Scanly vs NFC Reader & Writer Tools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scanly
This utility app quickly scans QR codes and barcodes, offering smart actions like opening links or connecting to Wi-Fi. It also allows users to generate custom QR codes for various purposes and securely store scan history.
- Instant QR & Barcode Scanning
- Smart Actions After Scan
- QR Code Generator
- Scan & Generated History
- Private & Secure Scanning
- Face ID Protection
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Scanly — QR Code Reader & Barcode Scanner Scan any QR code or barcode instantly. Generate custom QR codes for websites, Wi-Fi, contacts, and more. All your codes in one place, protected by Face ID. Scan Point your camera at any QR code or barcode and get instant results. Open links, connect to Wi-Fi, save contacts, and copy text — all in one tap. Supports QR codes, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code128, and more. Generate Create custom QR codes in seconds. Choose from 6 templates — website, Wi-Fi network, contact card, email, event, or plain text. Add your logo, pick a dot style, and export in high resolution PNG or PDF. History Every scanned and generated code is saved automatically. Search by type, filter by date, mark favourites. Your complete barcode and QR code history, always at hand. Private & Secure Enable Face ID to lock your scan history and generated QR codes. Your data stays on your device. Terms of use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WrhsC--weROgWKg5ALEOizKycdwsn3vdMZWnJXcM808/edit?usp=sharing Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12kHXmu4IoGz5saeOCkljztfo0ya2pDbqWopcC4ILdp4/edit?usp=sharing
NFC Reader & Writer Tools
Easily interact with NFC tags by scanning, reading, and writing various data types. Organize saved entries and access an in-app guide for quick tips. Offers optional premium features via subscription.
- Scan NFC tags
- Write data to tags (Text, URL, SMS, Wi-Fi)
- Organize and save scanned/written tags
- Smart feedback system (sound/vibration)
- In-app guide for usage tips
- Optional subscription for advanced features
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NFC Reader & Writer Tools is a complete solution for interacting with NFC tags. Whether you're scanning a tag, adding new data, or managing saved entries, the app provides an intuitive interface and powerful features to get it done with ease! Key Features: 1) Scan NFC Tags Tap "Scan Tag" to activate NFC and instantly read nearby tags. View key info like tag ID, type (e.g., NTAG213), and content (text, URL, and more). Tags can be scanned repeatedly and saved to your tag list. 2) Write to Tags Select the type of data – Text, URL, SMS, Contact, Wi-Fi, and more. Fill in the form, save your input as a draft, and write it to a tag anytime. Drafts can be edited or deleted as needed. 3) Smart Feedback System Receive sound and vibration signals on successful scans or writes. If an issue occurs, the app displays helpful error messages like “Tag not supported.” 4) Organize and Save Manage your scanned and written tags with simple and clear navigation throughout the app. 5) How It Works Open the in-app guide from the Settings screen for quick tips on using NFC scan and tag writing features. Experience a simple and effective way to manage your NFC tag info directly from your phone! The app provides an optional subscription for access to additional features, including saving scanned NFC tags and importing data from saved tags. Basic NFC scanning and reading functionality is available without a subscription. Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/18WQaDB3NZY3_zu3YnH6WH2F3KTI-G0Yb7-ltAgRTV8c/edit?usp=sharing Term of Use: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1bjGNN2bmK9iNc0njy6E7_92lyxXMz9CV8Azu7SxGQeU/edit?usp=sharing
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Scanly at 4.8 against NFC Reader & Writer Tools's 4.4. NFC Reader & Writer Tools's advantage is ratings volume (47 vs 5). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Scanly sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and NFC Reader & Writer Tools sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Scanly holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Reader & Writer Tools has 47 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Scanly ships an update every 9 days, NFC Reader & Writer Tools every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scanly | NFC Reader & Writer Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (5 ratings) — better | 4.4 (47 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 47 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 10 MB | 32 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Serhii Kravchuk | CHANT'S BEAUTY SALON (PTY) LTD |
Customer experience
Scanly
NFC Reader & Writer Tools
In-app purchases
Scanly
- Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- Scanly: Barcode Scanner3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$14.991 Year
NFC Reader & Writer Tools
- NFC Tools Premium$1.997 Days
- QR Code Premium$5.997 Days
- QR Code Scanner Premium3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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- NFC Premium$5.997 Days
- NFC Tools3 Days trial$5.997 Days
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