# NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader vs NFC Reader And Writer

The clearest difference is rating: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader at 4.5 against NFC Reader And Writer's 1.7. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader also leads on ratings volume (6.7K vs 16). NFC Reader And Writer's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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 and NFC Reader And Writer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader has 6.7K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 66% and 67% positive.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, NFC Reader And Writer every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader | NFC Reader And Writer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798/reviews)** | [1.7 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer/id1492298987/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.7K** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 65.9% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 102 MB | 79 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolo Stanciu](https://appshunter.io/developer/930855677) | [魁鹏 宋](https://appshunter.io/developer/977980685) |

## 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 Reader And Writer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer/id1492298987)

This utility app allows users to read and write NFC tags, with support for cloning. Its straightforward interface makes it accessible for both tech enthusiasts and developers working with NFC technology.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tags, Write NFC tags, Clone NFC tags, Multi-label reading and writing, Simple and easy-to-understand interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 三个月的会员 | $1.99 | per 3 months |
| NFC VIP | $2.99 | one-time |


## 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 Reader And Writer free?

NFC Reader And Writer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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

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 Reader And Writer averages 1.7 from 16 ratings.

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

Both NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader and NFC Reader And Writer show ads.

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

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, and NFC Reader And Writer every 3 weeks. Most recently, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader was updated on September 24, 2026 and NFC Reader And Writer on September 24, 2026.

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