At a glance
| FastCardGen | V1CE | |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | Nothing (Pro is optional: $4.99 / $9.99) | Card from about $79 (PVC), $110 (bamboo), $145 (metal) |
| Monthly cost | None | Free plan with each card (with a small fee on services you sell); ClientCapture plan about $66.99/month |
| How people get your details | Scan the vCard QR (saves directly, offline) or open your card link | Tap the NFC card or scan its QR; both open your hosted V1CE profile |
| Lead capture, CRM, booking, AI follow-up | No | Yes (some on the paid plan) |
| Team cards | CSV → ZIP, one-time price | Cards bought per person with volume discounts; admin login and CRM integrations |
When V1CE is the better choice
A metal NFC card is a memorable object, and V1CE's plan adds contact capture, a CRM, booking and AI follow-ups for people who live on referrals. If that's your sales process, it may well pay for itself.
When FastCardGen is the better choice
- You'd rather not spend $79 or more per person on a card.
- You want a code that works from a screen, a slide or a flyer — not only a tap.
- You need cards for a team today, without ordering hardware.
- You prefer no account and no data on someone else's server.
Like tapping? Do it yourself
Blank NFC stickers cost a fraction of a branded card. Write your card link to an NTAG215 or NTAG216 tag with a free app and stick it on your phone case or a paper card. NFC vs QR
V1CE is trademarks of their owners. FastCardGen is not affiliated with them. Competitor plans and prices are as listed on their websites and in public reviews in November 2026 and change often — check their pricing page before you decide.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a cheaper alternative to V1CE?
If you mainly need to share your contact, a vCard QR code and card link from FastCardGen are free. A blank NFC tag with your card link adds tapping for a few dollars.
Do I need a subscription for a V1CE card?
V1CE includes a free plan with its cards; its ClientCapture plan is paid. Check V1CE's pricing page for current terms.
Does a QR code work as well as NFC?
A QR code works with every phone camera and from screens and paper; NFC only works phone-to-chip at close range.
Can I make cards for my whole team?
Yes, from one CSV, in your browser.
Contact files follow vCard 3.0 (RFC 2426); QR codes follow ISO/IEC 18004. Checked 2026-11-07.