Comparison

NFC Commander vs NFC

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

Head to head
About

NFC Commander

This utility app allows you to read and write data to NFC cards. It supports multiple data reads and writes, various data types, and specific formats for auto-recognition on newer iPhones. An advanced version offers additional features.

Highlights
  • Read NFC card data
  • Write data to NFC cards
  • Multiple data reads/writes
  • Support for multiple data types
  • Specific format writing for auto-recognition
  • Dark mode support
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NFCommander identifies NFC tags on iPhone, then reads and writes NDEF when the tag has it. Hold a sticker or card to see UID, technology, and capacity. Write a link, text, or vCard, clone a scan onto another sticker, or permanently lock the next tag you hold. Nothing is uploaded, and there is no account. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Identify MIFARE, ISO 15693, FeliCa, and ISO 7816 tags (iPhone 7 and later) • See UID, maker, capacity, and whether a tag is writable or locked • Read NDEF records: links, text, vCard, Smart Poster, and more • Write templates: link, text, email, phone, message, maps, vCard, or a custom NDEF record • Copy a scanned tag and write it to another writable sticker • Permanently lock a physical tag with the system writeLock API • Keep scan history on your iPhone, including UID COMPATIBILITY • Bank cards, secure ID documents, and dynamic-ID transit cards are handled by Apple Pay and cannot be read here • iOS restricts third-party apps from using MIFARE Classic or reading tags in the background • NFC is available on supported iPhones only • Locking a tag cannot be undone PRIVACY FIRST • Identify, read, write, and lock happen on your iPhone • No cloud, no analytics, no tracking, no sign-in • UID and records never leave your iPhone unless you copy or share them FREE AND PREMIUM • Identifying a tag and viewing UID, technology, and capacity is free • Premium unlocks writing, cloning, locking, and every NDEF record on a multi-record tag

About

NFC

Transform your phone into a versatile NFC tool for reading, writing, and managing NFC tags. Easily access tag data, program smart tags for routines, and organize your scans with an intuitive interface. Ideal for both everyday users and professionals seeking efficient NFC interaction.

Highlights
  • Instant NFC tag reading
  • Simple tag writing (links, text, contacts)
  • Automatic history log of scans
  • Intuitive and clean user interface
  • Broad compatibility with NFC devices
  • Suitable for everyday and professional use
Features
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Turn your smartphone into a powerful NFC tool with NFC Scanner. Designed for both beginners and professionals, the app makes it effortless to read, write, and manage NFC tags. From checking product details to programming smart tags for daily routines, NFC Scanner brings speed, reliability, and convenience right to your fingertips. Key Features: - Instant Tag Reading - Scan NFC tags in just one tap and access stored data immediately. - Tag Writing Made Simple - Write links, text, contacts, Wi-Fi credentials, or custom data directly to your tags. - Smart History Log - All your scans are automatically saved, so you can review them anytime. - Clean & Intuitive Interface - Easy-to-use design that keeps everything simple and efficient. - Broad Compatibility - Works with a wide range of NFC-enabled devices and tag types for maximum flexibility. - Everyday & Professional Use - Ideal for personal organization, business tools, product verification, and more. With NFC Scanner, you get a complete NFC solution that fits in your pocket. Make your daily life smarter and more connected with just a tap. Privacy Policy - https://docs.google.com/document/d/18WDWqCEfQbpHwqb53VTOPvHWYNsa2vcSGQO0fk0zZ9w/edit?usp=sharing Terms Of Use - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DMg8CXKea20lRhemoTZkquEKc2qxMNgsmdMyVu8F9eI/edit?usp=sharing

Screenshots

NFC Commander4 screens
NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Commander at 4.8 against NFC's 3.5. NFC Commander also leads on ratings volume (6 vs 2). NFC's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 34 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 Commander sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NFC sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Commander holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Commander ships an update every 34 months, NFC every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
NFC Commander versus NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC CommanderNFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6 ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 34 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB44 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer袁杰 张Vadym Tupitskyi

Customer experience

NFC Commander

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

NFC

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

NFC Commander

One-time1
  • Premium Edition$0.99
5 purchases

NFC

Subscriptions5
  • Premium$5.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$14.991 Month
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  • Premium$19.991 Year
  • Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is NFC Commander free?
NFC Commander 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 Commander or NFC?
NFC Commander is rated higher. NFC Commander averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while NFC averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do NFC Commander or NFC have ads?
Neither NFC Commander nor NFC shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC Commander or NFC?
NFC Commander ships an update every 34 months, and NFC every 2 days. Most recently, NFC Commander was updated on November 3, 2026 and NFC on November 2, 2026.

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