# NFC Reader vs NFC Tags

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Reader at 3.7 against NFC Tags's 1.0. NFC Reader also leads on ratings volume (43 vs 3). NFC Tags's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NFC Tags asks for nothing beyond the download.

NFC Reader holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Reader has 43 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Reader | NFC Tags |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[3.7 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-tag-scanner/id1324286598/reviews)** | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tags-read-and-write/id6450449715/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **43** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 9 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Julien Millau](https://appshunter.io/developer/1324286597) | [GOZOY LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576310119) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-tag-scanner/id1324286598)

Instantly read NFC and RFID tags without an account or internet connection. It supports various tag types, including business cards, Wi-Fi credentials, and location data, with features like multi-scan and a detailed history.

**Highlights:** Read NFC/RFID tags instantly, Offline functionality, Supports multiple tag types (vCard, Wi-Fi, URL), Scan history and multi-scan, Hexadecimal data view, Share tag content, Privacy-focused, no account needed

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |


### NFC Tags

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tags-read-and-write/id6450449715)

This application allows iOS users to read and write data on NFC tags. Create personalized tags for URLs, contacts, or Wi-Fi settings, and associate them with quick actions like making calls or opening apps. It simplifies NFC technology interaction for seamless use at home, work, or while traveling.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tag data, Write data to NFC tags, Create personalized tags, Write URLs, contacts, Wi-Fi settings, Perform quick actions, Associate tags with app actions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC Reader free?

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

### Is NFC Tags free?

NFC Tags is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, NFC Reader or NFC Tags?

NFC Reader is rated higher. NFC Reader averages 3.7 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while NFC Tags averages 1.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do NFC Reader or NFC Tags have ads?

Both NFC Reader and NFC Tags show 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.*