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Head-to-head · Biometric Authentication Software

1Kosmos BlockID vs VeridiumID

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score 1Kosmos BlockID #2 in Biometric Authentication Software 8.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 1 features Visit 1Kosmos
VeridiumID #6 in Biometric Authentication Software 8.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 1 of 1 features Visit VeridiumID

1Kosmos BlockID leads on 0 checks, VeridiumID on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest score1Kosmos BlockID · 8.8/10

1Kosmos BlockID scores higher on our rubric for biometric authentication software: 8.8 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

On deployment model, VeridiumID gives you Hybrid where 1Kosmos BlockID offers Cloud.

1Kosmos BlockID is the better fit for enterprise passwordless biometric workforce access. VeridiumID is the better fit for multimodal biometric deployments.

  • 1Kosmos BlockID fits best

    Enterprise passwordless biometric workforce access

  • VeridiumID fits best

    Multimodal biometric deployments

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Side by side

Feature 1Kosmos BlockID 8.8/10 Visit ↗ VeridiumID 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.4
Ranking #2 in Biometric Authentication Software #6 in Biometric Authentication Software
Best for Enterprise passwordless biometric workforce access Multimodal biometric deployments
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile, Desktop Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, iOS, Android
Support Tickets, Docs Email, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA
Integrations 50+ integrations 12 integrations
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Enterprise, Mid-market
Features 1Kosmos BlockID 1/1 · VeridiumID 1/1
Audit logs ✓ ✓
Specs
Biometric methods facial biometrics, fingerprint, Touch ID, Face ID, LiveID Fingerprint, facial recognition, VFace, Four-Fingers ID, Touch ID, Face ID, desktop fingerprint sensors
Deployment model Cloud Hybrid
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, web browsers Web, Windows, iOS, Android, mobile devices, computers, tablets
SDK languages NodeJS, PHP, Java, .NET Swift, Objective-C, Java 8, Kotlin
Included users Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Facial, fingerprint, Touch ID, Face ID, and FIDO2 authentication
  • Supports shared workstations and offline authentication
  • Integrates with Okta, Entra ID, SAP, Workday, VPNs, and more
  • Supports fingerprint, facial, behavioral, device-native, QR, and FIDO methods
  • Connects with major identity, productivity, CRM, and SIEM platforms
  • Offers hybrid deployment, mobile SDKs, orchestration, and audit reporting
Cons
  • Pricing requires contact with sales
  • Cloud deployment may not fit self-hosted requirements
  • Detailed platform support varies by integration
  • Pricing requires contact with sales or a demo request
  • Its broad feature set may exceed needs for single-method deployments
  • Custom mobile app SDK support is focused on Android and iOS
Our verdict

1Kosmos BlockID is a passwordless identity and authentication platform for workers, customers, and citizens. It combines facial biometrics through LiveID, fingerprint authentication through 1Key, FIDO2 credentials, identity verification,…

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VeridiumID is an enterprise authentication platform for employees, customers, and transactions. It combines fingerprint and facial authentication with Veridium VFace facial biometrics, Four-Fingers ID contactless fingerprint recognition,…

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  1. 1Kosmos BlockIDBiometric Authentication Software 8.8Pricing on request
  2. VeridiumIDBiometric Authentication Software 8.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • 1Kosmos BlockID — where it wins

    • Facial, fingerprint, Touch ID, Face ID, and FIDO2 authentication
    • Supports shared workstations and offline authentication
    • Integrates with Okta, Entra ID, SAP, Workday, VPNs, and more

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contact with sales
    • Cloud deployment may not fit self-hosted requirements
    • Detailed platform support varies by integration
  • VeridiumID — where it wins

    • Supports fingerprint, facial, behavioral, device-native, QR, and FIDO methods
    • Connects with major identity, productivity, CRM, and SIEM platforms
    • Offers hybrid deployment, mobile SDKs, orchestration, and audit reporting

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contact with sales or a demo request
    • Its broad feature set may exceed needs for single-method deployments
    • Custom mobile app SDK support is focused on Android and iOS
  • 1Kosmos BlockID8.8/10 · Pricing on request

    Enterprise passwordless access combining biometrics, FIDO2, identity verification, and integrations.

    Visit 1KosmosFull verdict →
  • VeridiumID8.4/10 · Pricing on request

    A hybrid enterprise platform for multimodal biometrics, passwordless MFA, and identity assurance.

    Visit VeridiumIDFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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