NFC TagInfo by NXP vs MTools BLE RFID Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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.
MTools BLE RFID Reader
This application allows users to read and write data to various NFC tags using compatible BLE devices. It offers advanced features for managing and editing tag data, including UID manipulation and firmware upgrades for supported hardware.
- Read and write NFC tags
- Mifare Classic and Ultralight support
- UID changer for magic cards
- Tag dump editor
- ChameleonUltra device management
- Firmware upgrades
- Tag scanner and ID logger
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MTools BLE App is an all-in-one App for PN532 BLE, PCR532, ChameleonUltra, ChameleonUltra Dev Kit, ChameleonLite and Pixl.js devices. It supports reading and writing of Mifare Classic 1K, Mifare Classic 4K, Mifare Ultralight, Mifare Ultralight C, NTAG203, NTAG213, NTAG215, NTAG216, Mifare Desfire, Mifare Plus and other NFC tags with APDU command. Mifare Classic Tools UI friendly Mifare Dump editor full dump reading Tag formatter Partial and full sectors writing UID Changer Gen1A, Gen2, Gen3 & Gen4 Magic card support Mifare Ultralight Mifare DESFire GEN4 GUI Configuration to Mifare Classic Ultralight DESFire Shadow mode settings UID/SAK/ATQA/ATS Password ChameleonUltra Slot Manager Quick Reading & Simulating Slot Dump Button settings Mifare Classic Settings Mfkey32 Firmware Upgrade Pixl.js BLE File Transfer Dump uploader Slot name editor Firmware Upgrade Tag Scanner ID Logger Tag ID Sharing Mifare Dump Importing by bin, mct or json Share dump as bin, mct or json Dump to Keys Mifare Keys Public Keys Private keys by user History keys by card OTA Tool Firmwre Repository File selectable Upgrading process
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MTools BLE RFID Reader at 75% against NFC TagInfo by NXP's 31%. MTools BLE RFID Reader also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 months) and rating (3.8 vs 3.4). NFC TagInfo by NXP's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads 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
Both are free to download. MTools BLE RFID Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NFC TagInfo by NXP asks for nothing beyond the download.
MTools BLE RFID Reader holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of NFC TagInfo by NXP's written reviews are positive against 75% of MTools BLE RFID Reader's.
NFC TagInfo by NXP ships an update every 4 months, MTools BLE RFID Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NFC TagInfo by NXP | MTools BLE RFID Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.4 (27 ratings) | 3.8 (17 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 31.3% of reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 27 — better | 17 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | NXP Semiconductors | MTools Tec Co., Ltd |
Customer experience
NFC TagInfo by NXP
MTools BLE RFID Reader
In-app purchases
NFC TagInfo by NXP
No in-app purchases
MTools BLE RFID Reader
- MTools Premium$8.99
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