# NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader vs MTools BLE RFID Reader

The clearest difference is rating: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader at 4.5 against MTools BLE RFID Reader's 3.8. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader also leads on ratings volume (6.7K vs 17). MTools BLE RFID Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 11 days). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader sells 26 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and MTools BLE RFID Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader has 6.7K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's written reviews are positive against 75% of MTools BLE RFID Reader's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, MTools BLE RFID Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader | MTools BLE RFID Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798/reviews)** | [3.8 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtools-ble-rfid-reader/id1531345398/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.7K** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 65.9% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 102 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolo Stanciu](https://appshunter.io/developer/930855677) | [MTools Tec Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531056218) |

## What reviewers say

### NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Monthly Special | $1.99 | per month |
| Business Cards Service Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| Unlimited 3DT Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| NFC.cool Scanner Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| UnlimitedPro3DT Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Platinum Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Ultra3DT Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited3DT Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Mini3DT Yearly | $17.49 | per year |
| Mini7DT Yearly | $17.49 | per year |
| Unlimited Yearly Special | $19.00 | per year |
| Business Cards Service Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlimited 3DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlimited7DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| NFC.cool Scanner Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| UnlimitedPro7DT Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| UnlimitedPro3DT Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Ultra3DT Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Ultra7DT Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Business Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Donut | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rainbow Dark Mode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited QR-Code Widgets | $3.99 | one-time |
| Speech Synthesizer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ad-free | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Excellent app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🔥 Awesome features
- 🎉 Great tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🚫 Doesn't work on older devices
- 🤔 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


### MTools BLE RFID Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtools-ble-rfid-reader/id1531345398)

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.

**Highlights:** 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

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MTools Premium | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader free?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MTools BLE RFID Reader free?

MTools BLE RFID Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or MTools BLE RFID Reader?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader is rated higher. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.7K ratings, while MTools BLE RFID Reader averages 3.8 from 17 ratings.

### Do NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or MTools BLE RFID Reader have ads?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader shows ads; MTools BLE RFID Reader does not.

### Which is updated more often, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or MTools BLE RFID Reader?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 11 days, and MTools BLE RFID Reader every 4 days. Most recently, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader was updated on September 24, 2026 and MTools BLE RFID Reader on September 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*