Comparison

XYZMaker vs StarNFC

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

Head to head
About

XYZMaker

Create custom live wallpapers, animated GIFs, and dynamic photos from videos. Share your creations easily across various platforms and explore VR panoramic photos. Offers a unique LMR format for universal transmission.

Highlights
  • Create live wallpapers from videos
  • Generate animated GIFs
  • Convert GIF and Live Photo to video
  • Unique LMR format for universal sharing
  • VR panoramic photo browsing
  • Add QR codes to live wallpapers
Features
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Turn favorite moments into Live Pictures, personal wallpapers and GIFs with XYZMaker. Create, convert, share and organize your media in one app. VIDEO TO LIVE PICTURES Turn existing or edited videos into Live Pictures, with sound when the source includes audio. Trim the scene you want to keep. Standard access supports up to 10 seconds; Pro supports up to 30 seconds. PERSONAL WALLPAPERS Create Live Picture wallpaper from your own clips. Compatibility and animation depend on your iPhone, iOS version and media. The full Live Picture duration is not the Lock Screen animation duration. GIF MAKER Create GIFs for chats, reactions and sharing. Adjust dimensions, frame rate and other settings to balance quality, motion and file size. For WeChat custom stickers, adjust your export to meet WeChat's current requirements; a particular file size does not guarantee acceptance. To make a GIF from a Live Picture, convert it to video first, then use video-to-GIF conversion. CHANGE THE COVER Choose a different cover for a Live Picture so it looks the way you want when still. ADD QR CODES Add a QR image or generate one from text to include a personal link or other information in a Live Picture. Check readability before sharing. Lock Screen display depends on system support. CONVERT TO VIDEO Turn GIFs and Live Pictures into videos for further editing or sharing. For services such as WeChat Moments that accept video, convert a GIF to video before posting. SHARE AND RESTORE LMR Save Live Pictures as LMR files for transfer through compatible messaging apps, cloud storage, AirDrop or computer file sharing. Recipients can import and restore them using XYZMaker, then save the result to Photos. Import through the system share menu or the app's LMR tools. Find stored LMR files in XYZMaker or Apple's Files app. Messaging apps transfer LMR as a file; they do not play it directly as a Live Picture. PANORAMIC PHOTOS Explore panoramic scenes and look around their details. Pro members can import their own panoramic photos. BATCH TOOLS AND STORAGE Use Pro batch conversion to process multiple files, set duration limits for supported tasks, follow progress and cancel when needed. Manage creations with batch deletion or delete-all options. Clear cache manually or schedule cleanup while the app is open and idle, keeping saved creations. LOCAL CONVERSION Media conversion happens on your device without uploading your photos or videos for conversion. Declining optional usage analytics does not affect conversion features. COMPATIBILITY Some formats or high-frame-rate files may not convert. Results depend on source media and device capabilities. Keep important originals and check exports before deleting them. XYZMAKER PRO MEMBERSHIP Plans and U.S. prices: • Monthly auto-renewable subscription: US$1.49/month • Annual auto-renewable subscription: US$10.49/year • Lifetime membership: US$19.99, one-time purchase Local prices, currencies, available plans and benefits are shown in the app and App Store purchase screen. Ads are not displayed once a valid Pro membership is confirmed. Payment: Charged to your Apple Account when you confirm the purchase. Renewal: Monthly and annual plans renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Apple attempts to charge for renewal within the final 24 hours. Successful renewal extends your plan by one month or one year, as applicable. Cancellation: Go to Settings > your name > Subscriptions > XYZMaker. Cancellation normally leaves access available until the paid period ends. Uninstalling the app does not cancel a subscription. Lifetime: A one-time purchase without recurring monthly or annual charges. Restore purchases: Use the original Apple Account to restore eligible purchases in the app. Privacy Policy: http://www.vtlmaker.xyz/xyz/xyzmaker-privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: http://www.vtlmaker.xyz/xyzmakertermsofservices/ Support and feedback: XYZTechFeedBack@gmail.com

About

StarNFC

This tool allows you to read, write, and manage NFC tags on your iPhone. Create smart tags for daily use, automate actions with iOS Shortcuts, and share information like Wi-Fi details or contact cards easily.

