NFC Tools vs NFC Write & Read
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NFC Tools
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Turn your phone into a powerful NFC tool. With NFC Tools, you can easily scan, read, and write NFC tags in seconds. Connect to WiFi, open links, or create your own smart tags with a simple tap. KEY FEATURES: • Scan NFC tags instantly • Connect to WiFi with one tap • Write your own NFC tags • Save and manage tag history • Fast and simple user experience SMART NFC USE CASES: • Share WiFi without passwords • Create smart business cards • Launch websites instantly • Automate everyday tasks PRO FEATURES: • Unlimited NFC writing • Full scan history access • Advanced tag information • No ads Whether you're a beginner or advanced user, NFC Tools gives you everything you need in one app. Download now and unlock the full power of NFC.
NFC Write & Read
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NFC Write & Read is a practical and professional NFC reader and writer for iPhone. Scan NFC tags, inspect NDEF records, create new tag content, and write useful records for everyday tasks. Most common features: - Read compatible NFC and NDEF tags - Write URLs, text, contacts, Wi-Fi details, phone numbers, emails, SMS, locations, calendar events, and social links - Build multi-record tags before writing - Import QR codes and turn them into NFC records - Save scans, drafts, and written tags locally - Copy, open, and share scanned content - Check tag details such as capacity, writable state, and record structure Feature list: - NFC reader for compatible NDEF tags - NFC writer for supported writable tags - Record builders for URL, text, phone, SMS, email, contact, Wi-Fi, location, calendar, app links, social profiles, payment links, and custom content - QR code scanner and QR photo import - Saved tag history for scans, writes, and drafts - Clone scanned tags into editable write drafts - Tag inspector with payload size, capacity, record count, and safety details - Raw NDEF viewer with type, identifier, payload, text, and hex details - Export scans as text, JSON, or CSV - Share extension for sending text, URLs, and files into the app - App Shortcuts, widgets, and deep links for quick NFC actions - Advanced NFC tools for supported tag families, including clearing, locking, copying, format checks, dumps, password helpers, and command utilities NFC features require a compatible iPhone and supported NFC tags. Writing, locking, password protection, and advanced commands depend on the tag type and what iOS allows for that hardware. Terms of Use (EULA) https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: NFC Tools at 13.0 against NFC Write & Read's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. NFC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NFC Write & Read sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | NFC Tools | NFC Write & Read |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Spyridon Bousios | Geekme |
In-app purchases
NFC Tools
- Pro Unlock$3.99
NFC Write & Read
- Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Pro$29.991 Year









