Editorial overview
Aggregated Overview
Official materials document passwordless workforce authentication, identity proofing, mobile SDKs, and enterprise integrations. Public reviewer comments often value authentication convenience, while some describe setup complexity, integration planning, or occasional connection issues. The scores ass
This profile combines documented product information and independent evidence where available. It is not a hands-on test unless TechZella explicitly identifies one.
Decision guide1Kosmos BlockID Decision Snapshot
A quick way to understand who this product may suit, where its limits matter, and which facts are most relevant before you compare alternatives.
Best suited toOrganizations seeking to replace password-based workforce or customer sign-in with biometric, passkey, QR, or other passwordless authentication, especially where identity proofing and existing identity-provider integrations matter.
Look elsewhere ifIndividuals or teams looking for a conventional password manager that stores, generates, and shares website passwords. BlockID is focused on identity verification and authentication, and its workforce deployment can require directory, workstation, and policy configuration, and should evaluate alternatives such as Okta Workforce Identity Cloud or Microsoft Entra ID instead.
PlatformsAndroid, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows
TechZella assessment7.6/10
Overview
1Kosmos BlockID is an identity and authentication platform for workforce and customer access. Its focus is passwordless sign-in, identity proofing, and authentication methods such as biometrics, passkeys, QR codes, and one-time passcodes.
BlockID is not a traditional password manager: the public materials describe identity verification and authentication, not a vault for saving and sharing website credentials. Buyers should assess it as an IAM component and confirm how it fits their existing directory, SSO, and workstation setup.
Decision context1Kosmos BlockID — What Sets It Apart?
These are the product-specific differences that may matter when deciding whether the software fits your workflow. They are based on documented evidence rather than a universal ranking.
- Combines identity proofing and passwordless authentication rather than functioning as a password vault.
- Documents support for shared workstations and phone-restricted frontline environments, including a Windows credential provider and a Linux PAM module.
- Offers developer SDKs for server-side environments and native Android and iOS apps.
6 key claims verifiedOur editorial team checked this profile against company information, vendor documentation, product documentation. Supported by 6 documented sources.
Editorial assessment1Kosmos BlockID Pros & Cons
Pros
- Combines identity proofing and passwordless authentication in one platform.
- Documents integrations with established identity and enterprise application ecosystems.
- Offers developer SDKs for server-side applications and native mobile applications.
- Addresses shared-workstation and phone-restricted workforce use cases.
Cons
- The public AWS Marketplace Workforce offer has a substantial annual price and a fixed 1,000-user block.
- The documented Windows workstation integration requires domain-joined devices and an Entra ID tenant.
- Mobile SDK and demo access requires contacting the vendor.
- Public reviewers mention setup complexity and occasional connection or timeout issues.
Operational limits1Kosmos BlockID Gotchas & Operational Limits
These are documented constraints or practical friction points that may matter before you adopt the product.
AWS Marketplace lists a 12-month Workforce contract for a fixed 1,000-user block at $60,000, with non-cancellable, non-refundable order terms.
The listed offer creates a substantial annual commitment and may not match smaller deployments or variable user counts.
Evidence source ↗The Azure Marketplace workstation integration requires an Entra ID tenant, and Windows login support requires domain-joined workstations.
Organizations relying on standalone local Windows accounts cannot use that documented workstation-login configuration as described.
Evidence source ↗The mobile SDK documentation says developers must request SDK and demo access from 1Kosmos.
Teams should confirm access and implementation prerequisites before planning a native-app integration.
Evidence source ↗ Plans & pricing1Kosmos BlockID Pricing & Plans
BlockID Workforce, AWS Marketplace 1,000-user offer
$60,000
12 months
Annual contract for 1,000 users. The listing also presents 24- and 36-month contracts with stated discounts. Additional AWS infrastructure costs may apply; orders are non-cancellable and fees are non-refundable.
Check current pricing →Pricing may change. Verify current plans on the vendor's website.
Cost contextTotal Cost & Hidden Costs
Additional costs or implementation requirements that are documented in the available evidence.
AWS Marketplace Workforce subscription
The listed 12-month contract is $60,000 for 1,000 users. AWS infrastructure costs may apply, and the listing says orders are non-cancellable and fees non-refundable.
Evidence source ↗Additional user capacity
The listed Workforce option covers 1,000 users; additional capacity must be arranged through the vendor.
