NFCPlayer vs Eight Count App
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NFCPlayer
Read full descriptionHide full description
This is a simple music app that lets you play your favorite music by putting it on an NFC tag. ◆ Supported Streaming Services ・Apple Music ・Spotify ・YouTube Music ・Amazon Music A subscription to one of the above services and its dedicated app are required to use this app. This app is optimized for Apple Music. For other services, the respective dedicated app will open and display. (Only Apple Music supports autoplay.) ◆ Features ・Play and display your favorite music simply by holding your phone over an NFC tag. ・Easily register albums, songs, and playlists to NFC tags. ・Apple Music offers optimized in-app playback functionality. ・Spotify, YouTube Music, and Amazon Music will automatically open their respective official apps. ・Play from your history with one tap. ◆ How to Use This App ・Carry your favorite albums on cards. ・Place tags in your room, car, or desk for instant playback. ・Share music as a gift or to cherish memories. ◆ About In-App Purchases You can enjoy a more convenient experience by purchasing extensions. * NFC write count: Unlimited * History storage count: Expanded (5 items → 15 items) * Add favorites function * Customize playback screen ◆ Required environment and conditions for operation * Internet connection is required. * A subscription contract is required to use each music service. * An NFC-compatible iPhone and NFC tag are required. * Spotify, YouTube Music, and Amazon Music will launch their respective official apps or websites for playback. ◆ Notes * This app is for iPhone only (not compatible with iPad or Mac). * Depending on the content, the respective music app may launch. * Some operation may differ depending on the service specifications. * Access permission will be displayed upon first use.
Eight Count App
Read full descriptionHide full description
Eight Count is a rhythmic metronome designed for dancers. Build a custom percussion pattern across an 8-count, assign instruments to each beat and subdivision, and loop it at your tempo. Whether you're drilling choreography, freestyling, or training musicality — Eight Count gives you a simple, tactile way to create the exact rhythm you need and practice to it on repeat. How it works: Tap any cell in the 8-count grid to cycle through five instruments — kick, snare, hi-hat, clap, and snap. Set your tempo from slow to fast, hit play, and loop. Made for: Choreographers building counts for new pieces Freestylers training to specific rhythmic patterns Dance students working on timing and musicality Musicians studying subdivisions and grooves Anyone who thinks in 8-counts Features: 8-count grid with four subdivisions per beat (1, e, &, a) 5 percussion sounds: kick, snare, hi-hat, clap, snap Adjustable tempo with simple +/- controls Instant looping playback
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Eight Count App at none against NFCPlayer's 1. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. NFCPlayer sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Eight Count App asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | NFCPlayer | Eight Count App |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 35 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kenji Shimura | Polyrhythm Labs, Inc. |
In-app purchases
NFCPlayer
- Extension Unlock$1.99
Eight Count App
No in-app purchases









