Comparison

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer vs DynaWatch

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

DynaWatch

Features
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DynaWatch is an independent, third-party mobile client for Dynatrace environments. It is NOT developed, endorsed, or affiliated with Dynatrace LLC in any way. DynaWatch connects directly to your existing Dynatrace Environment API v2 using your own API token. No data passes through our servers - your monitoring data flows exclusively between your Dynatrace environment and your device. IMPORTANT: A valid Dynatrace subscription and API token are required. DynaWatch does not provide monitoring services itself - it provides a native iOS interface to view data from your own Dynatrace environment. KEY FEATURES: • Problem Feed - View active problems and alerts in real-time • Entity Browser - Browse hosts, services, processes, and applications • Metrics & Dashboards - Visualize key performance indicators • Multi-Environment - Switch between multiple Dynatrace tenants • iOS Widgets - At-a-glance monitoring on your Home Screen SECURITY & PRIVACY: • API tokens stored exclusively in iOS Keychain • No backend servers - direct device-to-Dynatrace communication • No analytics, no tracking, no data collection by DynaWatch • All data stays on your device (SwiftData + iCloud sync optional) DynaWatch is a commercial product by an independent developer. Dynatrace® is a registered trademark of Dynatrace LLC. This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Dynatrace LLC. Subscription required for full features. See terms for details. Terms of Use: https://nexolab.pl/dynawatch/terms-of-use.html Apple EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://nexolab.pl/dynawatch/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer4 screens
DynaWatch4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer at none against DynaWatch's 2. DynaWatch's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 100 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. DynaWatch sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer ships an update every 100 months, DynaWatch every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer versus DynaWatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC Scanner, Reader & WriterDynaWatch
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 100 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.518.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAleksandr BalyberdinIGOR MAREK BARKOWSK

In-app purchases

None

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

DynaWatch

Subscriptions2
  • DynaWatch Pro$6.991 Month
  • DynaWatch Pro$69.991 Year

Questions

Is NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer free?
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DynaWatch free?
DynaWatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer or DynaWatch have ads?
Neither NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer nor DynaWatch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer or DynaWatch?
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer ships an update every 100 months, and DynaWatch every 3 weeks. Most recently, NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer was updated on October 10, 2026 and DynaWatch on September 28, 2026.

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