Taggzi vs Smartag
Both are NFC + QR pet ID tags, and neither asks the finder to install an app. The big difference is where they’re sold and what happens after the scan.
To start: Smartag is $299 Mexican pesos from its reseller, with free delivery in Mexico; UK delivery isn’t stated. Taggzi is £0 on the Free plan, or £5.98 for a tag delivered in the UK (£2.99 tag + £2.99 delivery).
| What you get | Taggzi | Smartag |
|---|---|---|
| Tag type | ✓ NFC + QR, metal, 28 × 32 mm, about 3 g, resin-coated and waterproof | ✓ NFC + QR, ABS plastic, 2 cm across, “resists rain, baths and mud” |
| App needed by the finder | ✓ No – opens in the phone’s browser | ✓ No |
| Where it’s sold | ✓ UK, with delivery to the Isle of Man, Ireland and Canada | ~ Mexico (they say they also ship internationally) |
| Price | ✓ £2.99 tag + £2.99 UK delivery; Free plan forever | ~ $299 MXN from their reseller, free delivery in Mexico |
| Subscription | ~ Optional: Pro £2.99/month or £24.99/year | ✓ None |
| Private video & voice calls with the finder | ✓ Yes (Pro) – no numbers swapped | ✗ Not mentioned on their site |
| Scan alerts | ✓ Yes (Pro), with approximate location | ✓ Yes |
| Lost mode | ✓ Yes, free, with a printable poster | ✓ Yes |
| Local lost-pet alerts to people nearby | ✓ Yes, free (Community Alerts) | ✗ Not mentioned on their site |
| Your vet told when the tag is scanned | ✓ Yes (Pro) | ✗ Not mentioned on their site |
| Medical notes | ✓ Yes; full Pet Passport on Pro | ✓ Yes |
| Several pets on one account | ✓ Up to 5 on Pro | ~ Not stated |
| Returns | ~ 14-day right to cancel (tags back unused) | ✓ Their reseller offers 30 days |
Where Smartag wins
- No subscription at all: one price and that’s it.
- They name the chip they use (NTAG213).
- A longer return window through their reseller: 30 days.
Where Taggzi wins
- Sold and delivered in the UK, priced in pounds.
- Private video calls with the finder (Pro), with no numbers swapped.
- Community Alerts: people nearby who signed up for lost-pet alerts are emailed when your pet is lost – free.
- Your vet can be told when the tag is scanned (Pro).
- A metal tag rather than plastic.
Common questions
Can I buy Smartag in the UK?
Smartag sells in Mexico, with prices in Mexican pesos through its reseller. It says it also ships internationally, but we could not find UK prices or delivery times on its site (checked 25/10/2026). Taggzi is UK-based: a tag is £2.99 plus £2.99 UK delivery.
Does Smartag need a subscription?
No. Smartag says it needs no app, no battery and no subscription. Taggzi's tag and Free plan need no subscription either; Pro is optional and adds video calls, scan alerts and up to 5 pets.
Do both work without an app?
Yes. Both use NFC and a QR code, and the finder's phone opens the pet's profile without installing anything.
Checked on Smartag’s own pages on 25/10/2026: Smartag · Smartag reseller (price, delivery, returns). Prices and features change; if something here is out of date, tell us at support@taggzi.com and we’ll fix it.
Try Taggzi free
Start free with one pet. Order a tag for £2.99 + delivery. Pro adds private video calls, scan alerts and up to 5 pets.