# NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader vs Boho Tip

The clearest difference is rating: Boho Tip at 5.0 against NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's 4.5. Boho Tip also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 66%). NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's advantage is ratings volume (6.8K vs 3). 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 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Boho Tip sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Boho Tip holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader has 6.8K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's written reviews are positive against 100% of Boho Tip's.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 10 days, Boho Tip daily. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader | Boho Tip |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boho-tip/id6811665543/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **6.8K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 66.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 106 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicolo Stanciu](https://appshunter.io/developer/930855677) | [Anthony Mineer](https://appshunter.io/developer/6811596089) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited 3DT Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| NFC.cool Scanner Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Ultra3DT Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Mini3DT Yearly | $17.49 | per year |
| Unlimited 3DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlimited7DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| NFC.cool Scanner Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| UnlimitedPro3DT Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Ultra3DT Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Ad-free | $6.99 | 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


### Boho Tip

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/boho-tip/id6811665543)

Calculate tips and split bills with ease using this beautifully designed utility. It offers receipt scanning for quick total entry and supports local currency formats for global use. An optional one-time purchase unlocks advanced features like receipt export and history.

**Highlights:** Customizable tip percentages, Bill splitting, Receipt scanning, Local currency support, On-device processing, Receipt export, Receipt history

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Boho Tip Pro | $2.99 | 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 Boho Tip free?

Boho Tip is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or Boho Tip?

Boho Tip is rated higher. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.8K ratings, while Boho Tip averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or Boho Tip have ads?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader shows ads; Boho Tip does not.

### Which is updated more often, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader or Boho Tip?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader ships an update every 10 days, and Boho Tip daily. Most recently, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader was updated on November 6, 2026 and Boho Tip on October 31, 2026.

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