Comparison

Port & Cable Identifier vs Tangle

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

Head to head
About

Port & Cable Identifier

Features
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Stop guessing what that cable or port does. Port & Cable Identifier uses AI to identify any cable, port, or connector from a photo—get the type, specs, compatibility, and how to use it in seconds. Perfect for technicians, students, gamers, and anyone with a drawer full of mystery cables. Subscription required. Instant identification Take a photo or upload one from your gallery. The app recognizes cables, ports, and connector types, with specs and compatibility details. The system is trained on a wide range of cables and ports: USB, HDMI, audio, power, network, and specialty connectors. Specs and compatibility See pinout diagrams, voltage ratings, and data transfer speeds. Check compatibility, adapter needs, and usage tips. Compare similar cables and connector variants in one place. Use it anywhere Identify cables and ports at home, in the office, or in a store. Save favorites, add notes, and keep a simple inventory. Share results by message, email, or social media. Privacy first Photos are used only for identification and are processed securely. We don’t collect or share your personal data and don’t keep your images after we’re done. Always up to date We keep the database and recognition up to date with new cables, ports, connector types, specs, and compatibility information. Who it’s for • IT pros and technicians who need fast cable and port ID • Students learning connectors and electronics • Gamers and enthusiasts managing cables and adapters • Anyone who wants to know what that cable or port in the drawer actually is Subscription Unlimited scans and full access to specs and features are included with a weekly or yearly subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. You can cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Pricing may vary by region. Privacy: https://sites.google.com/view/cable-identifier-privacypolicy/home Terms: https://sites.google.com/view/cable-identifier-termsofuse/home Download Port & Cable Identifier and identify any cable or port in seconds.

About

Tangle

Features
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Stop untangling mystery cables. Tangle lets you tag every charger and cable with what it belongs to and where it's stored, so you never again waste time plugging in the wrong cable or hunting through a drawer. - Tag a cable with a name, device, and cable type (USB-C, Lightning, HDMI, etc.) - Note where it lives (kitchen drawer, office desk, travel bag) - Attach a photo so you can recognize it at a glance - Search instantly by device or storage spot - Works entirely offline: nothing leaves your device Free plan: tag up to 3 cables. Tangle Pro ($2.99 one-time): unlimited tagged cables and photo attachments, no subscription.

Screenshots

Port & Cable Identifier4 screens
Tangle2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Tangle at 17.0 against Port & Cable Identifier's 26.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Port & Cable Identifier sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Tangle sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
Port & Cable Identifier versus Tangle: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPort & Cable IdentifierTangle
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTilak ShakyaJoshua Deitel

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Port & Cable Identifier

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium Access$3.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium Access$29.991 Year
1 purchases

Tangle

One-time1
  • Tangle Pro$2.99

Questions

Is Port & Cable Identifier free?
Port & Cable Identifier is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tangle free?
Tangle is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Port & Cable Identifier or Tangle have ads?
Neither Port & Cable Identifier nor Tangle shows ads.

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