# Simply NFC vs PetScan

The clearest difference is rating: Simply NFC at 4.1 against PetScan's 1.0. Simply NFC also leads on review sentiment (47% vs 11%) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 10 months). PetScan's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simply NFC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. PetScan asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simply NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simply NFC has 187 ratings behind it against 2, 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 11% of PetScan's.

Simply NFC ships an update fortnightly, PetScan every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simply NFC | PetScan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (187 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-nfc-tag-writerreader/id1262550712/reviews)** | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petscan/id1450839727/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **187** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **47.2% of reviews** | 11.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 10 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 5 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lakeside Llama LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380892444) | [ATRIA-TRADING](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441232309) |

## 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


### PetScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petscan/id1450839727)

This utility app connects to compatible RFID readers for iOS devices to scan and manage pet chip information. It allows users to record scan history, modify chip memory with contact details, and assign pet owner information, including pictures. Data can be exported as spreadsheets and visualized on a map.

**Highlights:** Connects to RFID readers, Initiates scans from iOS device, Records scan history, Modifies RFID chip memory, Assigns pet owner details and photos, Exports data to spreadsheets, Visualizes scan locations on a map

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simply NFC free?

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

### Is PetScan free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Simply NFC or PetScan?

Simply NFC is rated higher. Simply NFC averages 4.1 out of 5 from 187 ratings, while PetScan averages 1.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Simply NFC or PetScan have ads?

Neither Simply NFC nor PetScan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simply NFC or PetScan?

Simply NFC ships an update fortnightly, and PetScan every 10 months. Most recently, Simply NFC was updated on October 23, 2026 and PetScan on October 6, 2026.

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