NFC Scanner and Reader vs NFC
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NFC Scanner and Reader
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.
- Scan NFC tags
- Read NFC tag data
- Export RAW data
- Simple interface
- No advertisements
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Just simple clear NFC scanner. Scan, read and export RAW data from NFC tags.
NFC
Easily read, write, and lock NFC tags with this utility app. It supports various tag types, allows writing text or URLs, and offers pre-built templates for common tasks like Wi-Fi logins and contact cards. You can also erase tags and set passwords.
- Read NFC tag data
- Write text and URLs to NFC tags
- Lock NFC tags to make them read-only
- Pre-built templates for common NFC tasks
- Set and remove NFC tag passwords
- Erase NFC tags
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NFC - Reader & Writer provides a simple and easy-to-use solution to Read, Write, and Lock an NFC Tag. Read: - Tap the Read button to read a compatible NFC Tag. - Opens URL's if allows in settings - Manufacturer & model (NTAG213, NTAG215, Ultralight, Mifare, etc.) - Serial number & tech details - Memory size, tag type & available technologies - iCloud-Synced Tag Read History Write: - Type in text then press the write button to write to an NFC Tag. - Write in text or URL (using https:// format). - Save any template or stack you create Create useful NFC tags in seconds with prebuilt templates: - Wi-Fi Login - Contact Card - Bluetooth - Location / Maps - Website Link - Email - SMS - Custom Text or NDEF Records Lock: - Press the lock button to make an NFC Tag "read only" meaning you will no longer be able to write to that same NFC Tag (This is permanent) Tools: - Set or remove NFC passwords - Erase tags *Works with iPhone 7 or newer* More features to come!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: NFC at 4.3 against NFC Scanner and Reader's 3.0. NFC also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 33%) and ratings volume (95 vs 2). NFC Scanner and Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. NFC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. NFC Scanner and Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC has 95 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of NFC Scanner and Reader's written reviews are positive against 59% of NFC's.
| Parameter | NFC Scanner and Reader | NFC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.0 (2 ratings) | 4.3 (95 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | 59.2% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 95 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 0 MB | 16 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Aleksandr Balyberdin | Cameron Nazemi |
Customer experience
NFC Scanner and Reader
NFC
Bugs and requests
NFC Scanner and Reader
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
NFC
Reported bugs
8 issues- Full tag text truncated
- App became unusable
- Doesn't open URLs
- No read on iPhone 15 Pro
- Doesn't read NFC tags
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- Not working at all
- Can't get all scans
- Kodu okumuyor
Requested features
7 requests- Automatic scan on app open
- Dark mode icon
- Formatting NFC tag
- SSID WiFi option
- Ad-free version
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- Reset NFC chip
- Clear NFC chip to factory default
In-app purchases
NFC Scanner and Reader
No in-app purchases
NFC
- NFC Pro (Monthly)$0.491 Month
- NFC Pro$0.99
Questions
Is NFC Scanner and Reader free?
Is NFC free?
Which has better reviews, NFC Scanner and Reader or NFC?
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