# NFC Reader & Writer vs TDLiDAR

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Reader & Writer at 5.0 against TDLiDAR's 4.3. NFC Reader & Writer also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 85%). TDLiDAR's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TDLiDAR sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NFC Reader & Writer asks for nothing beyond the download.

NFC Reader & Writer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of NFC Reader & Writer's written reviews are positive against 85% of TDLiDAR's.

NFC Reader & Writer ships an update every 2 weeks, TDLiDAR weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC Reader & Writer | TDLiDAR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-nfc-tool/id6760646021/reviews)** | [4.3 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tdlidar/id6760954732/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **11** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 84.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #76 | **#44** |
| Size | 10 MB | 193 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [裕涛 兰](https://appshunter.io/developer/1624361053) | [ari lintzeris](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874497643) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC Reader & Writer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-reader-and-writer-nfc-tool/id6760646021)

**Currently charting:** #76 Top Free · Developer Tools (US App Store)

This application allows you to read, write, and manage NFC tags directly from your iPhone. It provides detailed tag analysis, supports various record types for writing, and keeps a history of all your scans.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tag information, Write NDEF records to tags, Manage tags (erase, lock), Scan history with timestamps, Detailed tag analysis, Support for various NFC standards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### TDLiDAR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tdlidar/id6760954732)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Grossing · Developer Tools (US App Store)

Transform your iPhone into a live depth camera and sensor streaming hub for various creative tools. Offers multiple depth modes, including LiDAR and neural depth, with extensive control over sensor data. Ideal for real-time visual effects and interactive installations.

**Highlights:** Live depth streaming over NDI/OSC, Multiple depth modes (LiDAR, neural, ARKit), 40+ on-device sensor streaming, Remote control via OSC and MIDI, Real-time point cloud and mesh scanning, No account or telemetry required

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TDLidar Pro Lifetime | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC Reader & Writer free?

NFC Reader & Writer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is TDLiDAR free?

TDLiDAR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NFC Reader & Writer or TDLiDAR?

NFC Reader & Writer is rated higher. NFC Reader & Writer averages 5.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while TDLiDAR averages 4.3 from 11 ratings.

### Do NFC Reader & Writer or TDLiDAR have ads?

Neither NFC Reader & Writer nor TDLiDAR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NFC Reader & Writer or TDLiDAR?

NFC Reader & Writer ships an update every 2 weeks, and TDLiDAR weekly. Most recently, NFC Reader & Writer was updated on October 31, 2026 and TDLiDAR on October 31, 2026.

### Which is more popular, NFC Reader & Writer or TDLiDAR?

NFC Reader & Writer currently peaks at #76 in the App Store charts, and TDLiDAR at #44. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*