Comparison

Trip Reader (NFC) vs NFC Reader

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

Head to head
About

Trip Reader (NFC)

Access your Chinese public transit card's balance and transaction history using your iPhone's NFC reader. View station names, monthly discounts, and bus routes without needing internet or Bluetooth. Save your travel history and sync it across devices.

Highlights
  • Read balance and history
  • Show station names
  • Track monthly discounts
  • Display bus route numbers
  • Save travel history
  • Sync to iCloud
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Trip Reader uses iPhone's internal NFC reader to get balance and history from public transit cards issued across China. No Internet or Bluetooth is needed. Main features: • Balance and history • Show station names • Monthly discount policy and progress • Bus route number • Save history and comments • Sync to iCloud ************************************** Beijing Yikatong is not supported due to technical reason. ************************************** Cards supported: • Beijing Hutong Card (京津冀互联互通卡, with T-Union mark) • Tianjin City Card (with T-Union mark) • Nanjing City Card (with T-Union mark) • Suzhou Citizen Card • Shanghai Public Transportation Card (Purple card and T-Union card) • Kunshan Citizen Card • Guangzhou Yang Cheng Tong (CPU card only) • Lingnan Pass • Shenzhen Tong (FeliCa type not supported) • Chengdu Tianfu Tong (CPU card only) • Other T-Union or City Union cards issued across China (some dual-module cards may show T-Union history only) Note: Student cards, senior cards etc. are not supported. This app does not have access to official database. Please use with caution and do not rely on the result.

About

NFC Reader

Scan and securely store public data from NFC-enabled credit and debit cards. Access card details, loyalty cards, and travel documents instantly on your iPhone. All data remains on your device for maximum privacy.

Highlights
  • Scan NFC credit and debit cards
  • Store loyalty, gift, and travel cards
  • View card number and expiry date
  • Global card compatibility (Visa, Mastercard, etc.)
  • Categorize cards by type
  • Bookmark favorite cards
  • Privacy-focused, on-device storage
Features
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NFC Credit Card Reader - Mobile Wallet: Easily scan and view public data from NFC-enabled EMV credit & debit cards. Explore card details from various banks around the world – all from your iPhone! Features: Quick Scanning, Unlimited Access: Hold your card against the back of your iPhone to instantly read card number & expiry date. Quickly scan your ID, passport, and cards with your phone. Safely Store all Documents: Scan your documents and cards like loyalty cards, gift cards, travel cards, etc once for easy data access. Global Compatibility: Supports Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, UnionPay, Discover, and more! Card Categories: Browse cards by type—Travel, Shopping, Rewards, Fuel, and more. Save Your Faves: Bookmark cards for easy reference later. Privacy First: All data stays on your device — no online syncing. Supported Cards: Visa, MasterCard, American Express, UnionPay, JCB, PCB, Discover, & more! Your Privacy, Our Priority: We never store or share your data. All scans and saved cards stay on your device or iCloud account – 100% encrypted. Perfect For: 1. Business professionals 2. NFC hobbyists & tech-savvy users 3. Travelers needing secure access 4. Anyone who wants to simplify their digital life Important Notes: This is not a payment app — only for viewing and storing card info like eWallet. No login is required — your data stays private. Works with NFC-enabled devices only. How It Works: Hold your NFC cards against your iPhone. View, store, and share cards details like number, expiry date, and more with Digital Wallet! Disclaimer: This app NFC Credit Card Reader - Mobile Wallet does not issue or apply for cards. It's for informational purposes only. Download NFC Reader & Mobile Wallet now and unlock the full power of NFC on your iPhone! If you love the app, rate us and share your feedback! Privacy Policy: https://jayshripipaliya.blogspot.com/2024/06/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://jayshripipaliya.blogspot.com/2024/06/terms-of-service.html Need help or want to share feedback? jayshrikanani014@gmail.com

Screenshots

Trip Reader (NFC)4 screens
NFC Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Trip Reader (NFC) at 91% against NFC Reader's 31%. Trip Reader (NFC) also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). NFC Reader's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, 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. NFC Reader sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Trip Reader (NFC) asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Trip Reader (NFC) holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 483 and 111 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of Trip Reader (NFC)'s written reviews are positive against 31% of NFC Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Trip Reader (NFC) ships an update every 2 months, NFC Reader every 9 days. Both last shipped on September 23, 2026.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Trip Reader (NFC) versus NFC Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrip Reader (NFC)NFC Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (483 ratings) — better4.3 (111 ratings)
Positive reviews90.9% of reviews — better31.3% of reviews
Number of ratings483 — better111
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB182 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDomosekai LimitedJayshri Pipaliya

Customer experience

Trip Reader (NFC)

All ratings483 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral6.8%
Negative3.7%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

NFC Reader

All ratings111 ratings
Positive81.1%
Neutral2.7%
Negative16.2%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive31.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative68.8%

In-app purchases

None

Trip Reader (NFC)

No in-app purchases

8 purchases

NFC Reader

Subscriptions6
  • NFC Reader PRO - Weekly$9.997 Days
  • NFC Reader PRO Exp - Weekly$9.997 Days
  • NFC Reader PRO - Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • NFC Reader PRO Exp - Monthly$9.991 Month
  • NFC Reader PRO - Yearly$49.991 Year
  • NFC Reader PRO Exp - Yearly$49.991 Year
One-time2
  • NFC Reader PRO Exp - Lifetime$79.99
  • NFC Reader PRO - Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is Trip Reader (NFC) free?
Trip Reader (NFC) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Reader free?
NFC Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Trip Reader (NFC) or NFC Reader?
Trip Reader (NFC) is rated higher. Trip Reader (NFC) averages 4.7 out of 5 from 483 ratings, while NFC Reader averages 4.3 from 111 ratings.
Do Trip Reader (NFC) or NFC Reader have ads?
NFC Reader shows ads; Trip Reader (NFC) does not.
Which is updated more often, Trip Reader (NFC) or NFC Reader?
Trip Reader (NFC) ships an update every 2 months, and NFC Reader every 9 days. Most recently, Trip Reader (NFC) was updated on September 23, 2026 and NFC Reader on September 23, 2026.

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