PhotoTagger vs TonfotosSync
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PhotoTagger
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While modern cameras already know most of the settings a photographer is using, including which lens is being attached with which aperture, etc., there's currently no way to determine which filters have been attached to the lens. Since I want my photos in my Lightroom library to have certain keywords for the filters I used, it was always a hassle to get that right in the aftermath. This is where PhotoTagger comes into place. With the iOS app a photographer can quickly select the attached filters and save them as tags (aka keywords) referencing the currently taken image. Additionally there's the option to also add title, headline, and description, which comes in handy when someone tells you which kind of bird it is you're photographing right now. No need to open another notes app in order to remember this, and it's all stored directly to the photo you're taking. After importing the images into your photo library, a file can be exported from the app that contains the image names and the tags added. If you're using Adobe® Lightroom® Classic, you can import this file directly with the help of the provided, free Lightroom plug-in into your Lightroom library, so that your photos are correctly tagged. If you're using some other app, it may also be possible to import the file, since it's a simple text file which can easily be read and parsed. The iOS app is designed to be able to quickly select the buttons when in the field and to not disturb with bright light when taking photos in the night. For that there's only one fixed dark mode available and big buttons that are not common in other iOS apps, but help touching, especially when using gloves. The automatic mode is tested with a modern Nikon camera and the SnapBridge companion app.
TonfotosSync
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Back up your photos safely — without the cloud TonfotosSync automatically saves your photos to your own PC or NAS — no subscriptions, no tracking, no third-party servers. Your memories stay yours. Why choose TonfotosSync? • No cloud required – your photos never leave your control • No subscriptions – store unlimited photos for free • 100% private – direct encrypted transfer, no intermediaries • Simple setup – connect your phone with a QR code in seconds How it works Install Tonfotos on your PC or Mac Scan a QR code from your phone Tap one button — your backup starts That’s it. Smart & automatic backup • Automatically detects new photos • Never duplicates files • Resumes from where it stopped • Works in the background (when supported) Backup from anywhere Not at home? No problem. TonfotosSync can back up your photos over the internet — no complex setup, no VPN required. Perfect for families Connect multiple phones and build a shared family photo archive in one place. Powered by Tonfotos TonfotosSync works together with Tonfotos — a powerful photo manager for PC and Mac: • Browse photos by timeline, folders, or map • Find people with advanced face recognition • Organize your entire photo archive effortlessly Download Tonfotos here: https://tonfotos.com Start backing up your photos today — and keep your memories safe, private, and under your control.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: TonfotosSync at every 4 weeks against PhotoTagger's every 7 months. TonfotosSync also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
PhotoTagger ships an update every 7 months, TonfotosSync every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PhotoTagger | TonfotosSync |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Karsten Silkenbaeumer | Andrey Isaev |
In-app purchases
PhotoTagger
No in-app purchases
TonfotosSync
No in-app purchases









