Comparison

VisoGo (eID document reader) vs Wave Passport

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

Head to head
About

VisoGo (eID document reader)

Features
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This app securely reads the NFC chip (CHIP) embedded in electronic identity documents such as passports, ID cards, and residence permits. By simply holding the document near the phone, the app extracts personal data (like name, date of birth, nationality) and biometric data (such as the holder's photo) directly from the contactless chip, ensuring fast, accurate, and secure identity verification.

About

Wave Passport

This app transforms your iPhone and Apple Watch into a secure digital key for compatible door access systems. Authenticate with Face ID and tap to unlock doors without needing a physical badge or card. It offers real-time proximity indication and works even when internet connectivity is lost.

Highlights
  • iPhone and Apple Watch door unlocking
  • Face ID/biometric verification
  • Real-time proximity indicator
  • Multi-door entrance support
  • One-time rotating credentials
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Wave Passport turns your iPhone and Apple Watch into a secure door access credential. Walk up to a compatible Wave reader, authenticate with Face ID, and tap to unlock — no physical badge or key card needed. UNLOCK FROM YOUR PHONE OR YOUR WRIST • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) door unlocking from iPhone or Apple Watch • Face ID / biometric verification before every unlock • Instant grant or deny feedback with the reason, right on your screen • Apple Watch companion app unlocks doors without taking out your phone BUILT FOR REAL FACILITIES • Smooth, steady real-time proximity indicator shows your signal to nearby readers • Multi-door entrances: the app automatically picks the door you're standing at • One-time rotating credentials — every unlock uses a fresh code that can't be replayed • Works even when the facility's internet is down SIMPLE, SECURE ENROLLMENT • Enroll yourself with your facility's Site ID and member number, or scan a QR code from the front desk • Just joined? If your facility hasn't synced your membership yet, the app refreshes it for you and tells you what it's doing instead of leaving you guessing • Your credential syncs to your Apple Watch automatically • Everything is stored in the iOS Keychain — credentials never leave your devices unprotected Wave Passport works at facilities equipped with Wave Passport / SKBluTag readers and requires an active membership with a participating provider. Ask your gym or facility if they support Wave Passport.

Screenshots

VisoGo (eID document reader)4 screens
Wave Passport4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Wave Passport at every 5 days against VisoGo (eID document reader)'s every 6 months. Wave Passport also leads on device support (3 vs 1). VisoGo (eID document reader)'s advantage is iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). 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

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

VisoGo (eID document reader) ships an update every 6 months, Wave Passport every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
VisoGo (eID document reader) versus Wave Passport: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVisoGo (eID document reader)Wave Passport
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB4 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperIncertLeo Lebel

In-app purchases

None

VisoGo (eID document reader)

No in-app purchases

None

Wave Passport

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VisoGo (eID document reader) free?
VisoGo (eID document reader) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wave Passport free?
Wave Passport is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VisoGo (eID document reader) or Wave Passport have ads?
Neither VisoGo (eID document reader) nor Wave Passport shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VisoGo (eID document reader) or Wave Passport?
VisoGo (eID document reader) ships an update every 6 months, and Wave Passport every 5 days. Most recently, VisoGo (eID document reader) was updated on October 5, 2026 and Wave Passport on September 28, 2026.

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