VKard vs Cardynale: Which is the best NFC business card?

Introduction

In a world where the networking constantly evolving, NFC business cards are emerging as an eco-responsible and innovative solution, surpassing traditional paper business cards while making it possible to reduce its carbon footprint.

Simply pass the NFC card on the back of a smartphone to share all your information with your customers.

This article compares two market leaders: Vkard and Cardynale.

Find out which of these solutions will best meet your professional needs, by highlighting their pros, their features and their quality-price ratio.

General presentation

Vkard

Vkard is a French start-up founded by Thibaut Oger, specializing in NFC business cards.
Their aim is to modernise the exchange of professional contact details through connected business cards.
Vkard offers a variety of products that allow contact information to be easily shared via QR code or NFC.

Cardynale

Cardynale, also a French start-up, founded by William Bellity and Antoine Payre, specializes in digital business cards. Cardynale offers a complete solution with NFC cards, advanced management software and a mobile application, facilitating networking and contact management for professionals and businesses.

Cardynale's connected business cards are designed to last a lifetime, offering a practical and long-lasting solution.

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Comparison of key features

NFC technology and connected card offers

Vkard:

• NFC PVC business card : Standard PVC card with VKard brand on it or customized.
  Count €29 excluding VAT for the version with the Vkard logo, €49 excluding VAT for the personalized version.

• Bamboo smart business card : Customizable version at 54 €HT. The VKard logo is on the back of the card.

• PVC & Metal hybrid business card : Hybrid card with one PVC side and one metal side. Customizable with Silver or Gold engraving at 79€ HT.

• Vkard does not offer a free version for his digital business card. It is mandatory to buy an NFC card.

Cardynale:

All Cardynale business cards are made in France.

• Recycled PVC card : Equipped with an NFC chip inside and a QR Code printed on the back to effectively share contact details.
  Count €19 excluding VAT with the Cardynale logo or €49 for the personalized version.

• Recycled wood card : Recycled cherry or maple card, laser engraving. Count €60 excluding VAT. Only available in a personalized version.

• Metal and PVC hybrid card : Hybrid card with a metal face and the back in recycled PVC.
  Silver or gold laser engraving. Count €79 excluding VAT.

• Digital business card : Cardynale offers a free digital business card, allowing you to share a complete profile with contact details, social networks, and documents. This profile can be shared directly via the Apple QR Code or Google Wallet.

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Dashboards and profile management

Both solutions offer a dashboard to update information and summarize the information collected on prospects.

Vkard:

• Offers a dashboard for updating business card information.

• It is possible to edit a profile, with the addition of a profile photo, cover, company name, and basic contact information.
• Vkard allows the addition of social networks and links. However, it is not possible to add a link with a completely personalized icon. You have to choose from a mandatory list.

• It is not possible to add a photo gallery to the profile.

Cardynale:

• Cardynale provides a Dashboard ergonomic, allowing you to update information and personalize your profile.

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• The digital profile includes all contact information required (phone number, website, social network...) and a button to add to the directory.

• It is possible to add customizable buttons (also called widgets), include a video, a brochure, or a photo gallery to present a catalog for example.

• An email signature can also be generated, in accordance with the information in the digital profile, to add it to the footer of the email and facilitate contact exchanges.
  
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Team management

Both solutions make it possible to manage the cards of an entire team, with slightly different operations.

Vkard:

• Vkard allows you to create multiple profiles “Societies” which are then awarded to members.
• There is also a spreadsheet feature, on subscription, to modify information in groups.

Cardynale:

• Cardynale is designed for teams with customization settings that can be extended to all members.
  
  
  

• A “template” feature allows you to create templates and assign them to members, to ensure the consistency of profiles among all collaborators.
• Importing Excel files to update information.
• Administration system to control access and changes to profiles.

Contact exchange form

In order to collect the contact details of the people met, each solution offers an exchange form.

Vkard:

• Simple contact form, with option to activate or deactivate.
  

• However, it is not possible to add your own privacy policy. This can cause GDPR concerns for the complete processing of dating data.

Cardynal:

• It is possible to activate or not the form, which is revealed after the contact has been added.

Mobile app

Cardynale stands out for providing a mobile application, with numerous functionalities to list meetings, contextualize them, and scan paper business cards.

Vkard:

• No dedicated mobile application.

Cardynal:

• Mobile application to manage leads, add tags and notes.

• It is possible to add meeting contacts directly to your directory.
• Scan paper business cards to automatically create contacts.

• You can find your QR code on the application and it is possible to add it in one click to your Apple or Google Wallet.
• Monitoring of usage statistics.

Contact Management and CRM Integrations

Contacts generated via connected business cards then appear on the platform to be processed.

Vkard:

• Export contacts as.CSV (paid plan).

• CRM integrations on request.

Cardynale:

• Complete contact list with tags and notes.
  
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• Native API integrations with CRMs (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho, Zoho, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Pipedrive, Copper, Salesflare, Flexmail, Zendesk Sell & Close.io).

• Enrichment of prospect data (automatic addition of Linkedin, website, etc.) via the platform.
• Integration with more than 4000 applications via Zapier and Make.
• Detailed statistics on exchanges and contacts.
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Deals

Vkard:

• No free digital card offer.
• Physical connected cards are offered from 29 to 79 €excluding VAT.
• You must request a quote to access subscription rates.
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Cardynale:

• Free offer to create your digital business card and integrate it into your Wallet, up to 5 members.
• Cardynale NFC Business onwards 19€EXCL. VAT (vs 29€HT for the VKard Light)
• Business offer, from €5/month/employee excl. VAT.

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Conclusion

Vkard is a viable option for freelancers and teams.

However, Cardynale offers better value for money with advanced features, extensive customization, robust CRM integrations, and a dedicated mobile application.

In addition, Cardynale allows you to try the entire platform for free before ordering a card, making it the premium choice for modern professionals, clearly distinguishing itself as the most complete and innovative solution on the market‍


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We also have an article on the subject of wecard business card.

If you want to know more about other tools, here is also a comparison of Kipful vs Cardynale

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Connected Business Card FAQ

1. What is a connected business card?

A connected business card is a modern and eco-friendly alternative to traditional business cards.

It works thanks to technology Near Field Communication (NFC) and allows the sharing instant access to your contact information digitally.

2. How does a virtual business card work?

A virtual business card uses either a QR code or technology Near Field Communication (NFC) to transmit information.

By approaching the card from a compatible smartphone (Android or iPhone), a link automatically opens to show your vCard, which contains your contact details, website, social networks, and much more.

3. Why choose a connected business card over a traditional business card?

Connected business cards are more ecological, reusable and avoidprintout massive amount of paper. They offer a design modern and customizable, while guaranteeing greater contact sharing efficient and immediate.

4. Can you personalize the design of your virtual business card?

Yes! The design is a key part of a virtual business card. You can choose the format, colors, integrate your logo and adjust the appearance of your digital profile to match your picture professional.

5. Is it compatible with all smartphones?

Most recent smartphones under android and iOS are compatible with Near Field Communication (NFC).
For older models, a QR code provides access to information.

6. Can a virtual business card help improve your professional network?

Absolutely! Thanks to a strut digital accessible in one click, you facilitate sharing of your contact details and make your network more fluid and efficient.
A well-designed card also strengthens your picture and your credibility.

7. What service does Cardynale offer for connected business cards?

Cardynale offers a complete and customizable solution, combining design, personalization and ease of use.
Our smart cards are a strut modern to share your information easily and optimize your professional communication.

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