# TBScan vs Smart NFC Tools

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TBScan at 84% against Smart NFC Tools's 30%. TBScan also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). Smart NFC Tools's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TBScan sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Smart NFC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TBScan holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 222 and 476 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 84% of TBScan's written reviews are positive against 30% of Smart NFC Tools's.

TBScan ships an update every 3 months, Smart NFC Tools weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TBScan | Smart NFC Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (222 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tbscan/id1122054655/reviews)** | [4.6 (476 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 222 | **476** |
| Positive reviews | **84.1% of reviews** | 30.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolas Camenisch](https://appshunter.io/developer/1122054654) | [Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.](https://appshunter.io/developer/867175889) |

## What reviewers say

### TBScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tbscan/id1122054655)

Easily discover and log geocaching trackables using your device's camera. Scan codes instantly to identify trackables, view their missions, and log them without manual typing. Perfect for events and finding trackables in caches.

**Highlights:** Quick trackable code recognition, Discover multiple trackables simultaneously, Offline functionality, View trackable missions, Attach photos to logs, Multiple log modes

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TBScan Pro | $2.99 | one-time |


### Smart NFC Tools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931)

Easily read, inspect, and modify NFC tags with this intuitive tool. Write to tags in various formats to trigger actions like opening websites or making calls. Prioritizes user privacy by operating entirely offline.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tag content, Inspect and modify NFC tags, Erase, lock, and copy tags, Write NFC tags in various formats, Trigger phone calls or open websites, 100% offline operation

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NFC Tools Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💰 Reasonable price
- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Very practical
- 👍 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Does not work
- 👎 Waste of money
- 👎 Free version limited
- 👎 Scam and money taken
- 👎 Paid and no function

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work to save contact card
- App glitches
- Doesn't work to read card and fob
- Paid for unlock, but restore doesn't work after iOS update
- Paid for ability to lock tags, but feature does not work

**Requested features**

- Add social media to chips
- Ability to add multiple items to card after paying


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TBScan free?

TBScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Smart NFC Tools free?

Smart NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TBScan or Smart NFC Tools?

TBScan is rated higher. TBScan averages 4.8 out of 5 from 222 ratings, while Smart NFC Tools averages 4.6 from 476 ratings.

### Do TBScan or Smart NFC Tools have ads?

Neither TBScan nor Smart NFC Tools shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TBScan or Smart NFC Tools?

TBScan ships an update every 3 months, and Smart NFC Tools weekly. Most recently, TBScan was updated on September 9, 2026 and Smart NFC Tools on September 24, 2026.

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