# NFC write and read tags vs NFC

NFC write and read tags and NFC both sit at 3.9 stars, but that hides the real split: 40% of NFC's written reviews are positive against 13% of NFC write and read tags's. NFC also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). NFC write and read tags's advantage is ratings volume (98 vs 3). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC write and read tags sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and NFC sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 3.9 for NFC write and read tags against 4.0 for NFC. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC write and read tags has 98 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 13% of NFC write and read tags's written reviews are positive against 40% of NFC's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and August 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC write and read tags | NFC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (98 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-write-and-read-tags/id1543670530/reviews) | **[4.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-shortcut-application/id6443559236/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **98** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 13.3% of reviews | **40.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 44 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Yalintech](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530568426) | [ErxiangHeyi Information](https://appshunter.io/developer/1735695526) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC write and read tags

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-write-and-read-tags/id1543670530)

Easily read and write to NFC tags, supporting various data types like text, URLs, and contact information. This app also offers tag copying, infinite copying, and erasure, along with NFC device status checks and general device information.

**Highlights:** Read all tag types (Text, URL, VCARD, Bluetooth, WIFI, Email), Write custom tasks to NFC tags, Tag copy and copy to infinity, Erase NFC tags, NFC device status checker, View device information (Model, Data Usage, WiFi, Battery)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $7.99 | per year |
| One time purchase | $10.99 | one-time |


### NFC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-shortcut-application/id6443559236)

Quickly launch your favorite apps and read/write NFC data. Store records with iCloud and personalize written data with color markings for easy identification. Make daily tasks more efficient.

**Highlights:** Quick app launching, NFC data reading and writing, iCloud storage for records, Support for various data types on NFC tags, Color marking for written data, Compatibility with NFC devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plus | $0.99 | per month |
| Annual Plus | $6.99 | per year |
| LifeTime | $17.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC write and read tags free?

NFC write and read tags is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NFC free?

NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NFC write and read tags or NFC?

NFC is rated higher. NFC write and read tags averages 3.9 out of 5 from 98 ratings, while NFC averages 4.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do NFC write and read tags or NFC have ads?

Both NFC write and read tags and NFC show ads.

### Which is updated more often, NFC write and read tags or NFC?

NFC write and read tags ships an update monthly, and NFC monthly. Most recently, NFC write and read tags was updated on September 21, 2026 and NFC on August 21, 2026.

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