Evidence source ↗ Compare options1Kosmos BlockID Competitors & Alternatives
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Direct competitors
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Capabilities1Kosmos BlockID Features
Authentication
- Passwordless authentication
- Biometric authentication
- Passkey registration and authentication
- QR-based, push, TOTP, and offline OTP options documented for workforce sign-in
Identity Proofing
- Identity-document scanning and registration
- Document verification and liveness functions documented in the mobile SDK
- Identity proofing workflows for onboarding
Integrations and Development
- Documented integrations include Microsoft Entra, Okta, Atlassian, and Jira Service Management
- Developer SDKs for Node.js, PHP, Java, and .NET
- Native mobile SDKs for Android and iOS
Workforce Access
- Workstation authentication for Windows, Linux, and macOS
- Shared-workstation support described for frontline environments
- Documented integration options for Active Directory, SSO platforms, VPNs, and enterprise applications
Product details1Kosmos BlockID Specifications
| Deployment | SaaS, with workstation components and mobile SDK integrations |
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| API and SDK | BlockID API; SDKs documented for Node.js, PHP, Java, .NET, Android, and iOS |
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| Directory and application integrations | Active Directory, Microsoft Entra, Okta, Atlassian, Jira Service Management, SSO, and VPN integrations are documented |
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| Workforce contract example | $60,000 per 12 months for 1,000 users through AWS Marketplace |
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| Free trial | No general workforce free trial verified; vendor demo available and SDK/demo access is requested from 1Kosmos |
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| Windows workstation requirement | Domain-joined workstations required for the documented Azure Marketplace configuration; local accounts are not supported |
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Our evidence-based assessmentTechZella Score
A proprietary editorial score based on product capabilities, usability, value, performance, support and user sentiment evidence.
7.6/10Moderate confidence
Official materials document passwordless workforce authentication, identity proofing, mobile SDKs, and enterprise integrations. Public reviewer comments often value authentication convenience, while some describe setup complexity, integration planning, or occasional connection issues. The scores assess available evidence, not hands-on testing.
Methodology v1.0. The assessment weighs feature coverage (25%), ease of use (15%), value for money (20%), performance (15%), support (10%) and user sentiment (15%), using researched product evidence and verified review evidence where available. It is a TechZella editorial assessment, not a direct user-review average.
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Our Review Methodology
Key claims are linked to the sources used to verify them. This evidence record is separate from third-party user ratings.
TechZella evaluates software using documented product capabilities, pricing information, usability and value considerations, independent user evidence where available, and competitive context. The assessment is an editorial review, not a hands-on test unless one is explicitly identified. Our editorial assessment is based on 6 documented sources.
What TechZella adds- Combines identity proofing and passwordless authentication rather than functioning as a password vault.
- Documents support for shared workstations and phone-restricted frontline environments, including a Windows credential provider and a Linux PAM module.
- Offers developer SDKs for server-side environments and native Android and iOS apps.
Important limitations- The public AWS Marketplace Workforce offer is a fixed 1,000-user contract, and buyers needing more capacity must arrange it with 1Kosmos.
- The Azure Marketplace integration requires an Entra ID tenant; Windows workstation login requires domain-joined devices, and local accounts are not supported.
- Public reviewer comments include reports of complex initial configuration, integration planning, and occasional login timeouts.
Evidence-backed claims1Kosmos was established in 2018.The company About page gives 2018 as its establishment year.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-08BlockID supports passwordless access across workforce systems and applications.The product page lists Active Directory, Entra ID, SSO platforms, VPNs, operating systems, and pre-built application connectors.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-081Kosmos documents integrations with Microsoft Entra, Okta, Atlassian, and Jira Service Management.The official integration library lists these services and identifies SAML or OIDC for several listed connectors.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-08BlockID provides developer SDKs for Node.js, PHP, Java, and .NET.The developer portal lists those SDK environments and describes their use with the BlockID API.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-08BlockID mobile SDKs support Android and iOS applications.The mobile SDK documentation describes native Android and iOS integration, account onboarding, document functions, and passkey registration and authentication.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-08AWS Marketplace lists a 1,000-user Workforce contract for $60,000 per 12 months.The AWS Marketplace Workforce listing shows the annual cost for the 1,000-user option and describes multi-year contract choices.
View source ↗Verified 2026-10-08 Independent review sources
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FAQ
Is 1Kosmos BlockID a password manager? No. The documented product centers on identity proofing and passwordless authentication, not storing or autofilling passwords in a credential vault.
What platforms does BlockID support? 1Kosmos documents workforce authentication for Windows, Linux, and macOS, and native mobile SDKs for Android and iOS.
Does BlockID have an API? Yes. The developer portal documents the BlockID API and SDKs for Node.js, PHP, Java, and .NET. Mobile SDKs are also documented for Android and iOS.
Does BlockID offer a free trial? A generally available workforce free trial was not verified. The company offers a demo, and developers are instructed to request access to SDKs and demo applications.
How much does BlockID cost? The AWS Marketplace Workforce offer lists $60,000 for a 12-month, 1,000-user contract. Other configurations may require a quote.
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