Comparison

NFC Arcane vs RealBoard.yaomagic

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

Head to head
About

NFC Arcane

Features
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NFC Arcan gathers every kind of link you need—normal web URLs, iOS Shortcuts links and custom URL-schemes—in one clear library, so you never have to dig through multiple apps or notes again. Key Features • Save & categorize unlimited web links, Shortcut actions and deep-link URL-schemes, each with a large, recognizable icon • Write / rewrite any link to an NFC tag in seconds, with an optional read-only lock for security • Launch instantly: open websites, trigger Shortcuts or jump straight into another app via its URL-scheme • Scan & generate QR codes for any saved link—share them on the spot or save high-resolution codes straight to your Photo Library • Backup & restore your entire collection with a single file—nothing gets lost From NFC business cards to smart posters and home-automation triggers, NFC Wizard keeps all your URLs—web, Shortcut or deep-link—plus their QR codes—in one place, ready to share and reuse whenever you need them.

About

RealBoard.yaomagic

Features
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Take full control of your RealBoard with this powerful and intuitive companion app — built specifically for live stage performances. Connect effortlessly via Wi-Fi and manage your RealBoard content with precision and stability. This app gives you the flexibility and reliability you need during live shows. Key Features: • Fast and stable Wi-Fi connection to RealBoard • Real-time content control and updates • Customizable presets and control schemes • User-friendly interface tailored for stage environments • Designed with performance professionals in mind Ideal for concerts, theater productions, exhibitions, and other live events. Note: This app requires a compatible RealBoard device connected on the same network. Make your stage control smarter, faster, and more reliable — with the RealBoard Controller App.

Screenshots

NFC Arcane2 screens
RealBoard.yaomagic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RealBoard.yaomagic at Free against NFC Arcane's $19.99. RealBoard.yaomagic also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.5). NFC Arcane's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

RealBoard.yaomagic is free to download; NFC Arcane costs $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Arcane ships an update every 3 weeks, RealBoard.yaomagic every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
NFC Arcane versus RealBoard.yaomagic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC ArcaneRealBoard.yaomagic
Price$19.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMarc SuperXinge Yao

In-app purchases

None

NFC Arcane

No in-app purchases

None

RealBoard.yaomagic

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC Arcane free?
NFC Arcane costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is RealBoard.yaomagic free?
RealBoard.yaomagic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NFC Arcane or RealBoard.yaomagic have ads?
Neither NFC Arcane nor RealBoard.yaomagic shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC Arcane or RealBoard.yaomagic?
NFC Arcane ships an update every 3 weeks, and RealBoard.yaomagic every 6 weeks. Most recently, NFC Arcane was updated on October 25, 2026 and RealBoard.yaomagic on October 24, 2026.

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