Comparison

RS3 NFC Setup vs NFC Smart Tool

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

Head to head
About

RS3 NFC Setup

Configure an NFC reader for various card types like iClass, PROX, and MiFare. Easily adjust settings such as card hold time, output format (decimal/HEX), and Wiegand bits. Settings are saved directly to the device's flash memory.

Highlights
  • NFC reader setup
  • Supports iClass, PROX, ICODE, MiFare, AWID
  • Configure card hold time
  • Set output format (decimal/HEX)
  • Control Wiegand bits
  • Setup delimiters
  • Persistent settings storage
Features
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This app REQUIRES the idChamp Bluetooth Smart (BLE) NFC reader/scanner with firmware 2.0 or later, and iOS 9.0.2 It's used for setup for NFC for iClass, PROX, ICODE, MiFare, AWID, & More. Quickly and easily change settings. Select card type for ISO15693 & ISO14444A CSN, iClass CSN, Tag-It CSN, my-d CSN (Infineon), I-Code CSN (Philips, NXP), etag CSN (Secura Key), MiFare Ultralight CSN (Philips, NXP), I-tag CSN (IBM), DESFire CSN, Advant CSN (Legic), HID iClass ID, Secura Key -01, ReadyKey Pro UID, Radio Key (Secura Key -02), Nexwatch (Honeywell), NexKey, Quadrakey, KeyMate, 2Smart Key (Honeywell), Keri UID, Pyramid (Farpointe Data) PSC-1 26 Bit, Keri PSC-1 26 bit, Farpointe Data (Pyramid) PSC-1 26 bit, Keri NXT UID, ioProx (Kantech), Indala ECR Custom, Indala ASP+ Custom, Indala ASP+ UID (Motorola), Indala ASP Custom, Indala ASP UID (Motorola), Indala ASP 26 bit (Motorola), ID Teck, HiTag 2, HiTag 2 Alternate, HiTag 1 & S, HiTag 1 & S Alternate, HID Prox UID, HID Prox, GProx-II UID, EM 410x Alternate, Rosslare, EM 410x, DIGITAG, Paradox, CDVI, CASI-RUSCO (GE Security, UTC), Russwin UID, Cardax UID, Awid Setup card hold time (determine how long card must be present for read) Setup output format between decimal and HEX, control Wiegand bits output format, strip leading and trailing bits, enable/disable FAC (Facility Access Code), Reverse / Invert Wiegand bits, and more. Setup delimiters for character(s) sent before and after each scan for using the RS3 NFC reader in keyboard simulation mode. Settings are stored in RS3 unit flash memory so settings are persistent.

About

NFC Smart Tool

Easily read and write information to NFC tags. This tool allows you to quickly access the content of NFC tags or write text and URLs onto them.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tag content
  • Write text to NFC tags
  • Write URLs to NFC tags
  • Fast NFC tag interaction
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Read and write NFC tags on iPhone in seconds. Smart NFC Tool makes it easy to scan stickers, create useful tags, and automate everyday actions—without complicated setup. FREE TO START • Scan NFC tags and view NDEF data clearly • Write text and URLs to compatible tags • Clean, modern dashboard built for real use • Personalized greeting and easy Settings NFC SMART TOOL PRO Unlock the full toolkit when you tag often: • Templates — Wi-Fi, contacts (vCard), phone numbers, URLs, plain text, and more • Shortcut Tags — launch your favorite iOS Shortcuts with one tap • NFC Simulator — practice reads and writes without a physical tag • Full Tag History — search, review, copy, share, and write again • Share & Export — send tag data as JSON, hex, or a readable summary WHO IT'S FOR • Business — guest Wi-Fi, menus, booking links, review pages • Events — schedules, maps, registration URLs • Creators & makers — portfolio tags, workshop handouts, project links • Home & office — Shortcuts automation, labeled gear, shared network details • Learners — explore NFC safely with the built-in simulator PRIVACY & SUPPORT We respect your data. Read our privacy policy in the app. Questions? Contact support from Settings. REQUIREMENTS • iPhone with NFC (read/write as supported by your device and iOS) • Compatible NFC tags/labels (e.g. NTAG and other types supported by iOS) • Some features require NFC Smart Tool Pro (subscription) Download Smart NFC Tool and turn every NFC sticker into something useful. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/smartnfctool Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

RS3 NFC Setup4 screens
NFC Smart Tool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Smart Tool at 3.0 against RS3 NFC Setup's 1.0. RS3 NFC Setup's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support 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. NFC Smart Tool sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. RS3 NFC Setup asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Smart Tool holds the better App Store score, 3.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RS3 NFC Setup ships an update every 5 months, NFC Smart Tool every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
RS3 NFC Setup versus NFC Smart Tool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRS3 NFC SetupNFC Smart Tool
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (2 ratings)3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings22
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterAd-supported
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSerialio Ltd.Hexalitics Technology Pvt. Ltd.

Customer experience

RS3 NFC Setup

All ratings2 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

NFC Smart Tool

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

RS3 NFC Setup

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

NFC Smart Tool

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$10.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$29.99

Questions

Is RS3 NFC Setup free?
RS3 NFC Setup is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Smart Tool free?
NFC Smart Tool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, RS3 NFC Setup or NFC Smart Tool?
NFC Smart Tool is rated higher. RS3 NFC Setup averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while NFC Smart Tool averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.
Do RS3 NFC Setup or NFC Smart Tool have ads?
NFC Smart Tool shows ads; RS3 NFC Setup does not.
Which is updated more often, RS3 NFC Setup or NFC Smart Tool?
RS3 NFC Setup ships an update every 5 months, and NFC Smart Tool every 3 months. Most recently, RS3 NFC Setup was updated on September 14, 2026 and NFC Smart Tool on August 29, 2026.

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