Banking apps and GrapheneOS compatibility:
My personal tests and experiences
- Revolut:
- Compatibility: Fully functional on GrapheneOS.
- User experience: Users report that Revolut works well without Google Play Services. Installation is straightforward and all functions, including account management, transfers and notifications, are usable.
- WISE:
- Compatibility:
- User experience:
- UBS:
- Compatibility:
- User experience:
- Savings bank:
- Compatibility: Limited functionality.
- User experience: The Sparkasse app can be installed, but some functions, especially those that require Google Play Services, may be limited. Basic banking transactions are possible, but push notifications may be missing.
- NEON
- Compatibility:
- User experience:
- Migro Bank:
- Compatibility:
- User experience:
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- Monzo:
- Compatibility: Works with some restrictions.
- User experience: Monzo can be installed and used for basic banking functions. However, some features that are dependent on Google Play Services may not be available. Users often come to terms with these limitations in favor of increased security.
- N26:
- Compatibility: Fully functional with a bypass solution.
- User experience: N26 can be effectively used by installing the app via the Aurora Store or by sideloading. Users must use MicroG (an open-source implementation of Google Play Services) to enable push notifications and some other features.
- Starling Bank:
- Compatibility: Limited functionality.
- User experience: The app can be installed, but some features that rely on Google Play Services may not work. Basic banking operations are possible, but for a complete experience, users may need to consider alternatives or partial workarounds.
- ING:
- Compatibility: Works with restrictions.
- User experience: User experience: The ING Banking app can be installed on GrapheneOS, but some functions that require Google Play Services may be limited. Users report that basic banking functions such as transfers and account balance inquiries work.
- Deutsche Bank:
- Compatibility: Compatibility: Limited functionality.
- User experience: The Deutsche Bank app can be installed, but some security features and notifications may be missing. MicroG may be required for full functionality.
- Commerzbank:
- Compatibility: Works with restrictions.
- User experience: The Commerzbank app can be installed, but here too there may be restrictions on functions that use Google Play Services. Basic banking transactions are still possible.
- DKB (Deutsche Kreditbank):
- Compatibility: Limited functionality.
- User experience: The DKB app can be installed on GrapheneOS, but some functions may be limited. Users report that basic functions such as bank transfers work, but push notifications may be missing.
- Santander:
- Compatibility: Works with restrictions.
- User experience: The Santander app can be installed and used, but here too there may be limitations with functions based on Google Play Services. Some users have reported that the app is stable, while others have encountered problems.
- Barclays:
- Compatibility: Compatibility: Works with restrictions.
- User experience: The Barclays app can be installed, but some functions that rely on Google Play Services may not be available. Basic banking transactions are still possible.
Tips for improving compatibility:
- Google Services Sandbox GrapheneOS: Using G-Apps for profile isolated
- Aurora Store: Use the Aurora Store to download and update apps. It enables anonymous access to the Google Play Store.
- Regular updates: Make sure that both GrapheneOS and your apps are updated regularly to benefit from the latest security patches and feature improvements.
Conclusion: While GrapheneOS offers unrivaled security and privacy, app compatibility can vary, especially with banking apps. With some workarounds and customizations, many popular banking apps can be used effectively. By choosing the right apps and using tools like MicroG and Aurora Store, you can enjoy secure banking on GrapheneOS without making significant compromises.
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