Comparison

Sarotis vs Nixiewatch

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

Head to head
About

Sarotis

Easily read, write, and manage NFC tags. Save tag data, import/export information, and clear or lock tags. Supports various data types like contacts, web links, and Wi-Fi configurations.

Highlights
  • Write/Read NFC Tags (NDEF Format)
  • Save and Import NFC Tag Data
  • Export Data to CSV
  • Clear and Lock NFC Tags
  • Text-to-Speech for Read Data
  • Create vCards, Web Links, Wi-Fi, and more
Read full description

With Sarotis - NFC Writer / Reader you are able to write / read your NFC Tags. Additional, you have the ability to save your NFC Tags and write that data to other NFC Tags. The records of scanned NFC Tags can be opened directly, e.g. read contact record can be imported to your contacts or you can execute Siri Shortcuts directly in the app. Features - Write / Read NFC Tags (NDEF Format) - Save NFC Tag data - Import NFC Tag data - Export NFC Tag data (CSV file) - Load saved NFC Tag data and write it to other NFC Tags - Open read data directly - View / Copy raw data - Clear NFC Tags - Lock NFC Tags - Read out scanned NFC Tags (Text to speech) - NFC Tag history (read / write) - Protect NFC Tag with password Section Read NFC - Scan vCards and import it to your contacts - Open locations in map - Open Weblinks - Start FaceTime calls - Start phone calls - Send text messages (SMS) - Read plain text - Read and open eMails - Read Bluetooth - Read Wifi and connect - Read hex data Section Write NFC - Create vCards and write them to NFC Tags - Create locations from a map - Create Siri Shortcuts - Create weblinks - Create FaceTime calls - Create text messages (SMS) - Create eMails - Create plain text - Create phone calls - Create Bluetooth - Create Wifi - Create hex data - Create social media quick links For feedback or feature requests please use the feedback section in the app or send an eMail to support@sarotis-nfc.de. If you like the app, please rate it in the App Store to support future development.

About

Nixiewatch

Features
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NixieO’Clock brings the atmosphere of classic tube displays to iPhone and iPad in a clock experience designed to be both functional and visually absorbing. More than a simple digital clock, it focuses on the warmth, depth, and glowing presence of Nixie-inspired digits to create a distinctive retro object for your desk or bedside. Its display is designed to feel calm, magnetic, and contemplative, with a carefully crafted glow effect that gives time a softer and more immersive presence on screen. In landscape mode while charging, NixieO’Clock becomes a refined ambient desk clock that blends utility with a strong visual identity. Touch controls let you personalize the experience while preserving its minimal style: • Tap the date area to show or hide the full date. • Tap the time area to enable or disable the blinking separator. • Press and hold to cycle through three brightness levels: low, medium, and high. Features: • Nixie-inspired clock with a realistic, warm glowing visual effect • Current time and date based on local device settings • Minimal touch controls for display customization • Three-step brightness adjustment for day or night use • Landscape-friendly design for desk or bedside charging • No ads, no tracking, no distractions

Screenshots

Sarotis4 screens
Nixiewatch3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Sarotis at Free against Nixiewatch's $1.99. Sarotis also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). Nixiewatch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4). On update cadence, ads and device support 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

Sarotis is free to download; Nixiewatch costs $1.99 up front. Sarotis sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Nixiewatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sarotis ships an update every 4 weeks, Nixiewatch fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sarotis versus Nixiewatch: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSarotisNixiewatch
PriceFree — better$1.99
Rating3.9 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTobias HaussMarco Stuppini

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Sarotis

Subscriptions2
  • Sarotis PRO – Monthly Subscription$1.991 Month
  • Sarotis Pro - yearly subscription3 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time2
  • Sarotis PRO (All Features)$7.99
  • Sarotis PRO Lifetime$24.99
None

Nixiewatch

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sarotis free?
Sarotis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Nixiewatch free?
Nixiewatch costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sarotis or Nixiewatch have ads?
Neither Sarotis nor Nixiewatch shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sarotis or Nixiewatch?
Sarotis ships an update every 4 weeks, and Nixiewatch fortnightly. Most recently, Sarotis was updated on September 22, 2026 and Nixiewatch on September 21, 2026.

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