Smart NFC vs PocketNFC

Smart NFC is a fast and reliable app for reading, writing, and managing NFC tags on iPhone. Create NFC tags for links, contacts, Wi-Fi networks, Shortcuts, automations, and everyday workflows. Inspect NDEF tags, check capacity before writing, and save reusable templates. Smart NFC uses Apple Core NFC and SwiftUI, responds quickly, and keeps privacy first. Key features • Fast NFC tag reading • Write URL, text, Wi-Fi, vCard, phone, SMS, location, and custom data • Check capacity and byte size before writing • View tag status: writable, locked, and capacity • Erase or restore compatible tags • History for read and created tags • Save and reuse tag templates • Customize tags with colors, emoji, and SF Symbols • Quick Actions and widgets Useful for NFC readers, tag writing, NDEF, NFC stickers, Shortcuts, automation, digital business cards, and professional NFC workflows. Free and Pro The free version lets you try NFC reading and writing. Pro unlocks unlimited reading and writing, advanced tag types, history, templates, and customization with a one-time purchase. No subscriptions. No ads. Designed for iPhone • SwiftUI interface • Fast on-device processing • No account required • Privacy first Smart NFC is built for people who want to use NFC tags simply, elegantly, and reliably.

PocketNFC brings everyday NFC tools, advanced card inspection and a hands-on resort simulator to iPhone. Read supported tags, write NDEF records, organise cards and keys, or connect compatible external readers for deeper exploration. READ, WRITE AND CREATE • Read and write NDEF records, including links, Wi-Fi details, contacts, phone numbers and text • Create digital business cards and useful everyday NFC actions • Explore Quick Tags for Wi-Fi sharing, app links, Shortcuts and more • Write repeated content across multiple tags or prepare unique tags from CSV • Save reusable NDEF templates for the tags you write often EXPLORE MORE CARD TYPES • Inspect supported NTAG, Ultralight, DESFire, ISO7816, NFC-V and FeliCa tags using iPhone’s built-in NFC • View the identity, technology and data each supported card makes available • Explore DESFire version and manufacturing information, plus supported NXP originality checks where available STEP INSIDE THE RESORT SIMULATOR iPhone’s first NFC playground. Issue a guest key at the front desk, test room and pool access, then change the rules and try again. • Experiment with guest permissions, validity times and access decisions • Explore how card data connects to what happens at the reader • Start with virtual cards, with no extra hardware required • Use compatible physical cards and supported readers to take your experiments further CHAMELEON ULTRA SUPPORT • Read and emulate supported HF (13.56 MHz) and LF (125 kHz) card types • Manage slots, saved captures and device settings • Check MIFARE Classic keys using built-in and personal dictionaries • Capture supported recovery evidence for use with external recovery tools ACS BLUETOOTH READER SUPPORT • Connect compatible readers, including ACR1555U and ACR1255U • Inspect card identifiers, technology, accessible memory and supported MIFARE Classic sector data • Explore APDU and reader tools, with connection and battery information where supported ORGANISE, COMPARE AND EXPORT • Keep a library of saved card captures, keys and passwords • Compare scans to find differences • Export PDF reports and supported capture formats • Organise your history with automatic labels • Build projects and workflows around your NFC tasks NO ACCOUNT. NO ADS. Usage and purchase analytics are optional and can be changed in Settings. NFC contents and saved keys are never included in analytics. PocketNFC Premium is a one-time in-app purchase that includes the Resort Simulator and additional tools. Card support and available operations depend on your iPhone, reader, firmware, card permissions and keys. MIFARE Classic sector access and supported card emulation require suitable external hardware. Use advanced testing features only with cards and systems you own or are authorised to test.