# ntfy vs TextTags

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ntfy at none against TextTags's 4. ntfy also leads on ratings volume (469 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). TextTags's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TextTags sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. ntfy asks for nothing beyond the download.

TextTags holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ntfy has 469 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | ntfy | TextTags |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (469 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ntfy/id1625396347/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texttags/id6806004125/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **469** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 78.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 3 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Philipp Heckel](https://appshunter.io/developer/1625396349) | [Daedalus onWing](https://appshunter.io/developer/454707813) |

## What reviewers say

### ntfy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ntfy/id1625396347)

This app allows you to send push notifications to your phone from scripts or other applications using simple HTTP requests. It acts as a client for a free, open-source pub-sub service, enabling you to receive alerts and updates directly on your device.

**Highlights:** Send notifications via REST API, Subscribe to topics, Publish messages via HTTP, Integrates with Bash/PowerShell, Free and open source client

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and easy to use
- 🔒 Great for self-hosting
- 👍 Reliable and works as expected
- 🚀 Quick and easy to set up
- 🚀 Lightweight and functional

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Notification issues on iOS
- 🔍 Limited features compared to other platforms
- 🔍 Lacks customization options
- 🐛 Occasional crashes or delivery issues

**Reported bugs**

- Notifications not working on iOS
- Broken click URLs in notifications
- Compatibility issues with iOS notification summarizing

**Requested features**

- Ability to change notification sounds
- Support for Apple Watch
- Customizable topic names/aliases
- Improved iOS notification handling
- All topics view and read/unread indicators


### TextTags

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/texttags/id6806004125)

This app allows you to create custom QR code tags for your belongings. Anyone scanning the tag can send you a notification without needing an app, and you receive alerts instantly. It offers safety features and options to order physical tags.

**Highlights:** Custom QR code tag creation, Instant notifications from scanners, No app required for senders, AI safety filter for content, Order physical stickers and merchandise, Per-tag safety and reply controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 TextTags | $5.99 | one-time |
| 5 TextTags | $8.99 | one-time |
| 10 TextTags | $14.99 | one-time |
| 20 TextTags | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ntfy free?

ntfy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TextTags free?

TextTags is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ntfy or TextTags?

TextTags is rated higher. ntfy averages 4.8 out of 5 from 469 ratings, while TextTags averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ntfy or TextTags have ads?

Neither ntfy nor TextTags shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*