SmartCards vs HiHello
Honest. Side by side. No spin.
HiHello isn't a physical card at all — it's an app. Worth knowing before comparing it to something you can actually hand someone.
HiHello is software-only, billed as a USD subscription, with nothing to tap or hand over. SmartCards is a physical card, ₦30,000 once, that opens a digital profile the same way — plus something to physically give someone.
SmartCards ships free to every city in Nigeria, requires no app on either side, and comes with 5 modes, a built-in CRM, and 5GB of Smart Drive storage. HiHello has no physical card option at any price.
Tap to share — no app needed
iPhone or Android, old or new — if it has a camera or NFC, it works. No one needs to download anything.
From ₦30,000. No monthly fees.
Pay once, use forever. Update your details as many times as you need — the card never expires.
5GB Smart Drive
Store portfolios, documents, and media on your card. Share files without sending attachments.
pick a card
Buy once. Activate once. Update anytime.
One card, controlled from your account. Activate it once, then update your details, switch modes, and manage multiple cards whenever you need.
Managing a team?
You can keep multiple SmartCards under one account, with each card set up for a different person, role, link, or use case.
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Order your SmartCard
Pick a premade design or create a custom card. Every card ships with NFC, QR backup, and a license key for activation.
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Tap or scan to activate
When it arrives, tap the card with your phone or scan the QR code. It opens SmartCards so you can sign in or create your account.
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Link it to your account
Enter the card ID and scratch-off license key included in the pack. This ties the physical card to your SmartCards account.
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Choose what it should do
Set your first mode: business profile, payment info, emergency info, live note, or custom link. You can switch modes anytime.
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Start sharing
Tap the card or let people scan the QR. They see your latest details instantly, and you can update everything later.
Common Questions
Everything you need to know about SmartCards