Comparison

RFID Scan Scan Write vs NFC TagWriter by NXP

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

RFID Scan Scan Write

This application allows for the rapid commissioning of UHF RFID tags using a compatible Bluetooth reader. It can encode tags with standard or custom EPCs by scanning barcode information or directly inputting Hex/ASCII data. Tags can also be secured with passwords.

Highlights
  • Rapid UHF RFID tag commissioning
  • Encode tags with custom EPCs
  • Scan barcode information for encoding
  • Lock tags with passwords
  • Support for GS1 SGTIN-96, GRAI-96, GIAI-96
  • Utilizes TSL Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader
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RFID Scan Scan Write requires a compatible TSL Bluetooth® UHF RFID Reader to explore the full functionality of the App. RFID Scan Scan Write is designed to rapidly commission UHF RFID tags with both industry standard and custom EPCs. The App can take GS1 barcode information and then encode tags with GS1 SGTIN-96, GRAI-96 or GIAI-96 compliant EPCs or use scanned Hex/ASCII data directly to generate custom EPC values. Tags can also be locked and passwords specified so that they are secured against un-authorised modification. For Hex and ASCII custom EPCs: First, scan a barcode containing the new EPC value as Hex or ASCII. Secondly, scan the tag’s temporary EPC barcode or just pull the trigger if not using temporary EPC barcodes - ensure the target tag is the only tag near the reader. The reader automatically writes the new EPC to the tag . Working with UHF RFID tags that support Multi-vendor Chip-based Serialisation (MCS) a user can easily commission serialised tags in a simple two-step process: First scan a GS1 GTIN or UPC barcode. Secondly scan the tag’s temporary EPC barcode or just pull the trigger if not using temporary EPC barcodes. The reader automatically writes to the tag an SGTIN-96 compliant EPC. For generating SGTIN-96 tags requires pre-printed UHF RFID tags that are Multi-vendor Chip-based Serialisation compliant. Currently Impinj Monza 4, 5, 6 and Monza X tags are supported. Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd (TSL) specializes in the design, development and manufacture of handheld, Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID). TSL’s RFID Scan Scan Write is one of a series of Apps built around TSL's sophisticated, parameterized, ASCII 2 Protocol that allows sets of pre-configured commands to be executed locally within the Bluetooth® UHF RFID reader. The ASCII 2 protocol provides the developer with a powerful set of parameterised commands to execute complex UHF RFID transponder operations in a simple, easy to grasp way . Using these simple, pre-configured ASCII commands, TSL Bluetooth® UHF RFID readers can be rapidly integrated into applications for unparalleled levels of productivity.

About

NFC TagWriter by NXP

This application allows you to write various types of data, including contacts, bookmarks, and SMS messages, to any NFC-enabled tag. Once programmed, you can read the stored information and even launch applications automatically based on the data. It works with posters, business cards, and other NFC-enabled items.

Highlights
  • Store contacts, bookmarks, geo locations
  • Program SMS, Bluetooth, and Mail data
  • Write to NFC-enabled tags and items
  • Read and view programmed data
  • Launch applications automatically
  • Works with posters and business cards
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The NFC TagWriter by NXP Semiconductors, stores Contacts, Bookmarks, Geo location, Bluetooth, Handover, SMS, Mail and many more to any NFC enabled tags as well as to items like posters, business cards and many more containing NFC-enabled electronics. Once data has been stored the application allows reading and viewing the programmed data including options to launch applications automatically based on the contained data.

Screenshots

RFID Scan Scan Write4 screens
NFC TagWriter by NXP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NFC TagWriter by NXP at 26% against RFID Scan Scan Write's 0%. NFC TagWriter by NXP also leads on rating (2.2 vs 2.0) and ratings volume (33 vs 9). RFID Scan Scan Write's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC TagWriter by NXP holds the better App Store score, 2.2 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 33 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of RFID Scan Scan Write's written reviews are positive against 26% of NFC TagWriter by NXP's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RFID Scan Scan Write ships an update every 7 months, NFC TagWriter by NXP every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RFID Scan Scan Write versus NFC TagWriter by NXP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRFID Scan Scan WriteNFC TagWriter by NXP
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (9 ratings)2.2 (33 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews25.8% of reviews — better
Number of ratings933 — better
Update frequencyEvery 7 months — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTechnology Solutions (UK) LtdNXP Semiconductors

Customer experience

RFID Scan Scan Write

All ratings9 ratings
Positive22.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative77.8%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

NFC TagWriter by NXP

All ratings32 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral6.3%
Negative68.8%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive25.8%
Neutral9.7%
Negative64.5%

In-app purchases

None

RFID Scan Scan Write

No in-app purchases

None

NFC TagWriter by NXP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RFID Scan Scan Write free?
RFID Scan Scan Write is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC TagWriter by NXP free?
NFC TagWriter by NXP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RFID Scan Scan Write or NFC TagWriter by NXP?
NFC TagWriter by NXP is rated higher. RFID Scan Scan Write averages 2.0 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while NFC TagWriter by NXP averages 2.2 from 33 ratings.
Do RFID Scan Scan Write or NFC TagWriter by NXP have ads?
Neither RFID Scan Scan Write nor NFC TagWriter by NXP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RFID Scan Scan Write or NFC TagWriter by NXP?
RFID Scan Scan Write ships an update every 7 months, and NFC TagWriter by NXP every 10 months. Most recently, RFID Scan Scan Write was updated on October 11, 2026 and NFC TagWriter by NXP on October 20, 2026.

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