Transform Learning into Tangible Rewards
Physical NTAG213 NFC coins + Digital coins = Flexible rewards for every situation
Kinderon NFC coins are physical, tap-to-earn reward tokens that bring gamification into the real world. Each coin contains an NTAG213 NFC chip that, when tapped with a smartphone, instantly awards XP (experience points) to students. It's like having a video game achievement system, but for real-life tasks!
| Feature | Physical NFC Coins 🪙 | Digital Coins 💻 |
|---|---|---|
| How It Works | Tap physical coin with phone | Click/tap button in app or use web tapping |
| Cost | $3 per coin, $10 for 5-pack | FREE - unlimited digital coins |
| Setup | Receive pre-programmed, just enroll | Create instantly in dashboard |
| Best For | Fixed locations (bedrooms, chore areas), collectibility, younger kids | Flexibility, mobile tasks, no upfront cost |
| Rarity System | Pre-randomized (Common to Legendary) | You choose rarity when creating |
| Physical Presence | Yes - visual reminder in environment | No - virtual only |
| Durability | NTAG213 chip (very durable), waterproof options | N/A - software only |
| NFC Required | Yes - phone must have NFC | No - works on any device |
Most families and classrooms use BOTH physical and digital coins. Place physical coins in fixed locations (bedroom for "made bed", bathroom for "brushed teeth", kitchen for "put dishes away"), and use digital coins for spontaneous rewards, mobile tasks, or situations where physical coins aren't practical. It's the best of both worlds!
Every physical NFC coin is pre-assigned a rarity level before shipping, using a weighted randomization algorithm. This means opening a new coin pack is like opening trading card packs - you might get common coins, or you might get lucky and find a legendary! This randomness adds excitement and collectibility to the system.
10 XP
50% chance
25 XP
25% chance
50 XP
15% chance
100 XP
8% chance
250 XP
2% chance
Both physical and digital coins can be assigned a type to categorize what behavior they reward. This helps with analytics (see which activities kids do most) and gives structure to your reward system.
Household tasks: cleaning room, doing dishes, laundry, organizing, yard work
Example: "Made Bed" coin on headboard
Academic work: completing assignments, studying, reading textbooks, practice problems
Example: "Finished Homework" digital coin
Physical activity: sports, outdoor play, walking, biking, dancing
Example: "30min Outside" coin by door
Books, educational content, articles, learning materials
Example: "Read 20min" coin by bookshelf
Helping others, sharing, good deeds, empathy, volunteering
Example: "Helped Sibling" digital coin
Art, music, building, crafts, imaginative play, design
Example: "Created Art" coin by art table
Special rewards, exceptional behavior, achievements, surprises
Example: "Above & Beyond" legendary coin
To prevent kids from tapping the same coin repeatedly and to encourage diverse activities, Kinderon offers lock modes that limit how often a coin can be tapped. Learn more on the Tapping System page.
Setup: 5 physical NFC coins placed strategically
Result: Kids complete their entire morning routine independently to collect all 5 coins daily. Maximum daily XP from routine: 195 XP. Parents report smoother mornings within 1 week!
Setup: 3 shared physical coins + digital coins for individual rewards
Result: Students self-reward for positive behaviors, teacher rewards engagement digitally. Per-student lock mode ensures shared coins work fairly - one student tapping doesn't lock it for others!
Setup: Mix of physical and digital coins for varied activities
Result: Family tracks outdoor activities together. Kids compete on family leaderboard to see who can earn the most exercise XP each week. Physical activity increases by 40% in first month!
$3 each
$10 for 5-pack
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https://kinderon.com/api/tap.php?serial=ABC123Yes! Digital coins work exactly the same way but are tapped through the app/website instead of with a physical coin. They're completely free and unlimited. Many families start with digital coins to test the system before investing in physical ones.
Most modern smartphones (2018+) have NFC built-in. Check your phone's specs or try holding it near a contactless payment terminal - if it works, you have NFC! If not, use digital coins instead.
No - part of the fun is the randomized rarity system! It's like opening a pack of trading cards. However, if you need specific rarities for classroom balance, contact us at support@kinderon.com for bulk orders.
The system shows a student selector when a coin is tapped, so technically yes. However, with lock modes enabled, there's little incentive to cheat - they can only tap once per lock period anyway. Plus, parents and teachers can review tap history to spot unusual patterns.
NTAG213 chips are very durable and rarely fail. If a coin stops working, contact support@kinderon.com and we'll send a replacement. Keep your coin serial numbers written down as backup!
Learn about app-based tapping without NFC coins
Complete guide to lock modes and tap mechanics
From signup to daily use - complete walkthrough
Start with free digital coins today, or pre-order physical NFC coins for the full experience!