# Simply NFC vs NFC Reader & Scanner

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simply NFC at 47% against NFC Reader & Scanner's 0%. Simply NFC also leads on rating (4.1 vs 1.9) and ratings volume (187 vs 7). NFC Reader & Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simply NFC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NFC Reader & Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Simply NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simply NFC has 187 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Simply NFC's written reviews are positive against 0% of NFC Reader & Scanner's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simply NFC | NFC Reader & Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (187 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-nfc-tag-writerreader/id1262550712/reviews)** | [1.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-scanner/id1282502362/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **187** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **47.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **11.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Lakeside Llama LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380892444) | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) |

## What reviewers say

### Simply NFC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-nfc-tag-writerreader/id1262550712)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simplicity and minimalism
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Decent design for a utility app
- 👍 Works well for simple things like URLs
- 👍 Good for understanding NFC chips

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Wifi option does not work
- 🐛 Wifi record doesn't work
- 🐛 Not all functions available in free version
- 🐛 Paid version has limited URL schemes
- 🐛 Does not read certain NFC tags (e.g., Mifare ultralight)

**Reported bugs**

- 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

**Requested features**

- 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


### NFC Reader & Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-scanner/id1282502362)

This utility allows you to scan NFC tags directly from your iPhone. It automatically reads tag data and can open URLs in an integrated or third-party browser. Scans can be organized into folders for easy management.

**Highlights:** Scan NFC tags automatically, Load URLs in integrated browser, Load URLs in third-party browsers (in-app purchase), Organize scans into folders

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simply NFC free?

Simply NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NFC Reader & Scanner free?

NFC Reader & Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Simply NFC or NFC Reader & Scanner?

Simply NFC is rated higher. Simply NFC averages 4.1 out of 5 from 187 ratings, while NFC Reader & Scanner averages 1.9 from 7 ratings.

### Do Simply NFC or NFC Reader & Scanner have ads?

Neither Simply NFC nor NFC Reader & Scanner shows ads.

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