Comparison

NFC Tools vs Scanta

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

Head to head
About

NFC Tools

Easily read and write data to NFC tags. Lock tags permanently, set passwords for protection, and remove them. Save tag data for later use and merge information into arrays.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tags
  • Write text and data to tags
  • Lock tags for permanent writing
  • Set and remove tag passwords
  • Save tag data for future use
  • Merge data into arrays
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Our app is a handy NFC tag application that allows users to read and write data easily. With the app, you can read NFC tags as well as write text information and data sets to them. Additional features include the ability to lock tags to write permanently and set a password to protect the information. You can also remove passwords from tags and save the data in the app for future use. Our app allows you to merge data into a single array and write it to a tag, as well as save a history of read tags. Note that the read function is available for free, while any write operations require a paid subscription. This application contains auto-renewable subscriptions and In-App Purchases: 1 week: $4.99 1 month: $12.99 1 year: $39.99 Lifetime: $59.99 Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ywEtsl1ibGZSBUPZHny6EeZHtC-wIIxaqwZKRqpEwls/edit?usp=sharing Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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

NFC Tools4 screens
Scanta4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: NFC Tools at none against Scanta's shown. On price, update cadence, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NFC Tools sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Scanta sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Tools ships an update every 11 days, Scanta every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and May 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
NFC Tools versus Scanta: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC ToolsScanta
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (451 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews28.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings451 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 9 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size114 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHunter NelsonMehmet Ali Erbas

In-app purchases

6 purchases

NFC Tools

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly$2.997 Days
  • Weekly2 variants$4.997 Days
  • Weekly3 Days trial2 variants$4.997 Days
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  • Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$59.99
2 purchases

Scanta

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

Questions

Is NFC Tools free?
NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Scanta free?
Scanta is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC Tools or Scanta have ads?
Scanta shows ads; NFC Tools does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC Tools or Scanta?
NFC Tools ships an update every 11 days, and Scanta every 9 days. Most recently, NFC Tools was updated on September 23, 2026 and Scanta on May 16, 2026.

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