Arcade Card Reader vs NFC Reader & Writer Tools
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Arcade Card Reader
This utility app uses NFC to scan and save data from various arcade and transit cards. It supports a wide range of card types, including e-amusement passes, FeliCa-based travel cards, and amusement IC cards. All scanned data can be stored within the app for quick retrieval.
- Read card numbers and serial numbers
- Scan access codes
- Identify card types
- Save scanned data
- Supports e-amusement passes
- Supports FeliCa-based travel IC cards
- Supports Amusement IC cards
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Allows you to read card numbers, serial numbers, access codes, card type, and more from various arcade cards using NFC. Once read, the data can be saved to the app for easy access later. Supported cards include: - e-amusement passes (all types) - FeliCa-based Travel IC cards such as PASMO, Suica, ICOCA, Octopus, etc. - Amusement IC cards from Konami, Sega, Taito, and Bandai Namco - Unofficial Amusement IC cards - Other FeliCa-based NFC tags such as Sony XM-series headphones - NESiCA cards
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: NFC Reader & Writer Tools at 4.3 against Arcade Card Reader's 3.8. NFC Reader & Writer Tools also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (55 vs 4). Arcade Card Reader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and iOS requirement (13.2 vs 16.4). On price, review sentiment, ads 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. NFC Reader & Writer Tools sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Arcade Card Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.
NFC Reader & Writer Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Reader & Writer Tools has 55 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 50% and 50% positive.
Arcade Card Reader ships an update every 2 months, NFC Reader & Writer Tools every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Arcade Card Reader | NFC Reader & Writer Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (4 ratings) | 4.3 (55 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 55 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 13.2 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 40 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rem Tech AS | CHANT'S BEAUTY SALON (PTY) LTD |
Customer experience
Arcade Card Reader
NFC Reader & Writer Tools
In-app purchases
Arcade Card Reader
No in-app purchases
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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