Comparison

FACES2 ID Authentication vs Identity+

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

Head to head
About

FACES2 ID Authentication

This app verifies government-issued identification from over 213 countries using advanced facial matching, liveness detection, and chip validation. It provides a secure, encrypted certificate of authenticity for businesses.

Highlights
  • Global ID authentication
  • Facial matching
  • Liveness detection
  • Digital chip validation
  • 256-bit encryption
  • Certificate of authenticity
  • Cloud storage of results
Features
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FACES2 ID Authenticator simplifies identification verification processes for businesses worldwide. With our cutting-edge technology, users can effortlessly authenticate government-issued identification from over 213 countries and regions and compare it against our extensive database of global identification documents. Features Mobile Application iOS® application authenticates the ID for remote clients. Performs facial matching, colour scanning, and digital chip validation. Scanned images are compared against a database for known markings. In-Person Desktop Scanner All the items of our mobile scanner plus ultraviolet and infrared scanning. Scanned images are compared against a database for known markings. Facial Matching Our sophisticated facial matching image processing algorithm yields reduced false positive rates, resulting in a notably enhanced accuracy of matches. It compares the live face to the ID's image and the digital chip photo. Liveness Detection Face liveness detection is used to determine if the face being scanned is real and physically present at the time of scanning. It is crucial to prevent fraud and distinguish between a live person and a fake representation, such as a photo or video. Worldwide Government Database Includes over 1800 identifications from 213 countries and regions with 74 Canadian and 643 USA. 256-Bit Encryption Exceptionally high levels of security, creating a virtually impenetrable code due to its vast combination of possible keys, making it exponentially more difficult for unauthorized parties to decrypt sensitive information. Certificate of Authenticity Assures clients that the data is authentic and not falsified or duplicated. This certificate encompasses comprehensive results of the authentication process along with the specific date/time the data was verified. e-Passport Reader Reads the ID’s digital chip information and matches to the scanned image. Also works on non-chip ID's. Scans Both Sides of All ID’s Captures both sides of all IDs, including passports and ID cards. Store Results on Your Personal Cloud Platform Storing your results file to your personal cloud platform provides a secure and convenient solution for preserving your authentication data. FACES2 automates this process by creating a secure, password-protected PDF file containing all of the authentication information and the certificate of authenticity. Multiple Connectivity Options Connects to the internet with cellular, ethernet, or Wi-Fi. Data Security FACES2 does not store or save any user information. ID Scanner ID Scanner Mobile

About

Identity+

Securely manage your digital identity on your mobile device. Use your driver's license or provincial card to authenticate yourself for online services. Your identity information is stored locally with strong encryption and privacy controls.

Highlights
  • Secure digital ID on mobile
  • Authenticate with Driver's License/Provincial Card
  • Location-based mailing address verification
  • No cloud storage of identity
  • Strong encryption and privacy
  • In-person verification at post office
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Canada Post Identity+ will enable you to control online experiences with a secure digital ID that will open doors to identity-secured services. With Canada Post Identity+, your identity is safeguarded and stored on your phone. Features • Secure digital ID on your mobile device • Authenticate yourself with your Drivers’ License or Provincial Services Card • Location based verification of your mailing address • No cloud storage of your identity information • Strong encryption and certificate-based authentication • Strong privacy protection with complete control Coming soon : Reusable ID : Your Canada Post Identity+ credentials will be available to use over and over to verify yourself online Secure Transactions : Whether you're accessing a bank account, requesting government services, or activating a service, Canada Post Identity+ streamlines the verification process, making transactions more secure and efficient. Verify in-person : Can’t verify on your phone? Visit a post office and authenticate yourself at a trusted location.

Screenshots

FACES2 ID Authentication4 screens
Identity+4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FACES2 ID Authentication at 100% against Identity+'s 19%. FACES2 ID Authentication also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

FACES2 ID Authentication ships an update every 9 days, Identity+ every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
FACES2 ID Authentication versus Identity+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFACES2 ID AuthenticationIdentity+
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better18.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—17 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB44 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperVisiontechConsultingCanada Post Corporation

Customer experience

FACES2 ID Authentication

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Identity+

All ratings17 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative5.9%
Written reviews122 reviews
Positive18.9%
Neutral3.3%
Negative77.9%

Bugs and requests

FACES2 ID Authentication

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Identity+

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Scanner not working
  • Selfie verification failing
  • Verification code issues
  • App crashing or freezing

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow manual ID photo upload
  • Improve address change handling
  • Provide better error messages
  • Add support for more ID types

In-app purchases

None

FACES2 ID Authentication

No in-app purchases

None

Identity+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FACES2 ID Authentication free?
FACES2 ID Authentication is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Identity+ free?
Identity+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do FACES2 ID Authentication or Identity+ have ads?
Neither FACES2 ID Authentication nor Identity+ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FACES2 ID Authentication or Identity+?
FACES2 ID Authentication ships an update every 9 days, and Identity+ every 3 months. Most recently, FACES2 ID Authentication was updated on September 29, 2026 and Identity+ on September 30, 2026.

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