Comparison

NFC Tools vs NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

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

Head to head
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.

About

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

This app allows you to read, write, and manage NFC and RFID tags with advanced features. It supports various tag types, offers deep tag data analysis, and enables writing standardized data like contact info, Wi-Fi, and URLs. It also includes QR code scanning and a Bluetooth-based finder for lost devices.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC Forum tag types
  • Decode RFID/HID tags
  • Analyze tag data (manufacturer, memory, permissions)
  • Write standardized data (vCard, Wi-Fi, URLs)
  • Amiibo/TagMiibo cloning
  • QR and barcode generation/scanning
  • Bluetooth device finder
Features
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NFC Tools & RFID Scanner - writer & reader & tag Operate at 13.56 MHz with NFC Tools & RFID Scanner for seamless data exchange. This professional writer & reader & tag solution reads and writes all NFC Forum tag types (NTAG, Ultralight, DESFire, ICODE, ST25, FeliCa) and decodes RFID/HID tags—perfect for high-precision decode operations across multiple formats. Precision NFC Tag Management NFC Tools & RFID Scanner reveals deep tag data: manufacturer details, tag type (NTAG213, MIFARE Ultralight C, etc.), memory capacity, NDEF compatibility, serial numbers, protocol specs, and read/write permissions analysis. With NFC Tools & RFID Scanner, your reader & writer & tag toolkit unlocks professional-grade insights. Advanced Writing Capabilities As the ultimate writer & reader & tag app, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner writes standardized data compatible with every NFC device: contact sharing (vCard), Wi-Fi/Bluetooth configurations, geolocation coordinates, custom URLs and text, plus Amiibo/TagMiibo cloning and full MFC operations. Whether you’re a developer or hobbyist, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner has you covered. Expert NFC/RFID Features Inside NFC Tools & RFID Scanner you’ll find hex editing of full memory, NDEF formatting, tag locking, password protection, capacity alerts, and webhook integration for server data transfer. This reader & writer & tag powerhouse is built for pros. Broad Compatibility & Finder Function NFC Tools & RFID Scanner supports over 50 tag types (NTAG 213–216, 424 DNA, DESFire EV1–EV3, ICODE SLIX/SLIX2, FeliCa, ST25 series) on iPhone 7 and newer. Plus, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner solves “how to find airpods” scenarios with its Bluetooth-based finder—distance-alert technology helps you track down lost AirPods or any compatible device. QR & Document Suite Beyond NFC, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner generates and scans more than 20 QR and barcode formats (Aztec, PDF417, and others). From custom QR creation to instant scanning, this is the one-stop reader & writer & tag app. Why choose NFC Tools & RFID Scanner? Deep Amiibo/TagMiibo decode capabilities (“tagmiibo” support built in) MFC, RFID and HID tag compatibility for every format AirPod finder feature solves “find my airtag” and “find air” use cases Military-grade encryption and enterprise webhook integration Download NFC Tools & RFID Scanner today and unlock the full power of NFC and RFID. Terms: https://adappssoftware.com/terms-conditions Privacy: https://adappssoftware.com/privacy

Screenshots

NFC Tools4 screens
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: NFC Tools at none against NFC Tools & RFID Scanner's shown. NFC Tools also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 25%) and ratings volume (14K vs 323). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases 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 and NFC Tools & RFID Scanner sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tools has 14K ratings behind it against 323, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of NFC Tools's written reviews are positive against 25% of NFC Tools & RFID Scanner's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Tools ships an update every 3 weeks, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
NFC Tools versus NFC Tools & RFID Scanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC ToolsNFC Tools & RFID Scanner
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (14K ratings) — better4.4 (323 ratings)
Positive reviews50.3% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14K — better323
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#113 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperwakdevADAPPS SOFTWARE

Customer experience

NFC Tools

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

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

All ratings323 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral4.0%
Negative12.7%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Bugs and 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

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

NFC Tools

One-time1
  • NFC Tools - Pro Edition$3.99
8 purchases

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

Subscriptions8
  • Monthly Unlimited Access$1.991 Month
  • NFC TOOLS Weekly Unlimited3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Annual Access$9.991 Year
  • Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Air NFC Tag Annual$19.991 Year
  • Air NFC Tag Annual$29.991 Year
  • Air NFC Tag Annual Trial3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is NFC Tools free?
NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NFC Tools & RFID Scanner free?
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NFC Tools or NFC Tools & RFID Scanner?
NFC Tools is rated higher. NFC Tools averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while NFC Tools & RFID Scanner averages 4.4 from 323 ratings.
Do NFC Tools or NFC Tools & RFID Scanner have ads?
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner shows ads; NFC Tools does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC Tools or NFC Tools & RFID Scanner?
NFC Tools ships an update every 3 weeks, and NFC Tools & RFID Scanner every 2 weeks. Most recently, NFC Tools was updated on September 24, 2026 and NFC Tools & RFID Scanner on September 22, 2026.

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