Simply NFC vs Yoseyomo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simply NFC
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.
- 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
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Simply NFC is a powerful, accessible, and easy-to-use NFC reader and writer for iPhone. Scan NFC tags instantly, create programmable tags, trigger HomeKit scenes, automate workflows, and create spoken text tags for visually impaired users, all without external hardware. Built with accessibility in mind: * Full VoiceOver support throughout the app * Spoken text tags that read aloud when scanned * Great for labeling household items, storage, medication, equipment, and more * Accessible scanning and writing workflows for blind and visually impaired users Features: * Scan NFC tags instantly * Read raw tag information * Save scan history automatically * Multi-tag scanning * Apple Watch remote scanning support Write and program NFC tags directly from your iPhone: * Text tags * Text-to-Voice tags * URL tags * HomeKit scene tags * Wi-Fi setup tags * Contact cards (vCard) * Email, SMS, phone, and FaceTime tags * Custom URI and app-launch tags * Location tags Advanced NFC features: * Import tag records * Configure write passwords * Edit and rewrite compatible tags * Export history as CSV or tab-delimited text * Integrate scans with your own web services HomeKit support: * Trigger HomeKit scenes from NFC tags * Background NFC support on compatible devices * Great for smart home and accessibility automations Siri Shortcuts and integrations: * Start scanning with Siri * Launch single or multi-scan modes * iMessage extension for sharing scan history Developer features: * URI scheme support: simplynfc://reader simplynfc://scan simplynfc://multiscan simplynfc://writer * Callback support for apps and websites * Send scanned tag data directly to your server * Build NFC workflows into your own apps and services Simply tap “Read NFC” and hold your iPhone near a tag. It’s that simple. Simply NFC is designed for beginners, power users, accessibility needs, smart homes, inventory systems, and NFC development workflows. We love hearing from our customers, so feel free to contact us with questions, concerns, issues, bugs, suggestions, or feature requests. We are always looking for ways to improve Simply NFC.
Yoseyomo
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Yoseyomo NFC Reader is the #1 app that will allow you to add more functionality to your Yoseyomo, thanks to YSYM NFC. Here you will find, in an ultra-simple way, everything you need to manage and protect your crypto assets. Read, write, or erase any NFC chip. Although it is specially designed to use Yoseyomo's YSYM NFC, it is the perfect tool to ensure your seed phrases are indestructible and always secure. BENEFITS → Store your information: Name your Yoseyomo, enter your wallet address, and add additional information such as passphrase or details about your algorithm or usage. → Identify your Yoseyomo: Read any NFC tag and set passwords (optional) to prevent unauthorized access. → Start over: Erase YSYM NFC tags to reuse them as needed. Although it is compatible with all NFC tags, Yoseyomo is specially designed to work perfectly with our brand's YSYM tags. FEATURE LIST → Read and Write NFC Tags → Reset NFC Tags → Add Password to Your NFC Tags → Compatible with Any NFC Tag → Optimized for Yoseyomo's YSYM NFC Customized Configuration Assign names and specific details to each tag. Enter the wallet address and other important data. Advanced Security Set passwords for reading and/or writing. Ensure no one else can access your data without authorization. Total Management and Control Erase and reset your tags to reuse them. Manage multiple wallets with ease. Yoseyomo: Your Seed Your Money Stop storing your seed phrases on paper or on your computer. Nothing happens until it happens. Yoseyomo makes your seed phrase of any crypto wallet INDESTRUCTIBLE. Take self-custody in the Web3 world to another level. Visit www.yoseyomo.com and get your Yoseyomo or even more YSYM NFC to protect and label all your crypto wallets. Download the app and share your experience Download the Yoseyomo app now and take your crypto security to the next level! If you like our app, leave us a positive review. Your opinion is valuable and helps us improve.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Yoseyomo at none against Simply NFC's 1. Yoseyomo also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Simply NFC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Yoseyomo asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Simply NFC | Yoseyomo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.1 (187 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 47.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 187 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Lakeside Llama LLC | YOSEYOMO SOCIEDAD LIMITADA |
Bugs and requests
Simply NFC
Reported bugs
13 issues- 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
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- Fails with different brand NFC tags
- Privacy policy not updated
- Error connecting or too much information when writing tags
- HomeKit scenes do not work, redirect to developer's website with 404 error
- White buttons on white background (visibility issue)
- Pro version not working for some users
- Restore purchase feature does not work
- App states it won't work with specific iPhone models despite being listed as compatible
Requested features
9 requests- 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
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- Add more languages (e.g., Russian)
- Improve VoiceOver support for tag selection and reading results
- Support writing HomeKit enabled tags on iPhone
- Add dark mode option for better visibility
Yoseyomo
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Simply NFC
- Pro Version$4.99
Yoseyomo
No in-app purchases









