Comparison

NFC Tap vs NFC Tool

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 new NFC core feature of iOS 17, 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 Tool

Harness the power of NFC technology to read and write tags, automate tasks, and control smart home devices. This app transforms your iPhone into a versatile NFC tool for managing personal information, sharing data, and launching applications with a simple tap.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC tags
  • Create personalized tasks
  • Automate operations with scripts
  • Control smart home devices
  • Share and transfer data
  • Manage NFC tag functionalities
Features
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Discover and harness the power of NFC technology with NFC Tool and experience the convenience and creativity it brings! NFC Tool is a powerful iOS application that turns your iPhone into a versatile tool by utilizing Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. With NFC Tool, you can effortlessly read and write NFC tags to quickly perform specific tasks and actions. Whether it's managing your personal information, controlling smart home devices, accessing website links, executing automation scripts, or interacting with other compatible devices, NFC Tool has got you covered. Key Features: 1. NFC Tag Management: Create, edit, and delete NFC tags and define custom actions and functionalities for each tag. 2. Personalized Tasks: Assign different tasks and actions to different NFC tags for quick launching of your favorite applications, adjusting device settings, sending messages, and more. 3. Automation Scripts: Use the built-in automation script feature to trigger a series of predefined operations and tasks by simply tapping NFC tags. 4. Smart Home Control: Configure NFC tags to control smart home devices such as lights, temperature, security systems, and more, enhancing the convenience and comfort of your smart lifestyle. 5. Data Sharing and Transfer: Share and transfer data with other NFC-enabled devices, swiftly exchange contact information, photos, music, and files. NFC Tool offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface, fully leveraging the potential of your iOS device, allowing you to fully enjoy the convenience and creativity that NFC technology brings. Download NFC Tool now and embark on a new NFC experience, transforming your iPhone into a smart, multifunctional tool! Please note: NFC Tool requires NFC-enabled devices to be used. Certain features may require specific NFC tags or support from external devices.

Screenshots

NFC Tap4 screens
NFC Tool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Tool at 5.0 against NFC Tap's 4.2. NFC Tool also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). NFC Tap's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (229 vs 4). On price, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Tool holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tap has 229 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of NFC Tap's written reviews are positive against 43% of NFC Tool's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
NFC Tap versus NFC Tool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC TapNFC Tool
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (229 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews55.3% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings229 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.614.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSTMicroelectronicsHONG KONG MILLION TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Customer experience

NFC Tap

All ratings219 ratings
Positive79.5%
Neutral6.8%
Negative13.7%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive55.3%
Neutral3.9%
Negative40.8%

NFC Tool

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

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 Tool

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

NFC Tap

No in-app purchases

None

NFC Tool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC Tap free?
NFC Tap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Tool free?
NFC Tool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NFC Tap or NFC Tool?
NFC Tool is rated higher. NFC Tap averages 4.2 out of 5 from 229 ratings, while NFC Tool averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do NFC Tap or NFC Tool have ads?
NFC Tool shows ads; NFC Tap does not.

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