Comparison

NFC Read Write vs NFC Master

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

Head to head
About

NFC Read Write

Easily read and write NFC tags using your iPhone. Securely store encrypted records or unencrypted data like URLs, text, and contact information. Connect to Wi-Fi networks instantly without sharing passwords.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC tags
  • Write encrypted NFConnect records
  • Write unencrypted NDEF data
  • Store URLs, text, phone numbers, and more
  • Join WiFi networks without passwords
  • Supports various NFC tag types
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Read and Write NFC tags and inlays with iPhone built-in NFC. Write secure encrypted NFConnect records using Serialio.com NFConnect tags or inlays. Don't have NFC NFConnect tags or inlays? No problem. Write NFConnect records (un-encrypted) to any NDEF tag with sufficient memory. For encrypted NFConnect records In-App-Purchase option enables to write encrypted NFConnect records to many tag types that support NDEF. Use tags and inlays with NFConnect records to join WiFi network without giving out your WiFi password. Now your visitors, friends, business associates, etc. can connect to your WiFi network without knowing your WiFi password. Writes NDEF (NFC Data Exchange Format) data to all the NFC tag types shown above: tags, badges, wristbands, keyfobs, cups, plates, PPE (personal protection equipment), etc. Store URL/URI, Plain TEXT, Phone number, SMS, GEO Location, Email, Application, Business Card, and more. Also write RAW data (not formatted like NDEF). Note: NDEF/RAW data can be used by apps like iScanBrowser, Cloud-In-Hand stratus-io Attendance, Mobile Grid, SerialMagic Keys. Contact serialio.com for more information and to purchase NFC-RFID tags, inlays, wireless readers, software applications Starting with iPhone-11 and iOS 13, iPhone built-in NFC supports reading and writing many types of NFC tags and inlays. Some example NFC tag types are ISO-14443A(*1,2,4) tags like NXP NTAG213, NTAG215, NTAG216, Mifare Classic EV1, Mifare Ultralight (aka Mifare UL), Mifare DESFire, Mifare Plus-SE, Mifare Plus-S, Mifare Plus-X, my-d move - SLE66R01P, FM11RF08, ISO-14443B(*4) tags like AT88RF020, SR176, SRIX512, SRIX4K, and Sony FeliCa(*4) tags, and ISO-15693 tags like ICODE SLI, SLI-X, SLI-X2, Tag-It HF-I Plus. *1 NFC Forum Tag Type 1 *2 NFC Forum Tag Type 2 *3 NFC Forum Tag Type 3 *4 NFC Forum Tag Type 4

About

NFC Master

This app allows users to read, write, and manage NFC tags with various data types. It offers features like tag security, counter management, and activity logging for an intuitive NFC experience.

Highlights
  • Read and write multiple data types to NFC tags
  • Manage tag security with passwords and locking
  • Utilize unique tag counter features
  • Save and import frequently used records
  • Log NFC read activity
  • Supports popular MiFare and HCE tags
Features
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NFC Master is the ultimate all-in-one NFC tag reader and writer for iPhone. Read, write, and manage NFC tags with support for 12 different data types — more than any other NFC app. WRITE ANY DATA TYPE • Text — Store notes, instructions, or messages • URL — Link to websites, portfolios, or social profiles • Phone — Initiate calls with a single tap • Email — Pre-compose emails with subject and body • Message — Send SMS or WhatsApp messages instantly • WiFi — Share network credentials for seamless guest access • Contact — Encode digital business cards (vCard) • Location — Share precise coordinates for Maps navigation • Social — Link to Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and more • Video — Direct users to YouTube videos or channels • Bluetooth — Automate pairing with hardware devices • Application — Deep link to app store listings PREMIUM TOOLS • Lock NFC Tags — Permanently lock tags to prevent overwriting • Password Protection — Set 4-digit PIN protection on tags • Erase & Reuse — Wipe tags clean for new data • Copy Tags — Duplicate tags, or copy to multiple tags in batch • Edit Existing Tags — Read, modify, and rewrite without losing data • QR Code Import — Scan QR codes and write their data to NFC tags • Activity Log — Track every tag you've read or written BEAUTIFUL DESIGN Experience the Tactile Glass UI — a premium dark-themed glassmorphism interface designed for clarity and delight. Smooth animations, haptic feedback, and intuitive navigation make NFC Master a joy to use. PRIVACY FIRST NFC Master works entirely on-device. No accounts, no tracking, no data collection. Your NFC data stays yours. Premium features unlocked with a single one-time purchase — no subscriptions. Download NFC Master and transform your iPhone into a powerful NFC tool.

Screenshots

NFC Read Write4 screens
NFC Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NFC Read Write at 100% against NFC Master's 50%. NFC Read Write also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.0). NFC Master's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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 Read Write sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and NFC Master sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Read Write holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of NFC Read Write's written reviews are positive against 50% of NFC Master's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Read Write ships an update every 4 months, NFC Master every 8 months. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and July 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
NFC Read Write versus NFC Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC Read WriteNFC Master
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (2 ratings) — better3.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 8 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.415.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSerialio Ltd.Muhammad Rizwan Hassan

Customer experience

NFC Read Write

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

NFC Master

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

NFC Read Write

One-time4
  • Scanning more tags$9.99
  • Unlock SmartPoster writing$24.99
  • NDEF Text language$24.99
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  • MQTT Support$199.99
1 purchases

NFC Master

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99

Questions

Is NFC Read Write free?
NFC Read Write is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NFC Master free?
NFC Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NFC Read Write or NFC Master?
NFC Read Write is rated higher. NFC Read Write averages 4.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while NFC Master averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do NFC Read Write or NFC Master have ads?
Neither NFC Read Write nor NFC Master shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC Read Write or NFC Master?
NFC Read Write ships an update every 4 months, and NFC Master every 8 months. Most recently, NFC Read Write was updated on June 4, 2026 and NFC Master on July 18, 2026.

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