MyBeaconer vs EPD NFC Writer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
MyBeaconer
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MyBeaconer is a development and testing tool for iBeacon technology. MAIN FEATURES: • iBeacon Transmission - Broadcast beacon signals with custom UUID, Major, and Minor values • iBeacon Reception - Detect nearby beacons and monitor signal strength in real-time • QR Code Sharing - Easily share beacon configurations between devices • Receive Logs - Record and review beacon detection history KEY CAPABILITIES: • Register up to 10 beacon configurations • Real-time signal strength visualization • Background beacon detection support • Proximity detection (Immediate, Near, Far) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: • Development: SwiftUI • Supported OS: iOS 17.0+ • Technologies: CoreLocation, CoreBluetooth • Data Storage: Local only (Realm) IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please only register beacons that you own or manage. Using this app to track others' beacons without permission is prohibited. This app is designed for developers and enthusiasts who need to test and develop iBeacon-based applications.
EPD NFC Writer
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This is a utility app produced by Advantech, which can be used to assist Advantech's electronic paper devices (EPD models: EPD-210, EPD-302, EPD-303, EPD-304) to display image use NFC.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: EPD NFC Writer at every 3 weeks against MyBeaconer's every 6 months. EPD NFC Writer also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
MyBeaconer ships an update every 6 months, EPD NFC Writer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MyBeaconer | EPD NFC Writer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Makoto Kishina | Advantech |
In-app purchases
MyBeaconer
No in-app purchases
EPD NFC Writer
No in-app purchases
