# NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader vs NFC Tap

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NFC Tap at none against NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's 26. NFC Tap also leads on ads (none vs shown). NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader sells 26 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. NFC Tap asks for nothing beyond the download.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader has 6.7K ratings behind it against 229, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's written reviews are positive against 55% of NFC Tap's.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, NFC Tap every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader | NFC Tap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798/reviews)** | [4.2 (229 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tap/id1278913597/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.7K** | 229 |
| Positive reviews | **65.9% of reviews** | 55.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 102 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolo Stanciu](https://appshunter.io/developer/930855677) | [STMicroelectronics](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801774735) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798)

This app allows you to read and write NFC tags, scan and create QR codes, digitize documents, and capture 3D models. It offers advanced NFC tools like encryption and batch operations, alongside a versatile QR code scanner and document scanner with OCR.

**Highlights:** Read and write NFC tags, Scan and create QR codes, Digitize documents with OCR, Capture 3D models and room scans, Advanced NFC tools (encryption, batch operations), Customizable QR codes with logos, Automation and integration with iOS Shortcuts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Monthly Special | $1.99 | per month |
| Business Cards Service Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| Unlimited 3DT Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| NFC.cool Scanner Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| UnlimitedPro3DT Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Platinum Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Ultra3DT Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited3DT Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Mini3DT Yearly | $17.49 | per year |
| Mini7DT Yearly | $17.49 | per year |
| Unlimited Yearly Special | $19.00 | per year |
| Business Cards Service Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlimited 3DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlimited7DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| NFC.cool Scanner Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| UnlimitedPro7DT Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| UnlimitedPro3DT Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Ultra3DT Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Ultra7DT Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Business Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Donut | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rainbow Dark Mode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited QR-Code Widgets | $3.99 | one-time |
| Speech Synthesizer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ad-free | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Excellent app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🔥 Awesome features
- 🎉 Great tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🚫 Doesn't work on older devices
- 🤔 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to read certain NFC tags
- App freezes during NFC operations
- Compatibility issues with iOS 13 and newer
- Inconsistent behavior when writing tags

**Requested features**

- Add ability to clear/erase NFC tags
- Integrate with Shortcuts app
- Offline mode for writing NFC tags
- Add support for RFID tags
- Improve instructions and documentation


### NFC Tap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tap/id1278913597)

This app allows users to read and write NFC tags, supporting various tag types and NDEF message formats. It enables quick actions like connecting to Wi-Fi, pairing Bluetooth devices, opening URLs, and initiating calls or messages directly from NFC tags.

**Highlights:** Read/Write NFC tags, Support ST25 Type5 & Type4A tags, Read/Write NDEF Messages (URL, Text, SMS, etc.), Connect to Wi-Fi devices, Pair Bluetooth devices, Initiate calls, SMS, and emails, Control ISO15693 commands

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 💡 Handy for development
- 🚀 Works as intended (initially)
- 👍 Great color scheme
- 👍 Simple navigation

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Does not work anymore
- 🐛 Unable to write to tags
- 🐛 Error messages
- 🐛 Not user friendly
- 🐛 Hard to navigate

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to write to tags
- Error indicating need to read tag first
- No longer works
- Cannot read, edit, or write back memory to 15693 tag
- Crashing when scanning NXP Mifare

**Requested features**

- Display NDEF record in HEX
- Fix password protection bug on iOS
- Allow importing bin files
- Improve user-friendliness for beginners
- Connect Digimon Vital Bracelet with VB Lab


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader free?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NFC Tap free?

NFC Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or NFC Tap?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader is rated higher. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.7K ratings, while NFC Tap averages 4.2 from 229 ratings.

### Do NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or NFC Tap have ads?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader shows ads; NFC Tap does not.

### Which is updated more often, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or NFC Tap?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, and NFC Tap every 2 months. Most recently, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader was updated on September 24, 2026 and NFC Tap on September 21, 2026.

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