# NFC Scanner and Reader vs Smart NFC Tools

The clearest difference is rating: Smart NFC Tools at 4.6 against NFC Scanner and Reader's 3.0. Smart NFC Tools also leads on ratings volume (476 vs 2). NFC Scanner and Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.6). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Smart NFC Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart NFC Tools has 476 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 33% of NFC Scanner and Reader's written reviews are positive against 30% of Smart NFC Tools's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Scanner and Reader | Smart NFC Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-scanner-and-reader/id1412562575/reviews) | **[4.6 (476 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **476** |
| Positive reviews | **33.3% of reviews** | 30.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 0 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aleksandr Balyberdin](https://appshunter.io/developer/336185043) | [Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.](https://appshunter.io/developer/867175889) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC Scanner and Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-scanner-and-reader/id1412562575)

This utility app allows users to scan and read data from NFC tags. It provides a straightforward interface for accessing raw information and exporting it. The application is free to use and does not display advertisements.

**Highlights:** Scan NFC tags, Read NFC tag data, Export RAW data, Simple interface, No advertisements

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 Scanner and Reader free?

NFC Scanner and Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart NFC Tools free?

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

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

Smart NFC Tools is rated higher. NFC Scanner and Reader averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Smart NFC Tools averages 4.6 from 476 ratings.

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

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

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