# Simply NFC vs NFC Controller

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NFC Controller at none against Simply NFC's 1. Simply NFC's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Simply NFC | NFC Controller |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.1 (183 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-nfc-tag-writerreader/id1262550712/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **183** | — |
| Positive reviews | 47.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 5 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **14.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lakeside Llama LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380892444) | [Ninesharp Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1631967177) |

## 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 Controller

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-controller-read-and-write/id6737225662)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simply NFC free?

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

### Is NFC Controller free?

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

### Do Simply NFC or NFC Controller have ads?

NFC Controller shows ads; Simply NFC does not.

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