Spool Zone vs SpoolTags
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Spool Zone
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【Key Features】 • Inventory Tracking: Keep track of your filament stock at all times and restock promptly to avoid running out • Usage History: Detailed records of filament usage per print for easy cost tracking • Cost Tracking: Accurately track the cost per gram of filament to make printing more economical • Categorized Management: Organize filaments by type, color, and other criteria • Data Sync: Cloud storage and multi-device access ensure your data is never lost 【Member Benefits】 • Add an unlimited number of consumables 【Official Website】 • https://spool.zone Make every print effortless and ensure every gram of consumable is used to its full potential!
SpoolTags
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Never lose track of your 3D printer filament again. SpoolTags helps you organize, track, and manage all your filament spools with QR codes and NFC tags. SMART ORGANIZATION • Automatically group spools by manufacturer, material, variant, and color • Track starting weight, current weight, and empty spool weight • Get low-stock alerts when filament is running low • Archive finished spools to keep your library clean EASY IDENTIFICATION • Generate printable QR code label sheets (A4 format) • Scan QR codes to instantly find or create spool records • Support for NFC tags as backup identifiers (iOS) • Human-readable slugs like "brisk-wolf-0427" for quick reference SYNC EVERYWHERE • iCloud sync keeps your spool library updated across all devices • Works on iPhone, iPad, and Mac • Export to CSV for spreadsheet analysis PRINT-READY LABELS • Generate professional label sheets with QR codes • Multiple labels per spool (for spool sides, AMS cards, and spares) • A4 template optimized for standard label paper FREE TO START • Track up to 10 active spools for free • Archived spools don't count toward your limit • One-time purchase to unlock unlimited spools Perfect for makers, hobbyists, and anyone with a growing filament collection. Stop guessing what's on your spools and start tracking with SpoolTags.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Spool Zone at 13.0 against SpoolTags's 17.0. 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. Spool Zone sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and SpoolTags sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Spool Zone | SpoolTags |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 84 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 玉文 赵 | Andrew Jeffries |
In-app purchases
Spool Zone
- SpoolZoneAir$4.99
- Lifetime Membership$7.99
- SpoolZonePro$7.99
SpoolTags
- Lifetime unlock$5.99









