Comparison

NFC vs Cap2Code

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

Cap2Code

Features
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Scan smarter, organize faster. This app helps you automatically detect and extract codes, numbers, or IDs from your photos and screenshots. Now you can easily start by selecting an album, making it simple to focus on exactly the images you want. ◆ Key Features: - Import images by selecting your preferred album - Automatic code detection from screenshots or imported photos - Supports multiple formats (Generic IDs, Phone Numbers, Invoice-like patterns) - One-tap copy, search on the web, or share results - Export to CSV for easy record-keeping - Privacy-friendly: all processing happens on your device ◆ Perfect for: - Tracking orders or invoices - Organizing phone numbers or reference IDs - Quickly searching codes without manual typing Save time and stay organized with our lightweight code scanner.

Screenshots

NFC4 screens
Cap2Code4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: NFC at Free against Cap2Code's $0.99. NFC also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Cap2Code's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On 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

NFC is free to download; Cap2Code costs $0.99 up front. NFC sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Cap2Code asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC ships an update fortnightly, Cap2Code monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
NFC versus Cap2Code: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFCCap2Code
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.3 (95 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings95 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB4 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCameron NazemiPramarn Moonprasarn

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
Show 3 more
  • 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

Cap2Code

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

Cap2Code

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cap2Code free?
Cap2Code costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do NFC or Cap2Code have ads?
NFC shows ads; Cap2Code does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC or Cap2Code?
NFC ships an update fortnightly, and Cap2Code monthly. Most recently, NFC was updated on September 22, 2026 and Cap2Code on September 6, 2026.

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