Comparison

Ident NFC Reader vs Scanta

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

Head to head
About

Ident NFC Reader

Features
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This app is part of PXL Ident, the leading Swiss solution for verifying ID documents. It can read the NFC chip in your passport or ID card, using the NFC capability of your mobile phone. This app does not work stand alone. It runs as part of the onboarding or identity verification workflow of service providers using our application.

About

Scanta

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Unlock the full potential of NFC with Scanta – your all-in-one NFC tag reader and writer. Scanta makes it easy to read, write, and manage NFC tags right from your iPhone. Whether you're customizing smart tags for home automation, sharing contact info, or simply exploring NFC technology, Scanta gives you a fast, private, and reliable experience. Key Features(Pro Required): * Read NFC Tags Instantly
Scan NDEF-formatted NFC tags with a single tap. * Write Custom Tag Data
Easily encode text or URLs into your NFC tags. * Offline Tag History
Keep a record of your scanned and written tags, stored safely on your device. * Elegant & Intuitive UI
A clean, modern interface built for speed and clarity. * No Cloud Required
Your data stays local. We never store or share your information. * Premium Access
Unlock additional features like unlimited history, tag locking, and advanced writing options. Subscription Terms: Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings. Canceling your subscription will disable future access to premium features after the current billing cycle ends. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/scanta-privacy/
 Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/scanta-privacy/

Screenshots

Ident NFC Reader4 screens
Scanta4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ident NFC Reader at none against Scanta's 2. Ident NFC Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 16.6). Scanta's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Scanta sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Ident NFC Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Ident NFC Reader ships an update monthly, Scanta every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
Ident NFC Reader versus Scanta: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIdent NFC ReaderScanta
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPXL Vision AGMehmet Ali Erbas

In-app purchases

None

Ident NFC Reader

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Scanta

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$14.991 Year

Questions

Is Ident NFC Reader free?
Ident NFC Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scanta free?
Scanta is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Ident NFC Reader or Scanta have ads?
Scanta shows ads; Ident NFC Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, Ident NFC Reader or Scanta?
Ident NFC Reader ships an update monthly, and Scanta every 9 days. Most recently, Ident NFC Reader was updated on October 7, 2026 and Scanta on October 4, 2026.

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