NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer vs Pix
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Scan NFC tags
- Read NFC tag data
- Export RAW data
- Simple interface
- No advertisements
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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 β’ Tag type, exact chip model, ID, memory size and lock status β’ Text, links and other NDEF records in plain, readable form β’ Raw memory dump with a HEX view for non-NDEF tags β’ Copy any value with one tap β’ Export a scan as clean JSON β’ Erase a tag back to blank PRO (ONE-TIME PURCHASE) β’ Write text or a link: web, email, phone, SMS or location β’ Clone a tag to a blank tag in a few taps β’ Write files or several records at once β’ Edit records as JSON, or raw memory in a hex editor β’ Write to and erase password-protected NTAG21x tags β’ Permanent lock (can't be undone) Your first 3 writes are free, clones included. Pay once, keep it forever. No subscription. GOOD TO KNOW β’ 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. β’ Works offline. No data collection. β’ You need an iPhone with NFC. Made by one independent developer: me. Question or an idea? Use the support link, I read every message.
Pix
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PixConvert is a fast and easy image converter for everyday use. Convert images between popular formats like HEIC, JPG, and PNG in just a few seconds β perfect for sharing, saving, and working with your photos. With PixConvert, you can convert single images or process multiple files at once. Quality control lets you adjust the output to fit your needs, so you stay in control of your converted images. What PixConvert offers: β’ Convert between HEIC, JPG, and PNG β’ Fast and simple to use β’ Quality control for output images β’ Batch processing for multiple files at once β’ Great for photos, social media, uploads, and sharing Whether you want to make HEIC files more compatible, convert JPGs, or work with PNG images, PixConvert helps you do it quickly and easily.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Pix at every 3 months against NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer's every 100 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer ships an update every 100 months, Pix every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer | Pix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | β |
| Update frequency | Every 100 months | Every 3 months β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | β |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad β better |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 17.6 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aleksandr Balyberdin | Tobias Schmitt |
In-app purchases
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer
No in-app purchases
Pix
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer free?
Is Pix free?
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