Comparison

NFC Tap vs NFC Reader And Writer

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

NFC Tap

This app allows users to read and write NFC tags, supporting various tag types and NDEF message formats. It enables quick actions like connecting to Wi-Fi, pairing Bluetooth devices, opening URLs, and initiating calls or messages directly from NFC tags.

Highlights
  • Read/Write NFC tags
  • Support ST25 Type5 & Type4A tags
  • Read/Write NDEF Messages (URL, Text, SMS, etc.)
  • Connect to Wi-Fi devices
  • Pair Bluetooth devices
  • Initiate calls, SMS, and emails
  • Control ISO15693 commands
Features
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The NFC Tap iOS App leverages on the NFC core feature of iOS supporting the read an write of NFC tags from iPhone 7 and later devices. It gives users a new experience based on the tag's NDEF content, making it easier and faster to perform recorded actions as described below. Main Features: • Support every STMicroelectronics ST25 Type5 & Type4A series tags. • App Clip based on URL https://www.myst25.com/clip • Read/Write user memory for Type5 tags. This allows user to read, write or update the content of any Type5 tags. • ISO15693/NFC Type5 commands list User Interface. This allows user to manage all ISO15693 commands. • ISO15693/NFC Type5 custom commands list User Interface • Fast Transfer Mode using STMicroelectronics ST25DV-I2C and ST25DVC tags. • PWM Control user interface for STMicroelectronics ST25DV-PWM tags. • Read/Write any kinds of NDEF Messages, NFC Forum compliant (URL, Text, SMS, email, Call, Map, VCard, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi®, Mime and Externals) • Universal Link with URL : https://www.myst25.com • Custom App URL Scheme “nfctap://”: - This allows user to open our iOS app from any other iOS app or from the safari browser using the custom URL scheme “nfctap://” In Details, the App features several functions enabled by the NFC tag content: - Connect to Wifi devices identified by its SSID, Key password and encryption type. - Connect to Bluetooth devices: Facilitates the pairing with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices. After tapping a tag with the phone, the NFC Tap iOS App will recognize any Bluetooth pairing NDEF record and connect the phone directly to the specified device. - Open a URL in a browser: Opens a web page to the URL contained in the tag's NDEF record. - Get contact information: Displays and saves contact information (including ID picture) by tapping a tag containing a business card(vCard) message. - Geolocalize a position: Opens Apple Maps to the GPS location stored in the tag being tapped. - Initiate an SMS or Email: Opens the relevant email or SMS application with information contained in the tag being tapped. The user can then choose to send the email/SMS or edit it before sending. Use cases include, but are not limited to, customer service information for warranty or loyalty programs. - Initiate a phone call: Opens the phone service to the number contained in the tag's NDEF message. - Read a Text: Displays the text message contained in the tag being tapped. - Mime NDEF exemples: MimeType = application/pdf / MimeData = userManual.pdf - External NDEF exemples: application = video ; type = mpeg ; Data = video.mov Additionally, the NFC Tap App application include Bluetooth pairing with a ST25DV discovery board.

About

NFC Reader And Writer

This utility app allows users to read and write NFC tags, with support for cloning. Its straightforward interface makes it accessible for both tech enthusiasts and developers working with NFC technology.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tags
  • Write NFC tags
  • Clone NFC tags
  • Multi-label reading and writing
  • Simple and easy-to-understand interface
Features
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NFC reader is a powerful NFC reader. NFC label reading and writing can be realized. Cloning of NFC tags is also supported. Support multi label reading and writing. The interface is simple and easy to understand. Whether you are a technology enthusiast or preparing to develop NFC related products, this tool can help you play NFC better. [Instructions for Continuous Subscription Members] 1. Continuous subscriptions will automatically renew until you close them. 2. You can cancel your subscription or free trial at any time by going to your iTunes account. 3. 24 hours before the expiration of the subscription service, the system will automatically renew and deduct corresponding fees according to the subscription type. 4. To disable the continuous monthly subscription service, please operate in the "Account Settings" at least 24 hours in advance. 5. The trial period is 3 days, and it will automatically renew as a paid subscription after the trial ends. 6. Any unused portion (if any) during the trial period will be automatically invalidated when the user purchases a paid subscription. 7. Privacy and Policy: http://www.kunpenglife.com/yinsixieyi.html " 8. User License Agreement (EULA): http://www.kunpenglife.com/yonghuxieyi.html 9. Technical support: http://www.kunpenglife.com 10. Due to the subscription being made through the Apple App Store, we are unable to view or modify your subscription information. If you have any questions about payment and subscription, please visit https://support.apple.com/zh-cn/HT204084 Initiate a refund request to Apple.

Screenshots

NFC Tap4 screens
NFC Reader And Writer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Tap at 4.2 against NFC Reader And Writer's 1.7. NFC Tap also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). NFC Reader And Writer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (67% vs 54%). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NFC Reader And Writer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. NFC Tap asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Tap holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tap has 231 ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of NFC Tap's written reviews are positive against 67% of NFC Reader And Writer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Tap ships an update every 2 months, NFC Reader And Writer every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
NFC Tap versus NFC Reader And Writer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC TapNFC Reader And Writer
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (231 ratings) — better1.7 (16 ratings)
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings231 — better16
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB79 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTMicroelectronics魁鹏 宋

Customer experience

NFC Tap

All ratings231 ratings
Positive78.8%
Neutral6.5%
Negative14.7%
Written reviews78 reviews
Positive53.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative42.3%

NFC Reader And Writer

All ratings16 ratings
Positive12.5%
Neutral6.3%
Negative81.3%
Written reviews27 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral3.7%
Negative29.6%

Bugs and requests

NFC Tap

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Unable to write to tags
  • Error indicating need to read tag first
  • No longer works
  • Cannot read, edit, or write back memory to 15693 tag
  • Crashing when scanning NXP Mifare
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  • Error message: 'need to read a card on the main screen'
  • App closes when scanning NXP Mifare
  • Password protection bug on iOS (cannot enter password)
  • CCFile Error with Type 5 chips on iPhone
  • Required to scan tag before reading/writing memory
  • Throws an error for CCFile
  • Unable to read ST25 chips on iPhone

Requested features

6 requests
  • Display NDEF record in HEX
  • Fix password protection bug on iOS
  • Allow importing bin files
  • Improve user-friendliness for beginners
  • Connect Digimon Vital Bracelet with VB Lab
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  • Remove automatic tag scan prompt on app open

NFC Reader And Writer

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

NFC Tap

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NFC Reader And Writer

Subscriptions1
  • 三个月的会员3 Days trial$1.993 Months
One-time1
  • NFC VIP$2.99

Questions

Is NFC Tap free?
NFC Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Reader And Writer free?
NFC Reader And Writer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NFC Tap or NFC Reader And Writer?
NFC Tap is rated higher. NFC Tap averages 4.2 out of 5 from 231 ratings, while NFC Reader And Writer averages 1.7 from 16 ratings.
Do NFC Tap or NFC Reader And Writer have ads?
NFC Reader And Writer shows ads; NFC Tap does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC Tap or NFC Reader And Writer?
NFC Tap ships an update every 2 months, and NFC Reader And Writer every 3 weeks. Most recently, NFC Tap was updated on October 24, 2026 and NFC Reader And Writer on October 24, 2026.

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