Comparison

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer vs SwingTrace

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” 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 โ€ข Tag type, exact chip model, ID, memory size and lock status โ€ข Text, links and other NDEF records in plain, readable form โ€ข Raw memory dump with a HEX view for non-NDEF tags โ€ข Copy any value with one tap โ€ข Export a scan as clean JSON โ€ข Erase a tag back to blank PRO (ONE-TIME PURCHASE) โ€ข Write text or a link: web, email, phone, SMS or location โ€ข Clone a tag to a blank tag in a few taps โ€ข Write files or several records at once โ€ข Edit records as JSON, or raw memory in a hex editor โ€ข Write to and erase password-protected NTAG21x tags โ€ข Permanent lock (can't be undone) Your first 3 writes are free, clones included. Pay once, keep it forever. No subscription. GOOD TO KNOW โ€ข 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. โ€ข Works offline. No data collection. โ€ข 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

SwingTrace

Features
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SwingTrace helps golfers review swing videos with clear tools for local practice analysis. Import or record a swing video, slow it down, compare key moments, and add manual reference lines for posture, club path, and setup checks. SwingTrace also supports on-device Ball Trajectory previews for supported videos, with clear local status such as Local generated, Local low confidence, Local failed, or Source missing. Built for players who want a focused review workflow, SwingTrace keeps the core video analysis experience simple: open a swing, inspect the motion, add notes, and share useful clips when needed. Key features: Import or record golf swing videos Review videos with playback controls Add manual A-line annotations Generate on-device Ball Trajectory previews for supported videos See clear local trajectory status and confidence labels Sign in with Apple or continue with an account flow Access Pro features with Apple in-app purchase Export or share supported review content SwingTrace does not replace a coach or provide medical advice. Use it as a practice review tool to help you see your swing more clearly. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.swingtrace.golf/#/privacy

Screenshots

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer4 screens
SwingTrace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer at none against SwingTrace's 2. SwingTrace's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.5). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. SwingTrace sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 6 level
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer versus SwingTrace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC Scanner, Reader & WriterSwingTrace
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews33.3% of reviewsโ€”
Update frequencyEvery 100 monthsโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo โ€” betterYes
MonetizationFreeโ€”
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.516.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size1 MB4 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAleksandr BalyberdinCurry Fish Balls Limited

In-app purchases

None

NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SwingTrace

Subscriptions2
  • SwingTrace Pro7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • SwingTrace Pro7 Days trial$69.991 Year

Questions

Is NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer free?
NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SwingTrace free?
SwingTrace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer or SwingTrace have ads?
Neither NFC Scanner, Reader & Writer nor SwingTrace shows ads.

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