Comparison

NFC Tools vs NFC Reader & Writer Tools

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

Head to head
About

NFC Tools

Easily read and write data to NFC tags using a straightforward interface. Interact with tag content, view detailed information, and record standard data like contacts, URLs, and WiFi configurations.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tag data
  • Write standard information to tags
  • Store VCARDs and URLs
  • Share contact details
  • Save tag contents
  • Configure WiFi and Bluetooth
Features
Currently charting
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NFC Tools can read and write your NFC tags with a simple and lightweight user interface. By passing your device near an NFC chip, you can read the data it contains and interact with the content. The "Read" section allows you to see data such as: - the maker of the tag - the type of tag (ex : Mifare Ultralight, NTAG213) - the norm of the tag (ex : NFC Forum Type 2) - the available technology (ex: NFC A) - its serial number (ex : 04:85:c8:5a:40:2b:80) - the size of the tag and of the data on it - if you can write on the tag - all the data on the tag (NDEF format) NFC Tools can record standard information on your tags which will be compatible with any NFC device. For instance, you can store a VCARD to share your contact details easily, open an URL, share a phone number or even a geolocation. The "Write" section let you record standardised data such as: - a simple text - a link to a website - an email - a contact - a phone number - a predefined text message - an address or geolocation - a WiFi or Bluetooth configuration - personalised data - and more... The write function allows you to add as much data as you wish. This way you can record large quantities of information on your tag. The app also allows you to save the contents of your chip for later access. NFC Tools has been tested with the following NFC tags: - NTAG 203, 210, 210u, 212, 213, 213TT, 215, 216, 413 DNA, 424 DNA - Ultralight, Ultralight C, Ultralight EV1 - ICODE SLI, SLI-S, SLIX, SLIX-S, SLIX-L, SLIX2, DNA - DESFire EV1, EV2, EV3 - ST25TV, ST25TA - Felica If you encounter any problem, don’t hesitate to contact us. Notes: - Compatible from iPhone 7. - Use the "compatibility" mode to read/write Mifare Classic tags.

About

NFC Reader & Writer Tools

Easily interact with NFC tags by scanning, reading, and writing various data types. Organize saved entries and access an in-app guide for quick tips. Offers optional premium features via subscription.

Highlights
  • Scan NFC tags
  • Write data to tags (Text, URL, SMS, Wi-Fi)
  • Organize and save scanned/written tags
  • Smart feedback system (sound/vibration)
  • In-app guide for usage tips
  • Optional subscription for advanced features
Features
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NFC Reader & Writer Tools is a complete solution for interacting with NFC tags. Whether you're scanning a tag, adding new data, or managing saved entries, the app provides an intuitive interface and powerful features to get it done with ease! Key Features: 1) Scan NFC Tags Tap "Scan Tag" to activate NFC and instantly read nearby tags. View key info like tag ID, type (e.g., NTAG213), and content (text, URL, and more). Tags can be scanned repeatedly and saved to your tag list. 2) Write to Tags Select the type of data – Text, URL, SMS, Contact, Wi-Fi, and more. Fill in the form, save your input as a draft, and write it to a tag anytime. Drafts can be edited or deleted as needed. 3) Smart Feedback System Receive sound and vibration signals on successful scans or writes. If an issue occurs, the app displays helpful error messages like “Tag not supported.” 4) Organize and Save Manage your scanned and written tags with simple and clear navigation throughout the app. 5) How It Works Open the in-app guide from the Settings screen for quick tips on using NFC scan and tag writing features. Experience a simple and effective way to manage your NFC tag info directly from your phone! The app provides an optional subscription for access to additional features, including saving scanned NFC tags and importing data from saved tags. Basic NFC scanning and reading functionality is available without a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18WQaDB3NZY3_zu3YnH6WH2F3KTI-G0Yb7-ltAgRTV8c/edit?usp=sharing Term of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bjGNN2bmK9iNc0njy6E7_92lyxXMz9CV8Azu7SxGQeU/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

NFC Tools4 screens
NFC Reader & Writer Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: NFC Tools at 14K against NFC Reader & Writer Tools's 55. NFC Tools also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and chart position (#166 vs unranked). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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 Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NFC Reader & Writer Tools sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tools has 14K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 51% and 50% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Tools ships an update every 3 weeks, NFC Reader & Writer Tools every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
NFC Tools versus NFC Reader & Writer Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC ToolsNFC Reader & Writer Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (14K ratings) — better4.3 (55 ratings)
Positive reviews50.7% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14K — better55
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#166 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperwakdevCHANT'S BEAUTY SALON (PTY) LTD

Customer experience

NFC Tools

All ratings14,214 ratings
Positive90.3%
Neutral2.2%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews706 reviews
Positive50.7%
Neutral9.8%
Negative39.5%

NFC Reader & Writer Tools

All ratings55 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative18.2%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

Bugs and requests

NFC Tools

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cannot unlock NFC tags after locking them
  • Contacts and WiFi records not working as expected
  • Inconsistent behavior when reading/writing tags
  • Restore purchase feature not functioning properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to bulk write NFC tags
  • Improve compatibility with wpa2 enterprise WiFi settings
  • Implement file explorer for loading custom tag data
  • Add option to write data to Apple Wallet
  • Provide emulator functionality for testing without tags

NFC Reader & Writer Tools

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

NFC Tools

One-time1
  • NFC Tools - Pro Edition$3.99
5 purchases

NFC Reader & Writer Tools

Subscriptions5
  • NFC Tools Premium$1.997 Days
  • QR Code Premium$5.997 Days
  • QR Code Scanner Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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  • NFC Premium$5.997 Days
  • NFC Tools3 Days trial$5.997 Days

Questions

Is NFC Tools free?
NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NFC Reader & Writer Tools free?
NFC Reader & Writer Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NFC Tools or NFC Reader & Writer Tools?
NFC Tools is rated higher. NFC Tools averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while NFC Reader & Writer Tools averages 4.3 from 55 ratings.
Do NFC Tools or NFC Reader & Writer Tools have ads?
Neither NFC Tools nor NFC Reader & Writer Tools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC Tools or NFC Reader & Writer Tools?
NFC Tools ships an update every 3 weeks, and NFC Reader & Writer Tools every 2 weeks. Most recently, NFC Tools was updated on October 15, 2026 and NFC Reader & Writer Tools on September 30, 2026.

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