SurlfBird vs NFC URL Encoder
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SurlfBird
This utility app extracts URLs from .url files on your iPhone or iPad. It then opens the URL directly in Safari, streamlining the process of accessing saved web links from your desktop.
- Extracts URLs from .url files
- Opens URLs directly in Safari
- Supports shared file storage integration
- Simple and lightweight utility
- No extra internet traffic
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SurlfBird solves a long-standing problem. You run a Windows desktop computer and an iPhone/iPad side by side. You use a shared file storage like ownCloud, Nextcloud, Dropbox, WebDAV or something similar to transfer your data between the devices. This works fine for office documents, text documents. If, like me, you like to save URLs from internet sessions in your shared storage for later reading or as a reminder, you will find a .url file when viewing the replicated storage on the iOS device. You can copy its contents to the Notes application and click the link there. Now you have SurlfBird to help you. Just share the url file with SurlfBird and it will grep the URL from the .url file and open Safari with that URL. Very small and simple application, no extra internet traffic or anything.
NFC URL Encoder
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Transform any NFC tag into a powerful digital bridge with NFC URL Encoder. Perfect for businesses, creators, and tech enthusiasts who want to seamlessly connect physical objects to digital experiences. INSTANT NFC WRITING • Write any URL to NFC tags in seconds • Support for all NDEF-compatible NFC tags • Real-time URL validation and preview • Success/failure tracking with detailed history SMART INPUT OPTIONS • Manual URL entry with live preview • Barcode scanning for quick parameter input • Custom parameter configuration COMPREHENSIVE TRACKING • Complete write history with timestamps • Retry failed operations instantly PERFECT FOR • Business cards with digital profiles • Product information and manuals • Marketing campaigns and promotions • Restaurant menus and ordering • Real estate property tours • Art gallery exhibitions • Conference networking ADVANCED FEATURES • Custom URL parameter mapping • Flexible base URL configuration • Offline operation SIMPLE & POWERFUL Clean, intuitive interface that makes NFC tag programming accessible to everyone. No technical knowledge required - just enter your URL and tap to write! Whether you're creating smart business cards, interactive product displays, or innovative marketing experiences, NFC URL Encoder gives you the tools to bridge the physical and digital worlds effortlessly. Download now and start creating magical NFC experiences that engage and delight your audience!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SurlfBird at 16.0 against NFC URL Encoder's 26.0. 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.
| Parameter | SurlfBird | NFC URL Encoder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 3 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Dokumenta (LU) | ALGOHIT INC. |
In-app purchases
SurlfBird
No in-app purchases
NFC URL Encoder
No in-app purchases









