Comparison

CS108 RFID Reader vs Simply NFC

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

Head to head
About

CS108 RFID Reader

This utility app demonstrates the capabilities of the CS108 RFID reader. Users can explore its functions and access the source code for further development on the developer's website.

Highlights
  • RFID reader function demonstration
  • Source code access
  • Utility for developers
  • Cross-device compatibility
Features
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The program shows the functions of CS108 RFID reader. you can download source code in our web site http://www.convergence.com.hk

About

Simply NFC

Easily read and write to NFC tags using your phone. This app supports various tag types including text, URLs, contacts, and HomeKit scenes. It also offers accessibility features, Siri Shortcuts, widgets, and iMessage extensions for convenient tag management and automation.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC tags
  • Supports text, URL, vCard, SMS, email, phone, app launch, custom URI, location, HomeKit, and Wi-Fi tags
  • Trigger HomeKit scenes
  • VoiceOver accessibility
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Widget and iMessage extension
  • Export scanned history
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Simply NFC is a powerful, accessible, and easy-to-use NFC reader and writer for iPhone. Scan NFC tags instantly, create programmable tags, trigger HomeKit scenes, automate workflows, and create spoken text tags for visually impaired users, all without external hardware. Built with accessibility in mind: * Full VoiceOver support throughout the app * Spoken text tags that read aloud when scanned * Great for labeling household items, storage, medication, equipment, and more * Accessible scanning and writing workflows for blind and visually impaired users Features: * Scan NFC tags instantly * Read raw tag information * Save scan history automatically * Multi-tag scanning * Apple Watch remote scanning support Write and program NFC tags directly from your iPhone: * Text tags * Text-to-Voice tags * URL tags * HomeKit scene tags * Wi-Fi setup tags * Contact cards (vCard) * Email, SMS, phone, and FaceTime tags * Custom URI and app-launch tags * Location tags Advanced NFC features: * Import tag records * Configure write passwords * Edit and rewrite compatible tags * Export history as CSV or tab-delimited text * Integrate scans with your own web services HomeKit support: * Trigger HomeKit scenes from NFC tags * Background NFC support on compatible devices * Great for smart home and accessibility automations Siri Shortcuts and integrations: * Start scanning with Siri * Launch single or multi-scan modes * iMessage extension for sharing scan history Developer features: * URI scheme support: simplynfc://reader simplynfc://scan simplynfc://multiscan simplynfc://writer * Callback support for apps and websites * Send scanned tag data directly to your server * Build NFC workflows into your own apps and services Simply tap “Read NFC” and hold your iPhone near a tag. It’s that simple. Simply NFC is designed for beginners, power users, accessibility needs, smart homes, inventory systems, and NFC development workflows. We love hearing from our customers, so feel free to contact us with questions, concerns, issues, bugs, suggestions, or feature requests. We are always looking for ways to improve Simply NFC.

Screenshots

CS108 RFID Reader2 screens
Simply NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Simply NFC at 4.1 against CS108 RFID Reader's 2.8. Simply NFC also leads on ratings volume (183 vs 6) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). CS108 RFID Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support 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. Simply NFC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. CS108 RFID Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Simply NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simply NFC has 183 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CS108 RFID Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, Simply NFC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on June 5, 2026 and August 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
CS108 RFID Reader versus Simply NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCS108 RFID ReaderSimply NFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.8 (6 ratings)4.1 (183 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—47.2% of reviews
Number of ratings6183 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPod, Apple Watch
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCSLLakeside Llama LLC

Customer experience

CS108 RFID Reader

All ratings6 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Simply NFC

All ratings180 ratings
Positive74.4%
Neutral6.1%
Negative19.4%
Written reviews53 reviews
Positive47.2%
Neutral9.4%
Negative43.4%

Bugs and requests

CS108 RFID Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Simply NFC

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • Wifi joining option fails
  • Phone does nothing when tapping Wifi tag
  • App stops telling device to speak loudly after a few scans
  • App does not read tags at all
  • NFC tag not read after 5 minutes
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  • Fails with different brand NFC tags
  • Privacy policy not updated
  • Error connecting or too much information when writing tags
  • HomeKit scenes do not work, redirect to developer's website with 404 error
  • White buttons on white background (visibility issue)
  • Pro version not working for some users
  • Restore purchase feature does not work
  • App states it won't work with specific iPhone models despite being listed as compatible

Requested features

9 requests
  • Improve Wifi tag support
  • Fix issue with 'speak loudly' feature stopping
  • Preview Pro upgrade records
  • Allow custom URL schemes in URI Record
  • Long term tag save area for review, edit, and rewrite
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  • Add more languages (e.g., Russian)
  • Improve VoiceOver support for tag selection and reading results
  • Support writing HomeKit enabled tags on iPhone
  • Add dark mode option for better visibility

In-app purchases

None

CS108 RFID Reader

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Simply NFC

One-time1
  • Pro Version$4.99

Questions

Is CS108 RFID Reader free?
CS108 RFID Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Simply NFC free?
Simply NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, CS108 RFID Reader or Simply NFC?
Simply NFC is rated higher. CS108 RFID Reader averages 2.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Simply NFC averages 4.1 from 183 ratings.
Do CS108 RFID Reader or Simply NFC have ads?
Neither CS108 RFID Reader nor Simply NFC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CS108 RFID Reader or Simply NFC?
CS108 RFID Reader ships an update every 5 weeks, and Simply NFC fortnightly. Most recently, CS108 RFID Reader was updated on June 5, 2026 and Simply NFC on August 17, 2026.

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