# NFC Actions vs Simply NFC

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Simply NFC at 47% against NFC Actions's 0%. Simply NFC also leads on rating (4.1 vs 2.2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). NFC Actions's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Simply NFC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NFC Actions asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simply NFC holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simply NFC has 187 ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of NFC Actions's written reviews are positive against 47% of Simply NFC's.

NFC Actions ships an update every 2 months, Simply NFC fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Actions | Simply NFC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.2 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-actions/id654830234/reviews) | **[4.1 (187 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-nfc-tag-writerreader/id1262550712/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 28 | **187** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **47.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 29 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Flomio, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/654830237) | [Lakeside Llama LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/380892444) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC Actions

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-actions/id654830234)

Automate tasks by reading and writing to NFC tags. Trigger actions like opening web pages, sending SMS, or composing emails. Requires NFC capabilities or a compatible accessory.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tags, Write NFC tags (with accessory), Trigger IFTTT actions, Automate tasks, Launch web pages, Send SMS, Dial phone numbers, Compose emails

**In-app purchases:** none


### Simply NFC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simply-nfc-tag-writerreader/id1262550712)

Easily read and write to NFC tags using your phone. This app supports various tag types including text, URLs, contacts, and HomeKit scenes. It also offers accessibility features, Siri Shortcuts, widgets, and iMessage extensions for convenient tag management and automation.

**Highlights:** Read and write NFC tags, Supports text, URL, vCard, SMS, email, phone, app launch, custom URI, location, HomeKit, and Wi-Fi tags, Trigger HomeKit scenes, VoiceOver accessibility, Siri Shortcuts integration, Widget and iMessage extension, Export scanned history

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Version | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simplicity and minimalism
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Decent design for a utility app
- 👍 Works well for simple things like URLs
- 👍 Good for understanding NFC chips

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Wifi option does not work
- 🐛 Wifi record doesn't work
- 🐛 Not all functions available in free version
- 🐛 Paid version has limited URL schemes
- 🐛 Does not read certain NFC tags (e.g., Mifare ultralight)

**Reported bugs**

- Wifi joining option fails
- Phone does nothing when tapping Wifi tag
- App stops telling device to speak loudly after a few scans
- App does not read tags at all
- NFC tag not read after 5 minutes

**Requested features**

- Improve Wifi tag support
- Fix issue with 'speak loudly' feature stopping
- Preview Pro upgrade records
- Allow custom URL schemes in URI Record
- Long term tag save area for review, edit, and rewrite


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC Actions free?

NFC Actions is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Simply NFC free?

Simply NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NFC Actions or Simply NFC?

Simply NFC is rated higher. NFC Actions averages 2.2 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Simply NFC averages 4.1 from 187 ratings.

### Do NFC Actions or Simply NFC have ads?

Neither NFC Actions nor Simply NFC shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NFC Actions or Simply NFC?

NFC Actions ships an update every 2 months, and Simply NFC fortnightly. Most recently, NFC Actions was updated on October 23, 2026 and Simply NFC on October 23, 2026.

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