Comparison

NFC Tap vs Scan All

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

Scan All

This app is a versatile scanner that handles QR codes, barcodes, NFC tags, and documents. It allows users to create, share, and convert various code types, offering a comprehensive solution for scanning needs.

Highlights
  • QR code scanning and generation
  • Barcode scanning and generation
  • NFC tag reading and writing
  • Document scanning with auto-crop
  • Code conversion between types
  • Unlimited code generation
Features
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The Only 4-in-1 Scanner You'll Ever Need Scan QR codes, barcodes, NFC tags, AND documents - all in one powerful app. Then create, share, and convert them instantly! WHY SCAN ALL IS DIFFERENT We're the ONLY app that combines: - Lightning-fast QR & barcode scanning - Professional document scanner with auto-crop - Complete NFC tag reading & writing - Unlimited code generation & conversion No more juggling multiple apps. Scan All does it all. PERFECT FOR Business professionals: Receipts, business cards, product labels, inventory Everyday use: WiFi sharing, document backup, opening links Students: Textbook codes, assignment scanning, study materials Events: Tickets, badges, contactless check-ins POWERFUL FEATURES DOCUMENT SCANNER (NEW!) - Scan receipts, invoices, business cards, IDs - Auto-crop and perspective correction - Export to PDF or JPG - OCR text recognition (coming soon) QR CODES - Scan any QR code instantly - Generate codes for: text, URLs, WiFi, contacts, social media, locations - Save and reuse your created codes - No watermarks on generated codes BARCODES - Scan UPC, EAN, Code 39, Code 128, PDF 417 - Create barcodes for products and inventory - Product lookup with pricing (premium) - Full scan history NFC TAGS - Read and write NFC tags - Program tags with any data type - Erase and reprogram tags - Compatible with all NFC-enabled devices SEAMLESS CONVERSION Transform any code type into another - QR to barcode, barcode to NFC, document to QR code, and more. TRUSTED BY THOUSANDS Join users worldwide who scan everything with Scan All. FREE CORE FEATURES - Unlimited QR & barcode scans - Document scanning with auto-crop - Basic NFC reading - Code generation - Local storage PREMIUM UNLOCKS - Advanced NFC writing - Priority support - Ad-free experience --- Got questions? We're here to help! Email support: trothmatrixapps@gmail.com Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy: https://www.trothmatrix.com/

Screenshots

NFC Tap4 screens
Scan All4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Scan All at 100% against NFC Tap's 54%. Scan All also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months) and device support (3 vs 1). NFC Tap's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price and iOS requirement 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. Scan All sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per 7 days. NFC Tap asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Tap ships an update every 2 months, Scan All monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
NFC Tap versus Scan All: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC TapScan All
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (231 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.8% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings231 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTMicroelectronicsTROTHMATRIX

Customer experience

NFC Tap

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

Scan All

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
Show 1 more
  • Remove automatic tag scan prompt on app open

Scan All

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

NFC Tap

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Scan All

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly subscription3 Days trial$0.497 Days
  • Premium Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • ScanAll Yearly Subscription1 Month trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is NFC Tap free?
NFC Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scan All free?
Scan All is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC Tap or Scan All have ads?
Scan All shows ads; NFC Tap does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC Tap or Scan All?
NFC Tap ships an update every 2 months, and Scan All monthly. Most recently, NFC Tap was updated on October 24, 2026 and Scan All on October 27, 2026.

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