TrustID Chip Reader vs DiaryIt
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TrustID Chip Reader
Securely scan and verify the NFC chip embedded in your passport or ID card. This application provides a straightforward method for digital identity verification.
- Scan NFC chips
- Verify passport data
- Verify ID card data
- Secure scanning
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This TrustID app allows you to securely scan and verify the NFC chip in your passport or ID Card.
DiaryIt
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The all-in-one driving school management and learning app designed for modern instructors and ambitious learners. Dairyit connects instructors, driving schools, and learners in one simple, powerful platform. Whether you are an independent instructor or a multi-instructor school, this app helps you manage bookings, track progress, and support learners from their first lesson to test success. For Instructors • Book and manage lessons with ease • Live diary with availability tracking • Add learner notes and lesson summaries • Track learner progress against competencies • Monitor payments and lesson history • Reduce admin and stay organised • Suitable for individual ADIs or full driving schools Spend less time on paperwork and more time teaching. For Learners • Book and manage your driving lessons • View your lesson schedule in real time • Track your driving progress step by step • Access structured lesson plans • Practise theory questions anytime • Prepare confidently for your practical test From booking your first lesson to passing your test, everything is in one place. Why Diaryit? • Built by experienced driving professionals • Designed around real DVSA standards • Clear progress tracking for transparency • Ideal for schools, franchises, or independent instructors • Helps learners stay motivated and accountable Diaryit is more than just a booking app. It is a complete driving education system that improves communication, organisation, and results. Drive smarter. Teach smarter. Pass faster.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: DiaryIt at 13.0 against TrustID Chip Reader's 15.0. 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | TrustID Chip Reader | DiaryIt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 12.8% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | TrustID Ltd. | Smart Learner |
Bugs and requests
TrustID Chip Reader
Reported bugs
13 issues- Passport chip scan fails repeatedly
- App not recognized even after download
- Camera not opening or showing a black screen
- Browser link does not redirect to the app
- App gets stuck on the welcome screen
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- Camera not working even with permissions
- App loops back to download prompt
- QR code expired error
- App freezes
- Cannot upload photos of passport
- Camera fails after passport photo scan
- Stuck at scanning chip stage
- AI fails to recognize app is downloaded
Requested features
7 requests- Improve app stability and reliability
- Fix browser redirection issues
- Provide clear instructions for users
- Ensure app works with default browsers
- Make the app compatible with all devices and browsers
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- Improve error message clarity
- Allow manual ID check as an alternative
DiaryIt
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
TrustID Chip Reader
No in-app purchases
DiaryIt
No in-app purchases








