Smart NFC vs Tagtory
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smart NFC
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Put website links, text or Wi-Fi details on compatible NFC tags. Smart NFC helps you read tags, check capacity before writing and reuse saved templates. Key features • Fast NFC tag reading • Write URL, text, Wi-Fi, phone, SMS, location, and custom data • Check capacity and byte size before writing • View tag status: writable, locked, and capacity • History for read and created tags • Save and reuse tag templates • Customize tags with colors, emoji, and SF Symbols Tag support varies by device and record type. Writing Wi-Fi details does not guarantee automatic connection. Lifetime Access Try NFC reading and writing free. Lifetime Access unlocks unlimited reading and writing, advanced tag types, history, templates, and customization with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions. No ads.
Tagtory
Easily organize physical items using NFC tags. Tap your phone to a tag to see what's inside, write custom data to tags, and link them to detailed item records with photos and notes. Features iCloud backup and offline functionality.
- Scan NFC tags to view item details
- Register custom data on NFC tags
- Link tags to item records with photos/notes
- Group items with custom icons/colors
- Track scan locations with GPS
- iCloud backup and restore
- Peer-to-peer item sharing
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Tagtory is the easiest way to organize your physical belongings using NFC tags. SCAN & ORGANIZE Simply tap your iPhone on an NFC tag to instantly see what's inside that box, drawer, or container. No more guessing or opening every bin to find what you need. REGISTER CUSTOM TAGS Write NFC tags with your own data. Label storage containers, tool boxes, moving boxes, and more. Each tag links to a detailed item record with photos, notes, and location. SMART ORGANIZATION • Group items into categories with custom icons and colors • Add photos to remember what things look like • Track scan locations on a map with GPS • Drag and drop to reorder items and groups • Search across all your items instantly ICLOUD BACKUP & RESTORE Back up your entire organization system to iCloud and restore it anytime. Choose from three restore modes — keep local data, use iCloud data, or do a full restore. Your data is always safe in your private iCloud account. SHARE WITH OTHERS Share items with family members or roommates using peer-to-peer sharing — including photos. Perfect for shared storage spaces. No internet required. BUILT FOR YOU • Guided onboarding to get started in seconds • Light and dark mode support • NFC sticker buying guide with product recommendations • Works completely offline — no account or internet needed PERFECT FOR • Home organization and decluttering • Moving and packing • Garage and workshop storage • Craft and hobby supplies • Seasonal decoration storage • Office supply management FREE TO START Get started with up to 10 NFC tags, 3 groups, and 1 photo per item — free forever. Upgrade to Tagtory Pro for unlimited tags, groups, photos, and iCloud backup. PRIVACY FIRST All your data stays on your device and in your private iCloud account. We don't operate servers, run analytics, or track you. Your information is yours alone. Download Tagtory today and finally know exactly where everything is! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tagtory.app/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Tagtory at every 2 days against Smart NFC's every 2 months. 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. Smart NFC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Tagtory sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Smart NFC ships an update every 2 months, Tagtory every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Smart NFC | Tagtory |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 51 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Remi Herbiet | ZEYI YAN |
In-app purchases
Smart NFC
- NFC Pro$19.99
Tagtory
- Tagtory Pro Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
- Tagtory Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
- Tagtory Pro Lifetime$39.99









