Smart NFC Tools Reader vs NFC Tap
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smart NFC Tools Reader
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Smart NFC Tools Reader is an app that empowers you to read, write, and program tasks on NFC tags and other compatible NFC chips, turning routine actions into automated convenience. With its simple, intuitive interface, Smart NFC Tools Reader allows you to save standard information to your tags, such as contact details, URLs, phone numbers, social profiles, and even locations—making it universally compatible with any NFC-enabled device. Beyond basic information storage, Smart NFC Tools Reader enables you to automate various tasks that were once manual. You can program NFC tags to activate Bluetooth, set alarms, adjust volume levels, configure WiFi networks, and much more. A quick tap can silence your phone, set an alarm for the next morning, or even launch an app—perfect for simplifying daily routines. Compatible with a wide range of NFC tag types, NFC Tools has been tested with NTAG (203, 213, 216, and more), Ultralight, ICODE, DESFire, ST25, Mifare Classic, Felica, Topaz, and others, ensuring broad device compatibility. Advanced users can take advantage of features like preset variables, conditions, and advanced task options, allowing for highly customizable, complex sequences. With over 200 available tasks and endless combinations, Smart NFC Tools Reader helps you create tailored, automated solutions with ease. Features: - Read and view tag details, including type, serial number, memory, and data (NDEF records). - Store contact info, URLs, and more on tags. - Automate tasks like Bluetooth control, volume settings, WiFi sharing, and alarm setup. Notes: Requires an NFC-compatible device. To execute programmed tasks, install the Smart NFC Tools Reader app. Automate your life with Smart NFC Tools Reader and enjoy a touch of tech magic in your everyday actions! If you subscribe to Smart NFC Tools Reader via iTunes, payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase and your membership will automatically renew unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions will be renewed within 24 hours before the end of each period at the rate of your selected plan. Turn off auto-renewal anytime through iTunes. Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/nfc-reader-privacy-policy/home Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/smartnfc-terms-of-use/home
NFC Tap
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NFC Tap is the fastest way to read, write and manage NFC tags on iPhone. Hold a tag to the top of your phone and its contents open instantly, ready to edit. Program cheap NTAG stickers to do almost anything. WRITE ANYTHING • Links, plain text and phone numbers • Wi-Fi networks (guests connect with one tap) • Contacts and full digital business cards • Social profiles: Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, Snapchat, Telegram, GitHub • Locations, picked right on a map • Email, SMS, Bluetooth and app links MORE THAN A WRITER • Tap-to-Edit: read a tag and change it in place • Share any record as a QR code • Automatic chip detection (NTAG213 / 215 / 216) • Erase and lock tags • Scan history you can export and back up • Step-by-step Apple Shortcuts automation guide PRO • Secret Tags: write private notes encrypted with your PIN. Only NFC Tap with the right PIN can read them; every other app sees scrambled data. • Copy and clone tags, or write the same content to many tags in a row • Password-protect tags so no one can overwrite them • Advanced raw NFC commands and memory tools • Reusable task profiles you can save, reuse and export Works with standard 13.56 MHz NFC tags (NTAG and compatible). Note: iPhone cannot read 125 kHz cards or MIFARE Classic; this is an Apple hardware limit shared by all iOS apps. Pro is available as weekly, monthly or yearly subscriptions, or a one-time lifetime unlock. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the period ends; manage them in your Apple ID settings. Privacy: https://clkcompany.github.io/Nfc-Tap/privacy.html Terms: https://clkcompany.github.io/Nfc-Tap/terms.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: NFC Tap at none against Smart NFC Tools Reader's shown. NFC Tap also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15). On price, 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. Smart NFC Tools Reader sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and NFC Tap sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Smart NFC Tools Reader | NFC Tap |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nikung Goyani | Muhammed Celik |
In-app purchases
Smart NFC Tools Reader
- NFC Tools Reader3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Tap NFC Tag Reader$7.991 Year
NFC Tap
- NFC Tap Pro$2.997 Days
- NFC Tap Pro$5.991 Month
- NFC Tap Pro$19.991 Year
- Pro Lifetime$29.99
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