Seritag vs Tap.Giving
Seritag sells raw NFC tags that require design, encoding, and setup. Tap.Giving delivers a complete, church-ready giving solution. See why turnkey beats DIY every time.
The Real Difference
A generic NFC tag supplier vs a church giving solution
Seritag
Generic NFC Tag Supplier
- Sells raw, blank NFC PVC plate tags
- You must design your own artwork
- You choose and encode the NFC chip yourself
- QR codes are optional and DIY setup
- Landing page and giving platform setup not included
- Ships from UK (extra cost + customs delays)
Tap.Giving
Church-Specific Giving Solution
- Delivers fully configured NFC giving plates
- Custom branding designed for you (Pro/Max)
- NFC pre-encoded and ready to tap
- QR code backup built into every plate
- Works with any giving platform (Tithely, Subsplash, etc.)
- Free shipping within the US
Side-by-Side Comparison
See exactly how Seritag compares to Tap.Giving
| Feature | Seritag | Tap.Giving |
|---|---|---|
| Solution Type | Generic NFC supplier | Church-specific giving solution |
| Design & Branding | DIY (you provide artwork) | Included (we design for you) |
| NFC Encoding | Self-encode or pay extra | Pre-configured |
| QR Code Backup | Optional (DIY setup) | Built into every plate |
| Giving Platform Setup | Not included | Configured for your platform |
| Church Support | Generic NFC support | Church giving expertise |
| Shipping | Ships from UK (extra cost) | Free US shipping |
| Price per Plate (200 qty) | $3.19/tag + hidden costs | $4.00/plate all-in |
| Total Setup Time | 10+ hours DIY | 5 minutes |
True Cost Comparison: 200 Plates
Seritag's per-tag price looks cheaper until you add up the hidden costs
Seritag
200 PVC Plate Tags
Plus your time
10+ hours of DIY work
Design, encoding, testing, setup
Tap.Giving
200 NFC Giving Plates
You Save Up To
$1,138+
plus 10+ hours of your time
What DIY Actually Looks Like
Here is everything you would need to do yourself with Seritag tags
Choose the right NFC chip
Seritag offers NTAG213, NTAG215, NTAG424, ICODE SLIX, and ICODE SLIX 2. Do you know which one works best for giving? Most churches do not. Pick wrong and your tags may not work reliably with all phones.
Design your artwork
You need print-ready artwork for single-sided, full-color printing. That means hiring a designer or spending hours in design software yourself. Most churches do not have in-house designers.
Encode every tag
Each NFC tag needs to be individually encoded with the correct URL. You can either do this yourself with an NFC encoding app (one tag at a time) or pay Seritag extra for professional encoding.
Set up QR codes
Want a QR code backup for older phones? You will need to generate QR codes, integrate them into your design, and ensure they point to the right destination. Seritag can print them, but you handle the setup.
Build your landing page
The NFC tap and QR scan need to go somewhere. You need to set up a giving landing page or configure your existing platform. Seritag provides no help with this.
Wait 4+ weeks for production
Seritag's production time is approximately 4 weeks, plus international shipping from the UK. Factor in customs clearance and you could be waiting 5-6 weeks before you even start testing.
Test everything
Test every tag with multiple phone models. Verify QR codes scan correctly. Confirm the giving page loads and works. If something is wrong, you troubleshoot it yourself or start over.
With Tap.Giving, all of this is handled for you.
Your plates arrive pre-encoded, custom branded, with QR codes built in, and ready to stick on pews.
Why Churches Choose Tap.Giving
The key advantages that matter most
Turnkey Solution
No technical skills needed. No NFC encoding knowledge required. No design software necessary. Your plates arrive ready to install in minutes.
Church Giving Expertise
We know what works for churches: best placement practices, how to increase donations, and how to train your congregation. Seritag sells tags to any industry.
All-Inclusive Pricing
No hidden costs. No surprise design fees, encoding charges, or international shipping. One price covers everything: plates, design, encoding, QR codes, and shipping.
Want to see our full pricing breakdown? Check the Tap.Giving pricing guide and start your order online to get church-ready plates without the DIY hassle.
Skip the DIY Hassle
Your church staff has better things to do than encode NFC tags and design artwork. Get plates that arrive ready to use -- no technical skills required.
No monthly fees | No setup fees | Free shipping | Pre-configured & ready to use