# Simply NFC vs NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simply NFC at 47% against NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer's 0%. Simply NFC also leads on rating (4.1 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, 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 Scanner+Reader+Writer 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 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simply NFC has 183 ratings behind it against 1, 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 Scanner+Reader+Writer's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simply NFC | NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (183 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-nfc-tag-writerreader/id1262550712/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-scanner-plus-reader-plus-writer/id1636599520/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **183** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **47.2% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 5 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lakeside Llama LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380892444) | [j2sighte](https://appshunter.io/developer/309192476) |

## 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 Scanner+Reader+Writer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-scanner-plus-reader-plus-writer/id1636599520)

Easily read and write data to NFC tags using your mobile device. Once programmed, these tags can be used to trigger actions, such as opening specific applications.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tags, Write NFC tags, Program NFC tags to open apps, Supports iPhone, iPad, iPod, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove AD | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simply NFC free?

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

### Is NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer free?

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

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

Simply NFC is rated higher. Simply NFC averages 4.1 out of 5 from 183 ratings, while NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Simply NFC or NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer have ads?

NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer shows ads; Simply NFC does not.

### Which is updated more often, Simply NFC or NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer?

Simply NFC ships an update fortnightly, and NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer fortnightly. Most recently, Simply NFC was updated on October 14, 2026 and NFC Scanner+Reader+Writer on October 9, 2026.

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