Comparison

PetScan vs NFC

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

Head to head
About

PetScan

This utility app connects to compatible RFID readers for iOS devices to scan and manage pet chip information. It allows users to record scan history, modify chip memory with contact details, and assign pet owner information, including pictures. Data can be exported as spreadsheets and visualized on a map.

Highlights
  • Connects to RFID readers
  • Initiates scans from iOS device
  • Records scan history
  • Modifies RFID chip memory
  • Assigns pet owner details and photos
  • Exports data to spreadsheets
  • Visualizes scan locations on a map
Read full description

Connect your RFID reader to your iPhone® or iPad®. Supported readers : RT100, RT100M, RT-250, V8BT, V8M. Offered functionalities : • Initiate scans from your iOS device • Receive scan directly from the reader • Record reader's memory export in the database • Record history of all scans • Modify RFID chip's internal memory: write a contact name and phone number in the chip with the reader • Assign owner's name and address along with a picture of the pet to each scanned chips • Export scan history and internal database as spreadsheet files • Visualize where a scan has been made on a map

About

NFC

Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. View memory content, manufacturer data, and protocol specifications. Export scan results to PDF or CSV for documentation and research.

Highlights
  • Scan ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tags
  • Read accessible memory blocks
  • Display technical specifications and metadata
  • Export scan results to PDF/CSV
  • Supports multiple tag technologies
  • Scan history with search and filtering
  • VoiceOver accessibility support
Features
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Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. A specialized tool for reading NFC tag data within iOS CoreNFC framework limitations. NFC SCANNING CAPABILITIES • Supports ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tag types • Reads available memory blocks and system information • Displays manufacturer and model identification data • Exports scan results to PDF / CSV format for documentation MEMORY READING FEATURES • Reads accessible memory blocks from compatible NFC tags • Displays memory content in hexadecimal and ASCII formats • Shows technical specifications and metadata • Analyzes memory patterns and data structures SUPPORTED TAG TECHNOLOGIES ISO15693 Tags: • ICODE SLI, SLI-S, SLI-L series • ICODE SLX, SLX2 series • ICODE DNA series ISO14443 Tags: • MiFare Classic, Ultralight, DESFire • Various contactless smart cards Additional Support: • ISO7816 contactless cards • FeliCa technology tags • Standard NFC Forum compliant tags TECHNICAL INFORMATION • Manufacturer identification (NXP, STMicroelectronics, Infineon, others) • Security status indicators (AFI, DSFID, EAS where available) • Memory architecture and capacity information • Protocol specifications and operating parameters INTERFACE AND FEATURES • Clean, accessible interface design • Scan history with search and filtering • Multiple language support • PDF / CSV export functionality • VoiceOver accessibility support PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS • IT and network administration • Inventory and asset management • NFC technology research and education • Personal NFC projects and learning IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS • Memory reading capabilities are subject to iOS CoreNFC framework restrictions • Some tag features may be inaccessible due to security policies • Actual functionality depends on tag type and manufacturer settings • Requires iPhone 7 or later with NFC capability This app works within Apple's CoreNFC framework and respects all iOS security limitations. No personal data is collected or transmitted.

Screenshots

PetScan4 screens
NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC at 3.3 against PetScan's 1.0. NFC also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 11%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 10 months). PetScan's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and ratings volume 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 one-off in-app purchases. PetScan asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC holds the better App Store score, 3.3 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of PetScan's written reviews are positive against 50% of NFC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PetScan ships an update every 10 months, NFC every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
PetScan versus NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPetScanNFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)3.3 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews11.1% of reviews50.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings24 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size24 MB5 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperATRIA-TRADINGJongMin Lee

Customer experience

PetScan

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive11.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative88.9%

NFC

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

PetScan

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NFC

One-time2
  • 1 Month Premium Access$0.99
  • 1 Year Premium Pass$2.99

Questions

Is PetScan free?
PetScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PetScan or NFC?
NFC is rated higher. PetScan averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while NFC averages 3.3 from 4 ratings.
Do PetScan or NFC have ads?
NFC shows ads; PetScan does not.
Which is updated more often, PetScan or NFC?
PetScan ships an update every 10 months, and NFC every 5 weeks. Most recently, PetScan was updated on October 6, 2026 and NFC on October 9, 2026.

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