Comparison

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer vs NFC

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer

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
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Hold your iPhone near a tag and see what's inside. Then edit it, copy it to another tag, or wipe it clean. Version 2.0 is a full rewrite with a new design and many new features. FREE, NO ADS Reading, erasing and export are free forever. No ads, no subscriptions, no sign-up. READ & ERASE • Tag type, exact chip model, ID, memory size and lock status • Text, links and other NDEF records in plain, readable form • Raw memory dump with a HEX view for non-NDEF tags • Copy any value with one tap • Export a scan as clean JSON • Erase a tag back to blank PRO (ONE-TIME PURCHASE) • Write text or a link: web, email, phone, SMS or location • Clone a tag to a blank tag in a few taps • Write files or several records at once • Edit records as JSON, or raw memory in a hex editor • Write to and erase password-protected NTAG21x tags • Permanent lock (can't be undone) Your first 3 writes are free, clones included. Pay once, keep it forever. No subscription. GOOD TO KNOW • Bank cards, transit passes and encrypted access cards are protected by design. iOS doesn't allow copying or editing them, so the app shows only their ID and basic info. • Works offline. No data collection. • You need an iPhone with NFC. Made by one independent developer: me. Question or an idea? Use the support link, I read every message.

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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!

Screenshots

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer4 screens
NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer at none against NFC's 2. NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer also leads on ads (none vs shown). NFC's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 100 months) and review sentiment (60% vs 33%). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NFC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer ships an update every 100 months, NFC fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer versus NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC Scanner, Reader & WriterNFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.3 (96 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—96 — better
Update frequencyEvery 100 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.516.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB16 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperAleksandr BalyberdinCameron Nazemi

Customer experience

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer

Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

NFC

All ratings96 ratings
Positive82.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative36.0%

Bugs and requests

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer

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
Show 3 more
  • 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
Show 2 more
  • Reset NFC chip
  • Clear NFC chip to factory default

In-app purchases

None

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NFC

Subscriptions1
  • NFC Pro (Monthly)$0.491 Month
One-time1
  • NFC Pro$0.99

Questions

Is NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer free?
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer or NFC have ads?
NFC shows ads; NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer or NFC?
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer ships an update every 100 months, and NFC fortnightly. Most recently, NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer was updated on October 10, 2026 and NFC on October 14, 2026.

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