Comparison

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader vs Biometric Passport Reader

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

Head to head
About

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

This app allows you to read and write NFC tags, scan and create QR codes, digitize documents, and capture 3D models. It offers advanced NFC tools like encryption and batch operations, alongside a versatile QR code scanner and document scanner with OCR.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC tags
  • Scan and create QR codes
  • Digitize documents with OCR
  • Capture 3D models and room scans
  • Advanced NFC tools (encryption, batch operations)
  • Customizable QR codes with logos
  • Automation and integration with iOS Shortcuts
Features
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Read and write NFC tags, scan and create QR codes, digitize documents, and capture 3D models - all in one app trusted by over 9 million users. NFC READING & WRITING Read any NFC tag to see web links, Wi-Fi, contacts, locations, payment links, and more. Write your own tags with 25+ message types (text, contacts, Wi-Fi, locations, calendar events, iOS Shortcuts, FaceTime, SMS, email, social media, payments, and Google Review links) that open apps, trigger shortcuts, or connect to services like WhatsApp, Instagram, and Spotify. NFC Tools: • Format, lock, password protect, analyze, and copy tags • NTAG 424 DNA: read secure tags, verify SUN tamper-proof messages, configure keys and SDM • NFC Tap Counter: teach NFC tags how to count • Batch Operations: write multiple tags sequentially, import from CSV/Excel • Custom Commands: send raw hex commands for advanced tag manipulation NFC Apps: • Passport & ID: read your passport or ID chip to view the stored personal data and photo • Sonicare Reset: read your Philips Sonicare brush head usage stats and reset its timer • Amiibo: scan to reveal the character with official artwork, build your collection, and back it up • OpenPrintTag: store 3D printing filament info on spools for automatic material detection • NFC Safe: store encrypted secrets on tags with 256-bit AES encryption QR CODE & BARCODE SCANNER • Scan any QR code or barcode with batch mode, plus a share extension to detect codes in your photos. • Create custom QR codes for all the same message types as NFC. • Design them with your own colors, logos, and Genmoji, and add them to home screen widgets. Supported formats: QR, Aztec, Code128, PDF417, DataMatrix, EAN, and 15+ other barcode types. DOCUMENT SCANNER • Capture documents with automatic edge detection and on-device OCR. • Import images from your photo library or files. • Save as searchable PDFs with full-text search. • Export to iCloud or share directly. 3D OBJECT & ROOM SCANNER • Scan objects into 3D models using photogrammetry. • Scan rooms with LiDAR to generate floor plans, detecting doors, windows, and furniture. • Measure dimensions and calculate floor area. • Export for 3D printing and CAD applications. Requires: iPhone with LiDAR sensor (iPhone 12 Pro and newer) AUTOMATION & INTEGRATION • Webhooks: send scan data to your server for inventory or custom integrations • iOS Shortcuts: launch scans via Siri, access scan history, write tags through automation • Widgets: quick-launch scanning from home screen, lock screen, or Control Center • Auto-Actions: open links, run shortcuts, play audio, or trigger text-to-speech when scanning tags CUSTOMIZATION Choose from multiple themes and icons, text-to-speech voices in 40+ languages, and Game Center achievements. Note: NFC functionality requires iPhone 7 or newer. iPhones read NFC but not all RFID frequencies. NFC.cool is in no way affiliated with Nintendo or Philips. Amiibo is a registered trademark by Nintendo and Sonicare is a registered trademark by Philips. These functions in NFC.cool are for educational purposes only. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Biometric Passport Reader

Scan and verify the embedded chip in passports and ID cards using your device's camera and NFC. This app provides offline functionality for secure identity verification, remote onboarding, and compliance with KYC/AML regulations.

Highlights
  • Reads biometric chips
  • Scans machine-readable zone
  • Offline functionality
  • Identity verification
  • Remote onboarding
  • KYC/AML compliance
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This app can read and verify the embedded chip in passports and ID cards. To read a passport or ID: 1) Use the camera to scan the machine readable zone on the data page of your passport or the back of your ID 2) Hold the passport or ID against your device to read the biometric chip 3) The chip information is displayed in the app The app does not require network connection and can be used offline. What is the app used for? For businesses this app is useful for remote onboarding of users and customers, identity verification, and to meet KYC and AML requirements. For compliance and security, nothing beats reading the biometric chip.

Screenshots

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader4 screens
Biometric Passport Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Biometric Passport Reader at none against NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's 26. Biometric Passport Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown). NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's advantage is ratings volume (6.8K vs 220) and review sentiment (66% vs 50%). On price, rating, 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.cool Tools Tag Reader sells 26 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Biometric Passport Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader against 4.5 for Biometric Passport Reader. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader has 6.8K ratings behind it against 220, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 66% of NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's written reviews are positive against 50% of Biometric Passport Reader's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, Biometric Passport Reader weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader versus Biometric Passport Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC.cool Tools Tag ReaderBiometric Passport Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (6.8K ratings)4.5 (220 ratings)
Positive reviews66.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings6.8K — better220
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size117 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicolo StanciuIris Development AB

Customer experience

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

All ratings6,754 ratings
Positive86.6%
Neutral3.2%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews1,209 reviews
Positive66.0%
Neutral4.7%
Negative29.3%

Biometric Passport Reader

All ratings220 ratings
Positive88.2%
Neutral2.7%
Negative9.1%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral9.1%
Negative40.9%

Bugs and requests

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to read certain NFC tags
  • App freezes during NFC operations
  • Compatibility issues with iOS 13 and newer
  • Inconsistent behavior when writing tags

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to clear/erase NFC tags
  • Integrate with Shortcuts app
  • Offline mode for writing NFC tags
  • Add support for RFID tags
  • Improve instructions and documentation

Biometric Passport Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

26 purchases

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

Subscriptions20
  • Unlimited Monthly Special$1.991 Month
  • Business Cards Service Monthly3 Days trial$2.491 Month
  • Unlimited 3DT Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
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  • NFC.cool Scanner Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • UnlimitedPro3DT Monthly3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Platinum Weekly3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Ultra3DT Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Unlimited3DT Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Mini3DT Yearly3 Days trial$17.491 Year
  • Mini7DT Yearly7 Days trial$17.491 Year
  • Unlimited Yearly Special$19.001 Year
  • Business Cards Service Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited 3DT Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Unlimited7DT Yearly7 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • NFC.cool Scanner Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • UnlimitedPro7DT Yearly7 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • UnlimitedPro3DT Yearly3 Days trial$34.991 Year
  • Ultra3DT Yearly3 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Ultra7DT Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Business Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time6
  • Donut$0.99
  • Rainbow Dark Mode$0.99
  • Unlimited QR-Code Widgets$3.99
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  • Speech Synthesizer$3.99
  • Ad-free$6.99
  • Unlimited Lifetime$49.99
None

Biometric Passport Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader free?
NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Biometric Passport Reader free?
Biometric Passport Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or Biometric Passport Reader?
NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader and Biometric Passport Reader are both rated 4.5 out of 5 on the App Store, from 6.8K and 220 ratings respectively.
Do NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or Biometric Passport Reader have ads?
NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader shows ads; Biometric Passport Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or Biometric Passport Reader?
NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, and Biometric Passport Reader weekly. Most recently, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader was updated on September 25, 2026 and Biometric Passport Reader on September 25, 2026.

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