Highlights
  • NFC Tag Reader
  • NFC Tag Writer
  • Tag Management
  • iOS Shortcuts Automation
  • Wi-Fi Information Tags
  • Media & Smart Links
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StarNFC – NFC Reader & Writer StarNFC is a simple, powerful, and privacy-friendly NFC tool for reading, writing, and managing NFC tags on your iPhone. Whether you want to scan NFC tags, create smart tags for daily use, manage NDEF records, or build automation with iOS Shortcuts, StarNFC helps you handle NFC tasks quickly and clearly. Key Features NFC Tag Reader Scan NFC tags and view detailed tag information, including chip type, NDEF records, text, links, Wi-Fi data, contact cards, media links, and more. NFC Tag Writer Create and write common NFC records such as text, URLs, Wi-Fi information, contact details, app links, shortcuts, and custom tag content. Tag Management Save, edit, reuse, and organize your NFC tag records. Quickly rewrite frequently used content without starting from scratch. iOS Shortcuts Automation Use NFC tags with iOS Shortcuts to trigger actions, open apps, launch workflows, or create simple automation scenarios. Wi-Fi Information Tags Create NFC tags that store Wi-Fi network information, making it easier to share network details with supported devices and workflows. Media & Smart Links Read and create NFC tags for music, websites, app links, location links, notes, and other smart actions. Local & Private StarNFC works locally on your device. No account is required, and your NFC tag content is not uploaded to a server. Why Choose StarNFC? • Clean and easy-to-use interface • Fast NFC scanning and clear tag parsing • Supports common NDEF record types • Useful for daily users, developers, events, offices, and smart home scenarios • Privacy-friendly design with local processing • Flexible upgrade options for advanced features Perfect For • Reading and writing NFC tags • Creating smart NFC shortcuts • Sharing links, text, Wi-Fi information, and contact cards • Testing NFC and NDEF records • Event check-in and information tags • Office labels, asset tags, and automation workflows • Personal productivity and smart home actions Important Note Due to iOS system limitations, some encrypted access cards, bank cards, transit cards, hotel cards, and special NFC chips may not be readable, writable, or copyable. StarNFC is mainly designed for standard NFC and NDEF tags. Membership Options StarNFC offers optional membership plans to unlock advanced features. Available options may include: • Weekly Membership A flexible option for short-term use or quick NFC tasks. • Lifetime Membership A one-time purchase option for users who want long-term access to advanced features. Weekly Membership is a subscription. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings. Lifetime Membership is a one-time purchase and does not renew. Download StarNFC and make NFC simple, smart, and useful. Privacy Policy: https://hero2022.yuque.com/docs/share/523405cc-3f9c-4cd2-9ec1-42cd08f9b360 Terms of Service: https://hero2022.yuque.com/docs/share/e81eb627-6640-4476-8c17-d830a7570bc4 If you have any questions, feedback, or suggestions, feel free to contact us.

Screenshots

XYZMaker4 screens
StarNFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: XYZMaker at 75% against StarNFC's 25%. StarNFC's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. XYZMaker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month and StarNFC sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

XYZMaker ships an update every 3 months, StarNFC every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
XYZMaker versus StarNFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXYZMakerStarNFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS26.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size243 MB30 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDalian Xinyuzhi Software Development Co., Ltd.志红 刘

Customer experience

XYZMaker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%

StarNFC

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

XYZMaker

Subscriptions2
  • XYZMakerPro Monthly Membership$1.491 Month
  • XYZMaker Pro Annualmembership$10.491 Year
One-time1
  • XYZMakerPro LifetimeMembership$19.99
4 purchases

StarNFC

Subscriptions3
  • StarNFC Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • StarNFC Monthly Story3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • StarNFC Annual Story$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • StarNFC Premium$12.99

Questions

Is XYZMaker free?
XYZMaker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StarNFC free?
StarNFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do XYZMaker or StarNFC have ads?
Both XYZMaker and StarNFC show ads.
Which is updated more often, XYZMaker or StarNFC?
XYZMaker ships an update every 3 months, and StarNFC every 2 weeks. Most recently, XYZMaker was updated on September 22, 2026 and StarNFC on September 18, 2026.

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