Comparison

ID vs DocDesk.

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

Head to head
About

ID

Verify age and identity by scanning digital IDs from Apple Wallet. Ideal for venues needing to check guest age at the door. An optional purchase allows scanning U.S. Passport NFC chips.

Highlights
  • Scan digital IDs from Apple Wallet
  • Verify age for venues
  • Prompt guest for verification
  • Scan U.S. Passport NFC chips (optional purchase)
  • Supports multiple U.S. states
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ID-Reader allows for requesting official State digital ID and Driver's license information that is held within the Apple Wallet. Great for Night Clubs and other venues that need to check for age at the door. Simply start the app and wave your phone over the guest's phone and if they have a Digital ID in their Apple wallet, they will be prompted to allow verification of age. Currently Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Virginia, West Virginia, and Puerto Rico support digital IDs in the Apple Wallet, with other states in active development. An optional in-app purchase gives the ability to scan U.S. Passport NFC chips for verification. Terms of use can be found here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

DocDesk.

Features
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Imagine a workspace that fits in your pocket — fast, intuitive, and always organized. DocDesk is your go-to app for managing documents, signing with ease, scanning on the fly, and keeping client details in one secure place. Whether you’re at the office, on the move, or working from home, DocDesk transforms your device into a digital desk that keeps everything just one tap away. Document Manager & Folders From DOCX to PNG, keep your files neatly sorted. Create folders, upload documents, and access what you need — instantly. Sign Document, Your Way Draw, type, or upload your signature. Personalize with fonts, colors, and sizes, and revisit your History whenever needed. Client Manager Manage your contacts effortlessly — from phone number to email, notes, and file attachments — all in one place. Built-in Scanner Scan documents with your camera, enhance with filters, crop or rotate, and save as PNG or merge into PDF in seconds. Your Free Access • Up to 5 documents stored • 2 signatures to seal the deal • 3 clients to keep close • 3 quick scans at your fingertips Need more room to grow? Go unlimited with DocDesk Premium. DocDesk Subscription Subscribe to stay informed about the latest innovations in DocDesk. Auto-Renewal: Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage Settings: You can adjust your subscription settings anytime in your Account Settings. By subscribing, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Continued use indicates your acceptance. For more information, visit our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use via the provided links. Stay organized. Work smarter. Sign faster. DocDesk brings clarity and control to your daily workflow — one powerful feature at a time. Download now and simplify the way you work. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1H-Jluhc-33rrO0FAhqZEKU1W47BhriWUwG05dDLT6Ag Terms of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uStTAlwJiCs7sTQf-hPHfxdJ7FiStiKmJeCv4ZubeTw

Screenshots

ID3 screens
DocDesk.4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DocDesk. at weekly against ID's every 11 months. DocDesk. also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 27.0). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ID sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and DocDesk. sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ID ships an update every 11 months, DocDesk. weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ID versus DocDesk.: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIDDocDesk.
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS27.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFerdinand RiosOlga Mocan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ID

Subscriptions2
  • ID-Reader Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • ID-Reader Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year
1 purchases

DocDesk.

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly$2.997 Days

Questions

Is ID free?
ID is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DocDesk. free?
DocDesk. is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ID or DocDesk. have ads?
Neither ID nor DocDesk. shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ID or DocDesk.?
ID ships an update every 11 months, and DocDesk. weekly. Most recently, ID was updated on November 3, 2026 and DocDesk. on October 30, 2026.

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