# NFC Reader & Scanner vs Smart NFC Tools

The clearest difference is rating: Smart NFC Tools at 4.6 against NFC Reader & Scanner's 1.9. Smart NFC Tools also leads on review sentiment (30% vs 0%) and ratings volume (478 vs 7). NFC Reader & Scanner's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC Reader & Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart NFC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart NFC Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart NFC Tools has 478 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of NFC Reader & Scanner's written reviews are positive against 30% of Smart NFC Tools's.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Reader & Scanner | Smart NFC Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-scanner/id1282502362/reviews) | **[4.6 (478 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **478** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **30.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 43 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.](https://appshunter.io/developer/867175889) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC Reader & Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-scanner/id1282502362)

This utility allows you to scan NFC tags directly from your iPhone. It automatically reads tag data and can open URLs in an integrated or third-party browser. Scans can be organized into folders for easy management.

**Highlights:** Scan NFC tags automatically, Load URLs in integrated browser, Load URLs in third-party browsers (in-app purchase), Organize scans into folders

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


### Smart NFC Tools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931)

Easily read, inspect, and modify NFC tags with this intuitive tool. Write to tags in various formats to trigger actions like opening websites or making calls. Prioritizes user privacy by operating entirely offline.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tag content, Inspect and modify NFC tags, Erase, lock, and copy tags, Write NFC tags in various formats, Trigger phone calls or open websites, 100% offline operation

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NFC Tools Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💰 Reasonable price
- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Very practical
- 👍 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Does not work
- 👎 Waste of money
- 👎 Free version limited
- 👎 Scam and money taken
- 👎 Paid and no function

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work to save contact card
- App glitches
- Doesn't work to read card and fob
- Paid for unlock, but restore doesn't work after iOS update
- Paid for ability to lock tags, but feature does not work

**Requested features**

- Add social media to chips
- Ability to add multiple items to card after paying


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC Reader & Scanner free?

NFC Reader & Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smart NFC Tools free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NFC Reader & Scanner or Smart NFC Tools?

Smart NFC Tools is rated higher. NFC Reader & Scanner averages 1.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Smart NFC Tools averages 4.6 from 478 ratings.

### Do NFC Reader & Scanner or Smart NFC Tools have ads?

Neither NFC Reader & Scanner nor Smart NFC Tools shows ads.

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