Comparison

Tagtory vs TapStash

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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

About

TapStash

Features
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TapStash turns your storage boxes, bins, and totes into smart containers. Stick an NFC tag on any box, tap your phone to it, and instantly see everything stored inside — no more opening every box to find what you need. Write a tag and attach it to a container. Add items, notes, and photos in the app. Next time you need something, just tap your phone to the tag — it opens straight to that container's contents. KEY FEATURES • NFC tag writing and scanning • Organize storage into totes with photos and notes • Home screen widgets — see your totes without opening the app • Export to PDF or CSV — great for insurance inventory or moving • Import from Encircle or Sortly • Works fully offline — no account or subscription required PERFECT FOR Moving — label every box and know exactly where everything is. Storage units — find anything without digging. Home inventory — keep records for insurance. Seasonal storage — know what's in every bin before pulling it down. Your data stays on your device. No cloud, no subscriptions.

Screenshots

Tagtory4 screens
TapStash4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TapStash at none against Tagtory's 3. TapStash also leads on iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). Tagtory's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Tagtory sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. TapStash asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tagtory ships an update every 2 days, TapStash every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Tagtory versus TapStash: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTagtoryTapStash
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB104 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZEYI YANArdinGate Studios LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Tagtory

Subscriptions2
  • Tagtory Pro Monthly1 Month trial$2.991 Month
  • Tagtory Pro Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tagtory Pro Lifetime$39.99
None

TapStash

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tagtory free?
Tagtory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TapStash free?
TapStash is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Tagtory or TapStash have ads?
Neither Tagtory nor TapStash shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tagtory or TapStash?
Tagtory ships an update every 2 days, and TapStash every 2 months. Most recently, Tagtory was updated on October 31, 2026 and TapStash on October 31, 2026.

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