN without reason
- App requires update but no update available
- Push notifications with test messages appearing
- Continue button not responding during login
- Extended maintenance periods (14+ hours)
- App crashes after new updates
Requested features
13 requests- Historical balance tracking by specific dates
- Financial year earnings breakdown (not just 12 months)
- Better graphs and detailed performance analysis
- Investment switching capability on app
- Two-factor authentication via authenticator app
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- More detailed asset allocation information
- Download statements functionality
- Advanced calculators and financial tools
- Swap function for investments
- Better iPad optimization and landscape mode
- Ability to view investment returns and drill-down analysis
- Performance reports accessible on app
- Larger margin options for trading orders
ING Banking
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Hostplus
No in-app purchases
ING Banking
No in-app purchases
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