Side by side
Experian IDnotify vs ID Assist
Both stand on identity theft protection services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
IDnotify combines identity monitoring with restoration support, while Select and Premier add credit monitoring and insurance. Compare plan features carefully because coverage varies by version.
Visit Experian IDnotifyChoose ID Assist if you want identity monitoring that covers personal details and Canadian credit data, with alerts and restoration support. Its Password Manager adds vaults, autofill, generation, and encrypted-link sharing. Consider the master-password recovery limit and the lack of identity-theft insurance when weighing it against your needs.
Visit ID AssistThe facts
| Experian IDnotify | ID Assist | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | Not published |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, Extension, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | IDnotify Essential: $9.99 a month | Not published |
| Plans published | 3 | None |
| Maker | Not published | ID Assist |
| Website | experian.com | idassist.com |
| On identity theft protection services | #15 of 25 | #11 of 25 |
Experian IDnotify: what it does well
- Scans thousands of dark web sites for personal information matches.
- Premier monitors credit files from three bureaus daily.
- Digital wallet can help cancel and replace lost wallet details.
- App provides alerts and account access on the go.
What to know first
- Features vary by product version.
- Family plan costs an additional $10 per month.
- Child protection costs an additional $5 per month on Select and Premier.
ID Assist: what it does well
- Monitors personal details online and on the dark web.
- Pulls credit data from Equifax and TransUnion.
- Alerts are available by email, text, or mobile app.
- Canadian restoration representatives are available 24/7.
- Password Manager includes autofill and password generation.
What to know first
- Identity-theft insurance is not included.
- A forgotten Password Manager master password cannot be recovered.
- The service is paid.
Alternatives to Experian IDnotify Alternatives to ID Assist The whole list