Quick Comparison
| Feature | Snowball | Cardhop |
|---|---|---|
| Business card scanning | 2-second AI scan | Basic (via Live Text) |
| Voice notes | ||
| CRM integrations | 100+ | None |
| Follow-up reminders | Via Fantastical | |
| Apple ecosystem | iOS | iOS, macOS, watchOS |
| Natural language input | No | Yes |
| Contact actions | Basic | Quick actions |
| Pricing | Free + premium | $4.99/month |
Cardhop is a Contact Manager, Not a Capture Tool
Cardhop from Flexibits is beautifully designed for managing contacts you already have. Quick actions, natural language input, Apple integration. But for capturing new contacts at events? Limited scanning, no voice notes, no CRM sync.
- Basic card scanning via iOS Live Text only
- No voice notes for conversation context
- No CRM integrations
- Apple-only ecosystem
- Managing contacts, not capturing them
Key Differences
Built for Capture
Snowball's AI scanning is purpose-built for business cards. Cardhop relies on iOS Live Text—hit or miss.
Voice Notes
Record conversation context with Snowball. Cardhop has no voice capability.
CRM Integration
Snowball syncs to 100+ CRMs. Cardhop stays in Apple Contacts—no business tool integration.
Professional Focus
Snowball is built for networking professionals. Cardhop is a general contact manager.
When Cardhop Works Better
- You're deep in the Apple ecosystem
- Natural language contact entry appeals to you
- You want quick contact actions (call, message, etc.)
- You don't need CRM integration
When Snowball Wins
- You attend events and network actively
- Business card scanning is essential
- Voice notes improve your follow-ups
- You need CRM integration
- You want a free option
Switching from Cardhop
Cardhop uses Apple Contacts as storage
Import Apple Contacts to Snowball
Set up CRM integration
Use Snowball for capture, optionally keep Cardhop for management
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Cardhop scan business cards?
Cardhop uses iOS Live Text for basic scanning. Snowball's AI scanner is more accurate and purpose-built.
Is Cardhop better for Apple users?
If you want Apple Watch support and Fantastical integration, yes. For card scanning and CRM sync, use Snowball.
Does Cardhop integrate with CRMs?
No. Cardhop syncs with Apple Contacts only. Snowball integrates with 100+ CRMs.
Can I use both?
Yes—use Snowball for event capture with CRM sync, Cardhop for quick contact actions in Apple ecosystem.