Comparison

NFC vs CreAction

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

CreAction

Features
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Transform your organization with the power of Continuous Improvement. CreAction is a comprehensive platform designed to streamline the Kaizen process and foster a culture of innovation within your company. By empowering employees to voice their ideas, CreAction bridges the gap between identifying problems and implementing effective solutions. Key Features: • Effortless Suggestion Submission: Capture ideas the moment they strike. Workers can easily describe issues, propose solutions, and attach photos directly from their device. • Visual Documentation: Enhance suggestions with integrated photo uploads to clearly highlight areas for improvement. • Integrated Workflow Management: Track every suggestion from submission to implementation. Managers can review, approve, and oversee the progress of ideas. • Role-Based Access: Tailored interfaces for Workers, Managers, and Administrators ensure that every user has exactly the tools they need. • Insightful Dashboards: Monitor your organization's performance with real-time statistics. Visualize the impact of implemented changes. • Secure & Private: Built with a multi-tenant architecture to ensure your organization's data remains private and secure. Why CreAction? Whether you are looking to improve safety, increase efficiency, or reduce waste, CreAction provides the tools to turn seamless ideas into reality. Make continuous improvement a daily habit and engage your entire workforce in building a better future.

Screenshots

NFC4 screens
CreAction4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CreAction at none against NFC's 2. CreAction also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). NFC's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price 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. CreAction asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC ships an update fortnightly, CreAction every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
NFC versus CreAction: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFCCreAction
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (96 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews60.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings96 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB32 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCameron NazemiCreAction

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

CreAction

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

CreAction

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CreAction free?
CreAction is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NFC or CreAction have ads?
NFC shows ads; CreAction does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC or CreAction?
NFC ships an update fortnightly, and CreAction every 2 months. Most recently, NFC was updated on November 7, 2026 and CreAction on November 5, 2026.

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