Head-to-head · Biometric Authentication Software
1Kosmos BlockID vs 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 ↗ |
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| 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 | ||
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| 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,… Read the review → |
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,… Read the review → |
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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