Comparison

RFID Scout vs NFC

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

RFID Scout

This utility app connects to specific Bluetooth RFID readers to perform inventory, identify tag models, conduct audits by validating tag information against product data, and locate RFID tags by showing relative distance.

Highlights
  • Simplified RFID Inventory
  • RFID Tag Model Identification
  • RFID Audits with Product Validation
  • RFID Tag Location
  • Export data to CSV
  • Online Dashboard Access
Features
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RFID Scout works with Zebra RFD8500 RFID / TSL® 1128 Bluetooth® Handheld UHF RFID Reader and can, 1. Perform simplified RFID Inventory 2 .Assist in the Identification of RFID Tag Models 3 .Conduct RFID Audits by validating the RFID tag against product information 4. Locate RFID tag RFID Inventory - RFID Scout can be used to perform RFID inventory (or cycle counts). The RFID inventory data can be exported as a CSV file or can be accessed from an online dashboard. RFID Tag Identifier - Assist in the identification of RFID tag model by narrowing down the list of potential tags based on the information from the RFID tag. RFID Audits - The app can be used to conduct RFID audits which validates the information from the RFID tag against the product information. The dashboard provides a detailed audit report with the issues observed during the audit. Tag Range - The app can be used to locate RFID tag. Given the pattern of the tag, app shows the tag's relative distance in percentage The apps needs to be connected to a Zebra RFD8500 RFID / TSL® 1128 Bluetooth® Handheld UHF RFID reader through Bluetooth to read RFID tags. Dashboard url is https://rfidscout.dataqtechnologies.com

About

NFC

Easily read, write, and lock NFC tags with this utility app. It supports various tag types, allows writing text or URLs, and offers pre-built templates for common tasks like Wi-Fi logins and contact cards. You can also erase tags and set passwords.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tag data
  • Write text and URLs to NFC tags
  • Lock NFC tags to make them read-only
  • Pre-built templates for common NFC tasks
  • Set and remove NFC tag passwords
  • Erase NFC tags
Features
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NFC - Reader & Writer provides a simple and easy-to-use solution to Read, Write, and Lock an NFC Tag. Read: - Tap the Read button to read a compatible NFC Tag. - Opens URL's if allows in settings - Manufacturer & model (NTAG213, NTAG215, Ultralight, Mifare, etc.) - Serial number & tech details - Memory size, tag type & available technologies - iCloud-Synced Tag Read History Write: - Type in text then press the write button to write to an NFC Tag. - Write in text or URL (using https:// format). - Save any template or stack you create Create useful NFC tags in seconds with prebuilt templates: - Wi-Fi Login - Contact Card - Bluetooth - Location / Maps - Website Link - Email - SMS - Custom Text or NDEF Records Lock: - Press the lock button to make an NFC Tag "read only" meaning you will no longer be able to write to that same NFC Tag (This is permanent) Tools: - Set or remove NFC passwords - Erase tags *Works with iPhone 7 or newer* More features to come!

Screenshots

RFID Scout4 screens
NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC at 4.3 against RFID Scout's 2.2. NFC also leads on review sentiment (60% vs 25%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). RFID Scout's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NFC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. RFID Scout asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 26 and 96 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of RFID Scout's written reviews are positive against 60% of NFC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RFID Scout ships an update every 3 months, NFC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 1 level
RFID Scout versus NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRFID ScoutNFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.2 (26 ratings)4.3 (96 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2696 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB16 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperSenthil KumarCameron Nazemi

Customer experience

RFID Scout

All ratings26 ratings
Positive26.9%
Neutral3.8%
Negative69.2%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

NFC

All ratings96 ratings
Positive82.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative36.0%

Bugs and requests

RFID Scout

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NFC

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Full tag text truncated
  • App became unusable
  • Doesn't open URLs
  • No read on iPhone 15 Pro
  • Doesn't read NFC tags
Show 3 more
  • Not working at all
  • Can't get all scans
  • Kodu okumuyor

Requested features

7 requests
  • Automatic scan on app open
  • Dark mode icon
  • Formatting NFC tag
  • SSID WiFi option
  • Ad-free version
Show 2 more
  • Reset NFC chip
  • Clear NFC chip to factory default

In-app purchases

None

RFID Scout

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NFC

Subscriptions1
  • NFC Pro (Monthly)$0.491 Month
One-time1
  • NFC Pro$0.99

Questions

Is RFID Scout free?
RFID Scout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RFID Scout or NFC?
NFC is rated higher. RFID Scout averages 2.2 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while NFC averages 4.3 from 96 ratings.
Do RFID Scout or NFC have ads?
NFC shows ads; RFID Scout does not.
Which is updated more often, RFID Scout or NFC?
RFID Scout ships an update every 3 months, and NFC fortnightly. Most recently, RFID Scout was updated on October 24, 2026 and NFC on October 22, 2026.

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