Comparison

NFC vs Tag

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

Head to head
About

NFC

Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. View memory content, manufacturer data, and protocol specifications. Export scan results to PDF or CSV for documentation and research.

Highlights
  • Scan ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tags
  • Read accessible memory blocks
  • Display technical specifications and metadata
  • Export scan results to PDF/CSV
  • Supports multiple tag technologies
  • Scan history with search and filtering
  • VoiceOver accessibility support
Features
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Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. A specialized tool for reading NFC tag data within iOS CoreNFC framework limitations. NFC SCANNING CAPABILITIES • Supports ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tag types • Reads available memory blocks and system information • Displays manufacturer and model identification data • Exports scan results to PDF / CSV format for documentation MEMORY READING FEATURES • Reads accessible memory blocks from compatible NFC tags • Displays memory content in hexadecimal and ASCII formats • Shows technical specifications and metadata • Analyzes memory patterns and data structures SUPPORTED TAG TECHNOLOGIES ISO15693 Tags: • ICODE SLI, SLI-S, SLI-L series • ICODE SLX, SLX2 series • ICODE DNA series ISO14443 Tags: • MiFare Classic, Ultralight, DESFire • Various contactless smart cards Additional Support: • ISO7816 contactless cards • FeliCa technology tags • Standard NFC Forum compliant tags TECHNICAL INFORMATION • Manufacturer identification (NXP, STMicroelectronics, Infineon, others) • Security status indicators (AFI, DSFID, EAS where available) • Memory architecture and capacity information • Protocol specifications and operating parameters INTERFACE AND FEATURES • Clean, accessible interface design • Scan history with search and filtering • Multiple language support • PDF / CSV export functionality • VoiceOver accessibility support PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS • IT and network administration • Inventory and asset management • NFC technology research and education • Personal NFC projects and learning IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS • Memory reading capabilities are subject to iOS CoreNFC framework restrictions • Some tag features may be inaccessible due to security policies • Actual functionality depends on tag type and manufacturer settings • Requires iPhone 7 or later with NFC capability This app works within Apple's CoreNFC framework and respects all iOS security limitations. No personal data is collected or transmitted.

About

Tag

Features
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The ultimate NFC toolbox. Tag lets you read, write, erase, and clone NFC tags with ease. Write URLs, Wi-Fi credentials, contacts, phone numbers, social profiles, and more to any writable NFC tag. View raw tag memory in hex with the Expert Mode memory viewer. Lock tags permanently. Build your tag library. Features: - Read full NFC tag details (type, manufacturer, serial number, NDEF records) - Write 8 record types: URL, Text, Wi-Fi, Phone, Email, vCard, Social, Location - Erase and lock tags (permanent) - Clone tags — copy one tag to another - Expert Mode hex memory viewer - Tag library to save and organize scanned tags - 5 free scans, 1 free write/day — upgrade for unlimited SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: Flux offers a Weekly Plan and a Lifetime Access plan. Try it to unlock unlimited scans and writes. Disclaimer: Read and write capabilities depends on tag hardware. Terms of Use: https://meraki-dimension.com/tag/terms

Screenshots

NFC4 screens
Tag4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Tag at none against NFC's shown. Tag also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

Both are free to download. NFC sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Tag sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC ships an update every 5 weeks, Tag weekly. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
NFC versus Tag: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFCTag
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.3 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB35 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperJongMin LeeMeraki Dimension, Lda.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

NFC

One-time2
  • 1 Month Premium Access$0.99
  • 1 Year Premium Pass$2.99
2 purchases

Tag

Subscriptions1
  • Weekly Pro$4.997 Days
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$12.99

Questions

Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tag free?
Tag is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC or Tag have ads?
NFC shows ads; Tag does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC or Tag?
NFC ships an update every 5 weeks, and Tag weekly. Most recently, NFC was updated on August 25, 2026 and Tag on September 18, 2026.

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