# NFC Reader & Scanner vs Smart NFC

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Smart NFC at 100% against NFC Reader & Scanner's 0%. Smart NFC also leads on rating (3.0 vs 1.9) and monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases). NFC Reader & Scanner's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (7 vs 2). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC Reader & Scanner sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart NFC sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Smart NFC holds the better App Store score, 3.0 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 Smart NFC's.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Reader & Scanner | Smart NFC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-scanner/id1282502362/reviews) | **[3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tag-reader-and-writer/id1612031748/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 43 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TapMedia Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/359632753) | [Hexalitics Technology Pvt. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1611898082) |

## 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tag-reader-and-writer/id1612031748)

Easily read and write information to NFC tags. This tool allows you to quickly access the content of NFC tags or write text and URLs onto them.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tag content, Write text to NFC tags, Write URLs to NFC tags, Fast NFC tag interaction, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual | $10.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC Reader & Scanner free?

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

### Is Smart NFC free?

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

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

Smart NFC is rated higher. NFC Reader & Scanner averages 1.9 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Smart NFC averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Smart NFC shows ads; NFC Reader & Scanner does not.

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