Comparison

AuthLite NFC vs NFC Toolkit

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

Head to head
About

AuthLite NFC

This utility app allows users to easily copy One-time-passcodes (OTPs) or static passwords from compatible YubiKeys to their iOS clipboard. Simply tap your YubiKey to your iPhone's NFC reader, and the generated code is ready to be pasted into any text field.

Highlights
  • Reads YubiKey NFC/NEO OTPs
  • Copies static passwords
  • One-time-passcode generation
  • Auto-copy to clipboard option
  • Simple and straightforward interface
Features
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This app is created for use with the YubiKey NFC and NEO to copy One-time-passcodes (OTPs) or static passwords from a YubiKey into the iOS clipboard. Once the OTP/password is in the clipboard, you can switch to another app and Paste the value into a text box for example. It is designed to be as simple as possible. To use this app you need: * An iPhone that supports NFC technology (i.e. that also supports Apple Pay's "tap to pay") * iOS version 11 or later installed * A YubiKey NFC or NEO token (not v4, nano-size token, U2F key, or any other type) * Your YubiKey must be programmed with a "Yubico OTP", "OATH-HOTP", or "Static password" in Configuration Slot 1 How to use this app: * Launch the app, * Right away, your iPhone should display a dialog that says "Ready to Scan. Hold YubiKey near the top edge of iPhone" * Hold your YubiKey flat against the top edge of your phone for a moment, until the phone beeps. * If the option is selected, the OTP or static password will be displayed on the screen. * You can click "Copy OTP to Clipboard", or if you have set the "Auto Copy" slider then the value will automatically be saved to the Clipboard each time one is read. Notes: * The iOS API does not allow any way to "trigger" the NFC scanning when the app is closed or in the background. It would be really useful if you could tap the key when you were in Safari etc. and have it "Just Work". But the way the app works now is the best way that is allowed by the API. * After reading the YubiKey, the "Scan success" checkmark dialog is shown for about 2 seconds. If you tap the home button or swipe down on the dialog, it should be dismissed right away.

About

NFC Toolkit

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NFC Toolkit is the ultimate app for reading, writing, and managing NFC tags and smart labels on your iPhone. Whether you need to read NDEF data, write contact information, launch URLs, compose SMS messages, or dial phone numbers — NFC Toolkit does it all with a clean, intuitive interface. KEY FEATURES: • Read NFC Tags: Instantly scan and read any NFC tag. View NDEF records including text, URLs, contacts, phone numbers, SMS, email, and more. • Write NFC Tags: Easily write data to blank or rewritable NFC tags. Choose from multiple content types: - Contact (vCard) - URL / Website - Email Address - SMS Message - Phone Number - Text Note - Social Media Links (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Snapchat, Pinterest, Reddit, Tumblr, Vimeo, Discord, GitHub, Spotify) • Tag History: Automatically saves every tag you scan or write. Browse your full history with timestamps and content previews. • Location Tags: Save your current GPS coordinates to an NFC tag and never lose your parking spot or location again. • QR Code Scanner: Built-in QR/barcode scanner for reading codes and writing their content to NFC tags. • Clean Design: Beautiful, modern interface with Lottie animations, dark and light modes, and smooth navigation. • No Account Required: Works entirely offline. No sign-up, no tracking, no data collection. • Free & Private: All data stays on your device. Your privacy is our priority. Download NFC Toolkit today and unlock the full potential of your iPhone's NFC capabilities. Perfect for automation enthusiasts, smart home users, business professionals, and anyone who wants to get more done with NFC technology.

Screenshots

AuthLite NFC1 screens
NFC Toolkit4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NFC Toolkit at every 4 weeks against AuthLite NFC's every 8 months. AuthLite NFC's advantage is iOS requirement (11.1 vs 15.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AuthLite NFC ships an update every 8 months, NFC Toolkit every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
AuthLite NFC versus NFC Toolkit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAuthLite NFCNFC Toolkit
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (18 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings18 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.1 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size59 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAuthLite LLCMuhammad Rizwan Hassan

In-app purchases

None

AuthLite NFC

No in-app purchases

None

NFC Toolkit

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is AuthLite NFC free?
AuthLite NFC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Toolkit free?
NFC Toolkit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do AuthLite NFC or NFC Toolkit have ads?
Neither AuthLite NFC nor NFC Toolkit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, AuthLite NFC or NFC Toolkit?
AuthLite NFC ships an update every 8 months, and NFC Toolkit every 4 weeks. Most recently, AuthLite NFC was updated on October 2, 2026 and NFC Toolkit on October 1, 2026.

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