Comparison

NFC vs ScanX for QR Code & NFC

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

Head to head
About

NFC

Easily read, write, and lock NFC tags with this utility app. It supports various tag types, allows writing text or URLs, and offers pre-built templates for common tasks like Wi-Fi logins and contact cards. You can also erase tags and set passwords.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tag data
  • Write text and URLs to NFC tags
  • Lock NFC tags to make them read-only
  • Pre-built templates for common NFC tasks
  • Set and remove NFC tag passwords
  • Erase NFC tags
Features
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NFC - Reader & Writer provides a simple and easy-to-use solution to Read, Write, and Lock an NFC Tag. Read: - Tap the Read button to read a compatible NFC Tag. - Opens URL's if allows in settings - Manufacturer & model (NTAG213, NTAG215, Ultralight, Mifare, etc.) - Serial number & tech details - Memory size, tag type & available technologies - iCloud-Synced Tag Read History Write: - Type in text then press the write button to write to an NFC Tag. - Write in text or URL (using https:// format). - Save any template or stack you create Create useful NFC tags in seconds with prebuilt templates: - Wi-Fi Login - Contact Card - Bluetooth - Location / Maps - Website Link - Email - SMS - Custom Text or NDEF Records Lock: - Press the lock button to make an NFC Tag "read only" meaning you will no longer be able to write to that same NFC Tag (This is permanent) Tools: - Set or remove NFC passwords - Erase tags *Works with iPhone 7 or newer* More features to come!

About

ScanX for QR Code & NFC

This utility app quickly scans various types of codes, including NFC tags, AirTags, QR codes, and barcodes. It offers features like NFC writing, history saving, and QR code creation, all without requiring an internet connection for scanning.

Highlights
  • NFC tag reader and writer
  • AirTag information scanner
  • QR code and barcode scanning
  • QR code creation and sharing
  • Offline scanning capability
  • Scan history saving
  • Flashlight support for dark scanning
Features
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ScanX for QR Code & NFC is an all-in-one QR code reader, QR code generator, NFC reader, write data to NFC tags, barcode scanner, and product scanner. Whether you need to scan a barcode in-store, check a menu, create a custom code, or organize your stock with inventory management, ScanX for QR Code & NFC makes it quick and simple. ScanX for QR Code & NFC Free can be used as a shopping companion! Key Features: • QR Code Reader & Writer - Scan all kinds of QR codes - Scan product barcodes - Save your scans in History - Create QR Code: the ScanX app helps you create unlimited QR codes, such as web link, text, vCard, phone number, email address, SMS, Wi-Fi, geolocation and Calendar, etc. - Share codes via SMS, email, X(Twitter), and Facebook - Display QR codes and barcodes on screen - Detailed QR code data cards - Jump directly to decoded web addresses. - Flashlight support for scanning QR codes or Barcodes in low-light environments. • NFC Tools - Scan all kinds of NFC tags - Save your scans in History - Show NFC tag data such as: 1. the maker of the tag 2. the type of tag (e.g., Mifare Ultralight, NTAG213) 3. the norm of the tag (e.g., NFC Forum Type 2) 4. the available technology (e.g. NFC A) 5. its serial number (e.g, 04:85:c8:5a:40:2b:80) 6. the size of the tag and of the data on it 7. if you can write on the tag 8. all the data on the tag (NDEF format) - Write standard information to your NFC tags which will be compatible with any NFC device, such as: 1. a simple text 2. a link to a website 3. an email 4. a contact 5. a phone number 6. a predefined text message 7. an address or geolocation 8. personalized data and more... If you find ScanX useful, please consider leaving us a five-star review. Your support motivates us to keep improving the app. Thank you! * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ◆ Premium Subscription ◆ • Subscribe to unlock all ScanX features. • Weekly, monthly, and annual plans may be available. Plan details and pricing are shown in the app before purchase. By using ScanX, you agree to our Privacy Policy, Terms of Use, and Apple Standard End User License Agreement. http://www.elinapp.com/privacy_policy.html http://www.elinapp.com/terms_scanx.html https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NFC4 screens
ScanX for QR Code & NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScanX for QR Code & NFC at none against NFC's 2. ScanX for QR Code & NFC also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and device support (3 vs 1). NFC's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and review sentiment (60% vs 33%). On price, ratings volume, ads 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 sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. ScanX for QR Code & NFC asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScanX for QR Code & NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 96 and 35 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of NFC's written reviews are positive against 33% of ScanX for QR Code & NFC's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC ships an update fortnightly, ScanX for QR Code & NFC every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
NFC versus ScanX for QR Code & NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFCScanX for QR Code & NFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (96 ratings)4.6 (35 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings96 — better35
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB9 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCameron Nazemi哲 魏

Customer experience

NFC

All ratings96 ratings
Positive82.3%
Neutral2.1%
Negative15.6%
Written reviews50 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative36.0%

ScanX for QR Code & NFC

All ratings35 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral5.7%
Negative5.7%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral22.2%
Negative44.4%

Bugs and requests

NFC

Reported bugs

8 issues
  • Full tag text truncated
  • App became unusable
  • Doesn't open URLs
  • No read on iPhone 15 Pro
  • Doesn't read NFC tags
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  • Not working at all
  • Can't get all scans
  • Kodu okumuyor

Requested features

7 requests
  • Automatic scan on app open
  • Dark mode icon
  • Formatting NFC tag
  • SSID WiFi option
  • Ad-free version
Show 2 more
  • Reset NFC chip
  • Clear NFC chip to factory default

ScanX for QR Code & NFC

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

NFC

Subscriptions1
  • NFC Pro (Monthly)$0.491 Month
One-time1
  • NFC Pro$0.99
None

ScanX for QR Code & NFC

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanX for QR Code & NFC free?
ScanX for QR Code & NFC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NFC or ScanX for QR Code & NFC?
ScanX for QR Code & NFC is rated higher. NFC averages 4.3 out of 5 from 96 ratings, while ScanX for QR Code & NFC averages 4.6 from 35 ratings.
Do NFC or ScanX for QR Code & NFC have ads?
Both NFC and ScanX for QR Code & NFC show ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC or ScanX for QR Code & NFC?
NFC ships an update fortnightly, and ScanX for QR Code & NFC every 4 months. Most recently, NFC was updated on October 22, 2026 and ScanX for QR Code & NFC on October 25, 2026.

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