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Comparison with other solutions
Henrik Lepson edited this page 2021-12-06 22:16:09 +02:00
Comparison of our app with competing authentication and signing solutions:
| Our app | Mobile-ID | Smart-ID | AusweisApp2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Identity confirmation method | The app reads the ID-card using NFC technology | User needs to confirm a code sent via a mobile text message | A confirmation code needs to be confirmed in the app | The app reads the ID-card using NFC technology |
| Technical requirements | Our mobile authentication app, NFC enabled Android device | Mobile device, special SIM-card | Mobile device with the Smart-ID app and account, web connection | NFC-enabled mobile device with the AusweisApp2 app |
| ID-card requirements | Estonian ID-card with an NFC chip | Estonian ID-card with special contracts signed with the PPA and phone service provider | Estonian, Latvian or Lithuanian ID-card | An eID-card or e-residence permit with the online ID function enabled |
| Other limitations | Currently Android-specific | Minimum user age is 15, mobile-ID certificates last for 5 years, small monthly fee | Each device needs a separate account, which lasts for 3 years | None |
| Extras | Biometric authentication support (not as of yet) | Allows the mobile device to be used to authenticate or sign documents on a PC | Biometric authentication support | App allows the mobile device to be used as a card reader for another device |