NFC reduces the action
Tapping can feel instant and premium, especially in a counter or reception setting.
Guide
NFC vs QR review cards
NFC and QR both help customers open a review link. The best choice depends on how customers interact with your business.
QR reduces uncertainty
Scanning is familiar to customers and gives a fallback when NFC is not convenient.
The design should explain both
A good review card makes the customer choice obvious: tap here or scan here.
Quick decision guide
Option
Best for
Watch out for
NFC
Fast tap-to-review moments
Not every customer will use it
QR
Universal scan-to-review moments
Requires opening camera
NFC + QR
Most businesses with public-facing signs
Needs clean layout to avoid clutter
Melbourne examples
A barber customer taps while paying.
A clinic patient scans after reception points to the sign.
Further reading
Official references
FAQ
Is NFC or QR better for Google reviews?
Neither wins in every situation. NFC is faster, QR is more familiar, and both together cover more customer preferences.
Do Tap2Rate products use dynamic QR codes?
Prabhkirat Singh Saini configures the NFC and QR destinations for the profile verified at setup time. Contact product support if the business profile or destination later changes.
Do customers need an app?
No special app is needed to use a Tap2Rate product. Customers use their phone's NFC or camera capability.
Want the review step to feel easier for your customers?
Prabhkirat Singh Saini supplies the fixed white Tap2Rate Square and Tap2Rate Stand, finds the right Google profile, tests both destinations and ships Australia-wide for a flat $9.95 delivery fee.