Comparison

ScanX for QR Code & NFC vs NFC Mifare

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

Head to head
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/

About

NFC Mifare

This utility app allows you to read, write, and create various types of NFC tags using your iPhone's built-in hardware. It also features advanced 3D scanning and AR preview capabilities for creating and visualizing 3D models.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tags
  • Write NFC tags
  • Create custom NFC tags
  • Identify various NFC card protocols
  • 3D scanning of objects
  • AR real-time preview of 3D models
Features
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NFC读取器 通过借助iPhone 内置的NFC读写硬件进行NFC标签读写的一款工具,可以一键快速读取NDEF NFC标签,并对标签内的内容进行智能识别。同时可以创建各种类型的标签将创建的标签内容写入到你需要的标签内。 【NFC 读卡器可以做什么】 1.读取NFC标签 2.对读取到NFC标签内容进行智能识别 3.将读取到的NFC标签复制到一张新的标签内 4.创建不同类型的标签、填写标签内容,将自己创建的标签写入NFC标签中 【NFC 读写器可以识别那些卡片】 1.NDEF 格式的NFC卡片 2. iso14443协议的卡片 3.iso15693协议de卡片 4.iso18092协议的卡片正在进行适配过程中 5.iso7816协议卡片正在进行适配过程中 2.0.0 新版本 新功能 New 新增3D扫描功能,可以通过您的手机对物体进行3D建模 New 新增3D模型AR实时预览功能 New 多语言的支持(持续完善) 将你的iPhone变为专业3D扫描仪!借助iPhone激光雷达(LiDAR)技术,快速捕捉真实物体的高精度3D模型,并通过增强现实(AR)实时预览效果,让创意触手可及。 激光雷达3D建模 利用iPhone激光雷达实现毫米级精度扫描,自动生成细节丰富的3D模型。 支持家具、工具、艺术品等多种物体,一键导出USDZ格式。 AR实时预览 将3D模型叠加到真实环境中,即时查看比例、材质与场景适配效果。 支持动态光影调整,模拟不同时间段的自然光照变化。 多场景应用 家居设计:预览沙发、灯具在房间的实际效果,避免尺寸误差。 电商展示:为商品创建AR模型,提升买家购物体验。 教育创作:将实物转化为3D素材,用于课件或艺术设计。

Screenshots

ScanX for QR Code & NFC4 screens
NFC Mifare4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: ScanX for QR Code & NFC at 4.6 against NFC Mifare's 1.0. ScanX for QR Code & NFC also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (33% vs 0%). NFC Mifare's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price and ads 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 Mifare sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 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 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ScanX for QR Code & NFC has 35 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of ScanX for QR Code & NFC's written reviews are positive against 0% of NFC Mifare's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScanX for QR Code & NFC ships an update every 4 months, NFC Mifare every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
ScanX for QR Code & NFC versus NFC Mifare: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanX for QR Code & NFCNFC Mifare
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (35 ratings) — better1.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings35 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer哲 魏合肥章玉智能科技有限公司

Customer experience

ScanX for QR Code & NFC

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

NFC Mifare

All ratings4 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

ScanX for QR Code & NFC

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NFC Mifare

One-time1
  • NFC VIP$2.99

Questions

Is ScanX for QR Code & NFC free?
ScanX for QR Code & NFC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Mifare free?
NFC Mifare is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, ScanX for QR Code & NFC or NFC Mifare?
ScanX for QR Code & NFC is rated higher. ScanX for QR Code & NFC averages 4.6 out of 5 from 35 ratings, while NFC Mifare averages 1.0 from 4 ratings.
Do ScanX for QR Code & NFC or NFC Mifare have ads?
Both ScanX for QR Code & NFC and NFC Mifare show ads.
Which is updated more often, ScanX for QR Code & NFC or NFC Mifare?
ScanX for QR Code & NFC ships an update every 4 months, and NFC Mifare every 2 months. Most recently, ScanX for QR Code & NFC was updated on October 25, 2026 and NFC Mifare on October 8, 2026.

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