Simply NFC - Tag Writer/Reader

Name: Simply NFC - Tag Writer/Reader
Rating: 4.1 (183 reviews)
Author: Lakeside Llama LLC

By: Lakeside Llama LLC

Simply the NFC app you need.

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Features & Capabilities

Simply NFC is the most powerful, simple, and accessible NFC writer/reader. Just tap the Read NFC button to scan and place the back of your phone to the tag. No external hardware required. The content is read, stored in your history, and opened automatically with the appropriate app or function. It can trigger HomeKit scenes and features full VoiceOver accessibility, including an option to read tag content aloud.

In addition to reading, you can write to NFC tags, export history as TXT or CSV, and automate actions with Siri Shortcuts. Supports many tag types (text, URL, vCard, SMS, Email, Telephone, app URIs, and more). Includes a widget and iMessage extension for quick access and sharing, and supports remote scanning via Apple Watch. Developer-friendly URIs and a web-server integration allow you to integrate Simply NFC into your apps and websites.

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By:

Lakeside Llama LLC

Rating:

4.10

(183)

Version:

3 Last updated: 2026-06-10

Version code:

886534852

Creation date:

2017-09-20

Compatible devices:

Size:

5.38MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-04

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 126,355 ▼ 1,176

Other rankings

#93 in badge keyword 10 ▲

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Developed by:

Lakeside Llama LLC

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/simply-nfc-tag-writer-reader/id1262550712

User Reviews

Users praise Simply NFC for its simple, fast UI and strong iOS automation integration (HomeKit, Shortcuts) plus handy widget access and versatile tag content handling. Repeated negatives center on wifi tag support being unreliable, inconsistent tag compatibility (notably with 215 tags), iPhone writing limitations, and a lack of ongoing updates or polish in pro features. Overall, great for reading and automation on iOS, but wifi functionality and tag compatibility gaps are common drawbacks.

Pros

Simple, clean UI that is easy to use.
Fast NFC tag reading with broad support for common tag types.
Strong iOS automation capabilities (HomeKit integration and Shortcuts/Automator support).
Widget and 3D Touch quick access features.
Versatile handling of tag contents (URLs, VCards, SMS/contacts, etc.) for actionable tags.

Cons

WiFi configuration option is unreliable or non-functional for many users.
Inconsistent tag compatibility, especially with certain 215 tags and other brands.
iPhone writing to NFC tags is limited or not supported, often requiring another device.
Lack of updates/maintenance for months/years and some outdated policy notes.
Pro features (including wifi writer) are not as polished and appear to be in beta.

Recent reviews

I enjoyed the simplicity and minimalism of this app. I also believe that many options in it work, I only tried URL & Wifi. I’d recommend downloading nfctools which is free. My wife talked me into buying this app in hopes that the Wifi joining option would work, as it didn’t within nfctools. My only reason and interest (in NFC tags) was to allow visitors to join my wifi without me having to get or remember the password. Both this app and nfctools work as expected for simple thinks like URLs, not for Wifi. When I write a tag with the WiFi options, the phone does nothing when tapping the tag, not even a notification. If you care about wifi option, good luck! I’d recommend the free option, you work too hard to spend unnecessary $.

by eX*****, 2025-03-30

Don't buy if you need the wifi option, it doesn’t work.

by Fe*****, 2024-04-02

Easy to use and decent design for a utility app. Had no issues reading and writing NFC tags. Wish you could preview what you can write with the Pro upgrade records. I had assumed that the URI Record would allow me to input custom URL schemes but you’re stuck with a set number of them. Probably would have not upgraded if I had know that.