# Microchip SmartConnect vs Smart NFC Tools

The clearest difference is rating: Smart NFC Tools at 4.6 against Microchip SmartConnect's 1.0. Smart NFC Tools also leads on ratings volume (478 vs 3). Microchip SmartConnect's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart NFC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Microchip SmartConnect asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart NFC Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart NFC Tools has 478 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Microchip SmartConnect | Smart NFC Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microchip-smartconnect/id1240153044/reviews) | **[4.6 (478 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **478** |
| Positive reviews | — | 30.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 25 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Microchip Technology Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/368610396) | [Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.](https://appshunter.io/developer/867175889) |

## What reviewers say

### Microchip SmartConnect

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/microchip-smartconnect/id1240153044)

This application serves as a container for various Bluetooth Low Energy profile applications. It is designed for demonstrating functionalities with specific development kits and software. It supports a range of health and device information profiles.

**Highlights:** Bluetooth Low Energy profiles, Alert Notification, Heart Rate monitoring, Health Thermometer, Custom Serial Chat, Device Information

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### 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 Microchip SmartConnect free?

Microchip SmartConnect is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart NFC Tools free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Microchip SmartConnect or Smart NFC Tools?

Smart NFC Tools is rated higher. Microchip SmartConnect averages 1.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Smart NFC Tools averages 4.6 from 478 ratings.

### Do Microchip SmartConnect or Smart NFC Tools have ads?

Neither Microchip SmartConnect nor Smart NFC Tools shows ads.

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