Eight revolutionizes how professionals manage contacts by transforming paper business cards into dynamic digital profiles. This free app automatically updates career changes within your network, offers instant QR-based card sharing, and stores unlimited connections—keeping your Rolodex fresh without the clutter.
Key Features of Eight:
✨ AI-Powered Scanning – Snap a card photo to create searchable digital profiles in seconds
✨ Real-Time Updates – Get alerted when contacts change jobs or get promoted
✨ Touchless Exchange – Share details via phone-to-phone tap or personalized QR codes
✨ Advanced Search – Find connections using company names, roles, or industry tags
✨ Cross-Platform Sync – Access your cloud-based contacts on mobile or desktop
Why Professionals Choose Eight
Zero cost for core features like unlimited card storage
Reduces manual data entry with accurate OCR technology
Facilitates follow-ups through in-app messaging
Helps identify business opportunities through network insights
Considerations of Eight:
- Limited template customization for digital profiles
- Premium features like dual-sided scanning require subscription
- Smaller user base compared to mainstream platforms like LinkedIn
Behind the Eight:
Developed by a Tokyo-based team specializing in networking tools, Eight reflects Japan’s meticulous approach to professional etiquette fused with modern tech.
Market Position vs Competitors
✔ vs LinkedIn – Better for physical event networking but lacks job listings
✔ vs CamCard—Superior auto-update feature but fewer export formats
✔ vs Haystack—More intuitive UI though less CRM integration
User Adoption
Consistently rated 4.7+ stars across app stores, Eight has surpassed 5M downloads in Asia, with growing traction in European markets. Many praise its "time-saving magic" for conference attendees.
Subscription Notes
The premium tier (ÂĄ600/month) adds batch scanning and CRM syncs. Subscribers report 72% faster contact retrieval compared to free users.
Eight turns fleeting encounters into lasting professional value—one scan at a time.
