TAPiTAG vs Tap.Giving
Two NFC donation tag providers for churches—but very different approaches to pricing, platform freedom, and where your donor data goes. Here’s the full breakdown.
Note: This post compares TAPiTAG (tapitag.co), an Ireland-based NFC tag company. This is a different company than TapTag (taptag.shop). See our separate TapTag vs Tap.Giving comparison.
Side-by-Side Comparison
See exactly how TAPiTAG compares to Tap.Giving
| Feature | TAPiTAG | Tap.Giving |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Recurring Fee | €19.99/year per tag | $0/year – forever |
| Per-Unit Pricing | Quote required (not published) | $3.50–$4.50/plate |
| Setup / Monthly Fees | Management fee included in renewal | $0 setup, $0/month |
| Payment Platforms | Stripe, AIB, Pushpay | Any platform (Tithe.ly, Pushpay, Subsplash, Planning Center, Donorbox, Givelify, Anedot, Realm, & more) |
| Donation Flow | Opens TAPiTAG managed page | Links directly to YOUR giving page |
| Donor Data Ownership | Flows through TAPiTAG system | 100% in your platform |
| Material | White PVC tags | Custom branded PVC plates |
| QR Code Backup | Yes | Yes |
| Custom Branding | Custom design included | Your church name, logo, & colors |
| Based In | Athlone, Ireland | Spring, TX (USA) |
| US Shipping | International shipping from Ireland | Free US shipping |
| Primary Market | UK / Ireland | United States |
| Pricing Transparency | Contact for quote | Published on website |
The Recurring Fee Trap
You already bought the tags—why keep paying for them?
TAPiTAG
5-Year Cost (10 Tags)
Tap.Giving
5-Year Cost (10 Plates)
One-Time Purchase
$0 Forever
in recurring fees
Why it matters: €19.99 per year per tag might seem small, but it adds up—and it’s the principle. You bought the physical tag. Why should you pay an annual fee just to keep it working? With Tap.Giving, your plates work indefinitely with zero ongoing costs. You own them outright.
Payment Processor Lock-In
Your church deserves platform freedom
TAPiTAG: Limited Options
TAPiTAG integrates with Stripe, AIB Merchant Services (an Irish bank), and Pushpay. That’s it. If your church uses Tithe.ly, Subsplash, Planning Center, Donorbox, Givelify, or any other platform, you’re out of luck—or forced to switch.
Tap.Giving: Any Platform
Tap.Giving plates link directly to whatever giving URL you choose. Tithe.ly, Pushpay, Subsplash, Planning Center, Donorbox, Givelify, Anedot, Realm—if it has a URL, it works. Switch platforms anytime without buying new hardware.
Where Do Donations Actually Go?
The middleman problem most churches don’t think about
TAPiTAG Flow
Tap.Giving Flow
No middleman. No third-party data collection. Three steps instead of four.
Why this matters: When donations flow through a third-party managed page, that’s another system handling your congregation’s financial data. With Tap.Giving, the tap goes straight to your existing giving platform. Your data stays in your system, your donor records stay unified, and there’s no intermediary between your congregation and their gift.
Built for US Churches
Geography matters when it comes to shipping, support, and payment options
Free US Shipping
TAPiTAG ships from Athlone, Ireland. International shipping to the US adds cost and time. Tap.Giving ships from Spring, TX with free standard shipping to anywhere in the United States.
Transparent Pricing
TAPiTAG doesn’t publish per-tag pricing on their website—you have to request a quote. Tap.Giving lists every price publicly: $3.50–$4.50 per plate, no hidden costs, no surprises.
USD Pricing, No Renewals
TAPiTAG prices in euros with annual renewal fees. Tap.Giving prices in US dollars with a simple one-time purchase. No currency conversion, no surprise charges next year.
Want to see exact pricing for your church? View the Tap.Giving pricing page or start your order online today.
Skip the Recurring Fees. Own Your Plates Outright.
Tap.Giving NFC plates work with any giving platform, ship free within the US, and never charge you a renewal fee. One purchase. Done.
No recurring fees • Works with any platform • Free US shipping • $3.50–$4.50/plate
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