Comparison

SpoolTags vs TagWriter4CFS Mobile

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SpoolTags

Features
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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.

About

TagWriter4CFS Mobile

This utility app streamlines filament tag creation for 3D printing. It connects to your printer to fetch live spool data, allowing you to quickly generate accurate tags with material, color, and spool status information. Reduce manual entry and keep your filament organized with this reliable tool.

Highlights
  • Create consistent filament tags
  • Fetch live CFS slot data
  • Review material, color, and spool status
  • Write tags in a few taps
  • Reduce manual entry
  • Organize filament setup
Features
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TagWriter4CFS helps you create consistent filament tags using Drop down lists or even from live CFS slot data from your printer. Enter your printer IP, fetch current slot information, and review material, colour, and spool status before writing. Select any slot, copy its data, and write a tag in just a few taps. Built for day-to-day reliability, TagWriter4CFS reduces manual entry and helps prevent mismatched tag details. Whether you run one spool or multiple CFS units, you can produce accurate tags faster and keep your filament setup organised. Requires compatible CFS/printer data access and tag-writing hardware.

Screenshots

SpoolTags4 screens
TagWriter4CFS Mobile4 screens

Verdict

The call

SpoolTags and TagWriter4CFS Mobile are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SpoolTags sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TagWriter4CFS Mobile sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
SpoolTags versus TagWriter4CFS Mobile: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpoolTagsTagWriter4CFS Mobile
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAndrew Jeffriesrob coops

In-app purchases

1 purchases

SpoolTags

One-time1
  • Lifetime unlock$5.99
1 purchases

TagWriter4CFS Mobile

One-time1
  • Unlock Write Access.$3.99

Questions

Is SpoolTags free?
SpoolTags is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TagWriter4CFS Mobile free?
TagWriter4CFS Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SpoolTags or TagWriter4CFS Mobile have ads?
Neither SpoolTags nor TagWriter4CFS Mobile shows ads.

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