# Scanly vs NFC Reader & Writer Tools

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.

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.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scanly | NFC Reader & Writer Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanly-qr-code-reader/id6738839183/reviews)** | [4.4 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-tools/id6747974791/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **47** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 10 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Serhii Kravchuk](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782521114) | [CHANT'S BEAUTY SALON (PTY) LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778748864) |

## What reviewers say

### Scanly

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanly-qr-code-reader/id6738839183)

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.

**Highlights:** Instant QR & Barcode Scanning, Smart Actions After Scan, QR Code Generator, Scan & Generated History, Private & Secure Scanning, Face ID Protection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Scanly: Barcode Scanner | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $14.99 | per year |


### NFC Reader & Writer Tools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-tools/id6747974791)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NFC Tools Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Code Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| QR Code Scanner Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| NFC Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| NFC Tools | $5.99 | per 7 days |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scanly free?

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

### Is NFC Reader & Writer Tools free?

NFC Reader & Writer Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Scanly or NFC Reader & Writer Tools?

Scanly is rated higher. Scanly averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while NFC Reader & Writer Tools averages 4.4 from 47 ratings.

### Do Scanly or NFC Reader & Writer Tools have ads?

Neither Scanly nor NFC Reader & Writer Tools shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scanly or NFC Reader & Writer Tools?

Scanly ships an update every 9 days, and NFC Reader & Writer Tools every 2 weeks. Most recently, Scanly was updated on September 21, 2026 and NFC Reader & Writer Tools on September 11, 2026.

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