Comparisons · Checked October 26, 2026
Abutic vs Mobilo
Mobilo sells NFC cards together with a subscription: a plan is required, and each card comes with a free Pro trial. Abutic sells engraved metal cards you own outright, with no subscription required.
The short answer
Abutic engraved steel cards are $29.99 with no plan required. Mobilo’s custom metal card is listed at $139 and needs a Mobilo plan once the free trial ends (Pro is $3/month).
Side by side
Mobilo details come from its public pages and listings, checked October 26, 2026. Prices change, so check Mobilo’s site before you buy.
| Feature | Abutic | Mobilo |
|---|---|---|
| Metal card price | Steel $29.99, front + back $35. Copper $39.99 / $44.99. One-time. | Custom metal card listed at $139, often on sale ($20 in an October 2026 promotion). |
| Custom design | Your logo, name and details laser engraved, from a design you make or we make. Free mockup to approve first. | Stainless steel, black or gold plating, with laser engraving or UV printing. You design the card after checkout. |
| Subscription | Not required. The card and a basic profile work free. Abutic+ is optional at $6.99/month. | Required. A card includes 90 days of Pro free (or 30 days of Team), then renews. Pro $3/month. |
| First-year cost, engraved metal card | $29.99 (steel, no subscription) | The card price plus 9 paid months of Pro ($27). |
| Team pricing | $25 per steel card at 5 or more; quotes from 10+ cards. | Teams $4 per user/month, billed yearly. |
| Speed | Mockup within 24 hours. US delivery 7–10 business days after approval, or 4–5 expedited (+$5). | Most cards ship within 48 business hours after proof approval. |
| Shipping | Free in the US. Flat $19 to Canada and other countries. | Tracked shipping included. |
| Where the tap goes | Your Abutic profile or any URL, changeable anytime. The chip is not locked to Abutic. | Your Mobilo profile. |
| Lead capture | Scan any business card or event badge into your Connections, with no duplicates, notes on where you met and follow-up reminders. Visitors can also send you their details from your profile. CSV export to any CRM with Abutic+. 2 free scans on every account, unlimited with Abutic+. | Lead capture and Zapier automations included with a plan. |
| Where it’s made | Engraved and hand-inspected in California, USA. | Not stated on the pages we checked. |
| Guarantee | 30-day money-back guarantee, 90-day connection guarantee (no new connections, full refund), lifetime warranty against defects and free replacement of lost cards for life. | Replacement for damage on delivery, production errors or chip issues within 30 days; not for lost cards. |
Why people choose Abutic
- No subscription: the card and a basic profile keep working for free.
- Free replacement of lost or damaged cards for life (one per card each year), plus a lifetime warranty against defects.
- Front and back engraving and a copper option.
- $25 per steel card at 5 or more, with no per-user plan.
Questions, answered
Does Mobilo require a subscription?
Mobilo’s product page says “a plan is required to get started.” A card includes 90 days of Pro free (or 30 days of Team), then renews at the plan price: Pro is $3/month and Teams is $4 per user per month billed yearly. Abutic cards need no subscription.
What does a Mobilo metal card cost?
Mobilo lists its custom metal card at $139 and often discounts it; it was $20 during an October 2026 promotion. Abutic steel is $29.99 with no plan needed.
What if I lose my card?
Abutic replaces lost or damaged cards free for life, one per card each year, with the same design and link. Mobilo’s page says replacements aren’t available for lost products.
Can I point an Abutic card to my Mobilo profile?
Yes. An Abutic card can point to any public link, so you can keep the page you already use or move to a free Abutic profile.
Sources
- Mobilo custom metal card (price, plan requirement, shipping, replacements)
- Mobilo pricing (plans)
- Abutic prices and policies: metal NFC card guide and help center.
Mobilo is a trademark of its owner. Abutic is not affiliated with Mobilo. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we’ll fix it.
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Engraved metal cards from $29.99, free US shipping, a free mockup before anything is engraved, and no subscription.