# NFC Reader & Scanner vs NFC Read Write

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NFC Read Write at 100% against NFC Reader & Scanner's 0%. NFC Read Write also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.9). NFC Reader & Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (7 vs 2) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). 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 NFC Read Write sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NFC Read Write holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of NFC Reader & Scanner's written reviews are positive against 100% of NFC Read Write's.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Reader & Scanner | NFC Read Write |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-scanner/id1282502362/reviews) | **[4.5 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-read-write/id1567809035/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 43 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Serialio Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/333178140) |

## 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 |


### NFC Read Write

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-read-write/id1567809035)

Easily read and write NFC tags using your iPhone. Securely store encrypted records or unencrypted data like URLs, text, and contact information. Connect to Wi-Fi networks instantly without sharing passwords.

**Highlights:** Read and write NFC tags, Write encrypted NFConnect records, Write unencrypted NDEF data, Store URLs, text, phone numbers, and more, Join WiFi networks without passwords, Supports various NFC tag types

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scanning more tags | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock SmartPoster writing | $24.99 | one-time |
| NDEF Text language | $24.99 | one-time |
| MQTT Support | $199.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC Reader & Scanner free?

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

### Is NFC Read Write free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NFC Reader & Scanner or NFC Read Write?

NFC Read Write is rated higher. NFC Reader & Scanner averages 1.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while NFC Read Write averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.

### Do NFC Reader & Scanner or NFC Read Write have ads?

Neither NFC Reader & Scanner nor NFC Read Write shows ads.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*