# NFC Reader & Writer Tools vs NFC Tag Reader & Writer +

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Tag Reader & Writer + at 5.0 against NFC Reader & Writer Tools's 4.2. NFC Tag Reader & Writer + also leads on device support (3 vs 1). NFC Reader & Writer Tools's advantage is ratings volume (60 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC Reader & Writer Tools sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and NFC Tag Reader & Writer + sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NFC Tag Reader & Writer + holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Reader & Writer Tools has 60 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

NFC Reader & Writer Tools ships an update fortnightly, NFC Tag Reader & Writer + every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Reader & Writer Tools | NFC Tag Reader & Writer + |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (60 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-tools/id6747974791/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tag-reader-and-writer-plus/id6751116185/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **60** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 28 MB | 159 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CHANT'S BEAUTY SALON (PTY) LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778748864) | [Rhonda Wilcox](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794326016) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### NFC Tag Reader & Writer +

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tag-reader-and-writer-plus/id6751116185)

Easily read, write, and manage NFC tags containing various data types like URLs, text, and contacts. Organize tags, protect data, and unlock advanced features with a premium upgrade.

**Highlights:** Read and write NFC tags, Manage URLs, text, contacts, WiFi, Smart content recognition, Create custom tags, Organize tags into categories, Overwrite protection alerts, Tag erasing functionality (premium)

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly-Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC Reader & Writer Tools free?

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

### Is NFC Tag Reader & Writer + free?

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

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

NFC Tag Reader & Writer + is rated higher. NFC Reader & Writer Tools averages 4.2 out of 5 from 60 ratings, while NFC Tag Reader & Writer + averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do NFC Reader & Writer Tools or NFC Tag Reader & Writer + have ads?

Neither NFC Reader & Writer Tools nor NFC Tag Reader & Writer + shows ads.

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

NFC Reader & Writer Tools ships an update fortnightly, and NFC Tag Reader & Writer + every 4 weeks. Most recently, NFC Reader & Writer Tools was updated on October 24, 2026 and NFC Tag Reader & Writer + on October 24, 2026.

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