i vs Beacon Pulse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
i
Manage your vehicle registration documents digitally and securely. View, update, and share your registration certificate from your device, reducing paperwork and providing easy access to important vehicle data.
- Digital vehicle registration document (DFZ)
- Add DFZ via eID or QR code
- Automatic updates and inspection reminders
- Share registration documents securely
- View vehicle data offline
- Delete DFZ and shared versions
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The digital vehicle registration document (DFZ) is a digital version of the vehicle registration certificate that can be used in the i-Kfz app on your device. With the i-Kfz app, vehicle owners can view, update and, if necessary, share their vehicle registration document (Zulassungsbescheinigung Teil I (ZB I)) anytime, anywhere. This facilitates access to important vehicle data and reduces the amount of paperwork required. The app also offers a secure and user-friendly way to manage vehicle registration certificates digitally. App functions: ADD: Vehicle owners can have a DFZ issued either using the eID function or by scanning a QR code in the app. There are several options for obtaining a QR code: QR codes are provided both on site, during the registration process or on request, as well as when registering online. UPDATE: The validity and current status of the digital vehicle registration document are automatically checked when the app is opened. The i-Kfz app also offers automatic updates, such as reminders of upcoming periodic technical inspections. SHARE: With just a few clicks, the vehicle owner can generate any number of shared versions of a DFZ and share them with third parties via link or QR code for permanent or temporary use. VIEW: With the help of a user-friendly display, you can view your vehicle and owner data at any time, even without an internet connection, and present it during a traffic check or periodic technical inspections, for example. DELETE: You can delete the DFZ and its shared versions in the app yourself. The i-Kfz app is constantly being developed. We welcome feedback in the store or in the app. If you have any questions or suggestions, our support team will be happy to assist you: i-Kfz@support.bdr.de Privacy policy: http://www.kba.de/app-dse_en Accessibility statement: http://www.kba.de/app-bfe-ios_en End User Licence Agreement (EULA): http://www.kba.de/app-eula_en
Beacon Pulse
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Beacon Pulse revolutionises property access management through seamless NFC technology. Our system allows venues to assign custom NFC bracelets to guests, enabling effortless check-ins across multiple properties like beach clubs, resorts, and exclusive venues. With real-time tracking, customizable access permissions, and comprehensive analytics, property managers can streamline guest flow, reduce wait times, and enhance security.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Beacon Pulse at weekly against i's every 4 months. Beacon Pulse also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). 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.
i ships an update every 4 months, Beacon Pulse weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | i | Beacon Pulse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 67 MB | 68 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt | Ramarya Software Services LLP |
In-app purchases
i
No in-app purchases
Beacon Pulse
No in-app purchases









