Comparison

NFC TagInfo by NXP vs NFC Tools

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

Head to head
About

NFC TagInfo by NXP

This utility app allows users to explore details of NFC tags, supporting various NXP platforms. It can automatically launch actions based on NDEF message content, such as opening URLs or initiating calls. Users can also view and share scanned NDEF message content in simple or expert modes.

Highlights
  • Supports NFC Forum Type 2, 4, and 5 Tags
  • Works with NXP NTAG, ICODE, and MIFARE platforms
  • Scan&Launch mode for automatic NDEF actions
  • NDEF message content interpretation
  • Share scanned tag data
  • Simple and expert view modes
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'NFC TagInfo by NXP' supports all NFC Forum Type 2, Type 4 and Type 5 Tags, including NXP's NTAG®, ICODE® and MIFARE® platforms. In Scan&Launch mode, the app will automatically execute the NDEF Message content-based actions: - Open an URL - Send an Email - Connect to WiFi - Import a vCard (Contact Information) - Display Location on a Map - Initiate a Telephone Call - Show a Text ... In Scan&Show Mode simple and expert views for the scanned NDEF Message content are available and allow sharing with other users.

About

NFC Tools

Easily read and write data to NFC tags using a straightforward interface. Interact with tag content, view detailed information, and record standard data like contacts, URLs, and WiFi configurations.

Highlights
  • Read NFC tag data
  • Write standard information to tags
  • Store VCARDs and URLs
  • Share contact details
  • Save tag contents
  • Configure WiFi and Bluetooth
Features
Currently charting
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NFC Tools can read and write your NFC tags with a simple and lightweight user interface. By passing your device near an NFC chip, you can read the data it contains and interact with the content. The "Read" section allows you to see data such as: - the maker of the tag - the type of tag (ex : Mifare Ultralight, NTAG213) - the norm of the tag (ex : NFC Forum Type 2) - the available technology (ex: NFC A) - its serial number (ex : 04:85:c8:5a:40:2b:80) - the size of the tag and of the data on it - if you can write on the tag - all the data on the tag (NDEF format) NFC Tools can record standard information on your tags which will be compatible with any NFC device. For instance, you can store a VCARD to share your contact details easily, open an URL, share a phone number or even a geolocation. The "Write" section let you record standardised data such as: - a simple text - a link to a website - an email - a contact - a phone number - a predefined text message - an address or geolocation - a WiFi or Bluetooth configuration - personalised data - and more... The write function allows you to add as much data as you wish. This way you can record large quantities of information on your tag. The app also allows you to save the contents of your chip for later access. NFC Tools has been tested with the following NFC tags: - NTAG 203, 210, 210u, 212, 213, 213TT, 215, 216, 413 DNA, 424 DNA - Ultralight, Ultralight C, Ultralight EV1 - ICODE SLI, SLI-S, SLIX, SLIX-S, SLIX-L, SLIX2, DNA - DESFire EV1, EV2, EV3 - ST25TV, ST25TA - Felica If you encounter any problem, don’t hesitate to contact us. Notes: - Compatible from iPhone 7. - Use the "compatibility" mode to read/write Mifare Classic tags.

Screenshots

NFC TagInfo by NXP4 screens
NFC Tools4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Tools at 4.6 against NFC TagInfo by NXP's 3.4. NFC Tools also leads on ratings volume (14K vs 27) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). NFC TagInfo by NXP's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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 Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NFC TagInfo by NXP asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tools has 14K ratings behind it against 27, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of NFC TagInfo by NXP's written reviews are positive against 50% of NFC Tools's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC TagInfo by NXP ships an update every 4 months, NFC Tools every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
NFC TagInfo by NXP versus NFC Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC TagInfo by NXPNFC Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (27 ratings)4.6 (14K ratings) — better
Positive reviews31.3% of reviews50.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2714K — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#113 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNXP Semiconductorswakdev

Customer experience

NFC TagInfo by NXP

All ratings27 ratings
Positive55.6%
Neutral7.4%
Negative37.0%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive31.3%
Neutral6.3%
Negative62.5%

NFC Tools

All ratings14,088 ratings
Positive90.2%
Neutral2.2%
Negative7.6%
Written reviews686 reviews
Positive50.3%
Neutral9.6%
Negative40.1%

Bugs and requests

NFC TagInfo by NXP

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NFC Tools

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Cannot unlock NFC tags after locking them
  • Contacts and WiFi records not working as expected
  • Inconsistent behavior when reading/writing tags
  • Restore purchase feature not functioning properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to bulk write NFC tags
  • Improve compatibility with wpa2 enterprise WiFi settings
  • Implement file explorer for loading custom tag data
  • Add option to write data to Apple Wallet
  • Provide emulator functionality for testing without tags

In-app purchases

None

NFC TagInfo by NXP

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NFC Tools

One-time1
  • NFC Tools - Pro Edition$3.99

Questions

Is NFC TagInfo by NXP free?
NFC TagInfo by NXP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Tools free?
NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NFC TagInfo by NXP or NFC Tools?
NFC Tools is rated higher. NFC TagInfo by NXP averages 3.4 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while NFC Tools averages 4.6 from 14K ratings.
Do NFC TagInfo by NXP or NFC Tools have ads?
Neither NFC TagInfo by NXP nor NFC Tools shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC TagInfo by NXP or NFC Tools?
NFC TagInfo by NXP ships an update every 4 months, and NFC Tools every 3 weeks. Most recently, NFC TagInfo by NXP was updated on June 22, 2026 and NFC Tools on September 24, 2026.

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