ACS MobileMate vs SpoolManager
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ACS MobileMate
This app demonstrates the capabilities of specific card readers, enabling mobile access to various applications. It showcases how these readers combine magnetic stripe and smart card functionality for on-the-go use.
- Demonstrates ACR31 Swipe reader functions
- Showcases ACR32 MobileMate capabilities
- Highlights ACR3201 MobileMate features
- Presents ACR35 NFC MobileMate functions
- Combines magnetic stripe and smart card reading
- Enables mobile application access
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The ACS MobileMate is an application provided by Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS) that aims to showcase the various functionalities of ACR31 Swipe, ACR32 MobileMate, ACR3201 MobileMate, and ACR35 NFC MobileMate Card Readers. ACR3x readers combine magnetic stripe card and smart card reader functionality with mobility in order to allow users to access various applications anytime, anywhere.
SpoolManager
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SpoolManager - Your Filament. Smartly Organized. Keep track of your filament spools, remaining amounts and printing data at all times. SpoolManager makes managing your 3D printing filament simple, fast and digital - with NFC/RFID tags, QR codes, an automatic shopping list and much more. -------------------- NFC/RFID & QR CODES -------------------- - Read and write NFC/RFID tags - Create and scan QR codes - Store filament data directly with your spool - Optimized for NFC tags, e.g. Anycubic ACE Pro - Quickly access material, color and other filament data -------------------- SPOOLS & INVENTORY -------------------- - Manufacturer, material and color - Remaining amount and spool weight - Printing temperatures and print parameters - Storage location and inventory - Price and purchase date - Edit, share and update your spools -------------------- AUTOMATIC SHOPPING LIST -------------------- - Automatically detect spools running low - Automatically add low-stock filament to your shopping list - Set your own remaining-filament threshold - Add items manually at any time -------------------- FILAMENT PROFILES -------------------- - Create custom material profiles - Save frequently used settings - Import and export profiles - Quickly switch between commonly used filaments -------------------- HISTORY, ARCHIVE & SEARCH -------------------- - Keep track of read and write history - Archive spools and reuse them later - Quickly search through your saved data -------------------- ICLOUD, APPLE WATCH & WIDGETS -------------------- - Optional iCloud sync across your devices - Quick access from your Apple Watch - Important information available in widgets -------------------- TRY FREE FOR 7 DAYS -------------------- Try SpoolManager free for 7 days and explore all its features. After your trial, unlock SpoolManager permanently with a one-time Lifetime purchase for $1.99 - no subscription. SpoolManager is made for everyone who wants to organize filament, keep track of remaining amounts and simplify their 3D printing workflow. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.pixel-project.de/spm/datenschutz_en.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ACS MobileMate at none against SpoolManager's 2. ACS MobileMate also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.0). SpoolManager's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 60 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
Both are free to download. SpoolManager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ACS MobileMate asks for nothing beyond the download.
ACS MobileMate ships an update every 60 months, SpoolManager every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ACS MobileMate | SpoolManager |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 60 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Requires iOS | 9.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 12 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Advanced Card Systems Ltd. | Norman Hennige |
In-app purchases
ACS MobileMate
No in-app purchases
SpoolManager
- Monatsabo$0.991 Month
- Jahresabo$8.991 Year
Questions
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