# E5AKR vs Smart NFC Tools

The clearest difference is rating: Smart NFC Tools at 4.6 against E5AKR's 1.0. Smart NFC Tools also leads on ratings volume (479 vs 1) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). E5AKR's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Smart NFC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. E5AKR asks for nothing beyond the download.

Smart NFC Tools holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Smart NFC Tools has 479 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

E5AKR ships an update every 2 weeks, Smart NFC Tools weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | E5AKR | Smart NFC Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/e5akr/id1330550303/reviews) | **[4.6 (479 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **479** |
| Positive reviews | — | 30.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 19 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ANXELL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1233364654) | [Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.](https://appshunter.io/developer/867175889) |

## What reviewers say

### E5AKR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/e5akr/id1330550303)

This utility app offers two methods for unlocking doors: manual activation via an "OPEN" icon or automatic unlocking by enabling "Auto." It also allows for user management, access to event logs, data backup and restore, and support for card/key fob and keypad access.

**Highlights:** Manual door unlock, Automatic door unlock, User list management, Audit trail viewing, Data backup and restore, Card/key fob access, Keypad access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Smart NFC Tools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smart-nfc-tools-read-and-write/id1527587931)

Easily read, inspect, and modify NFC tags with this intuitive tool. Write to tags in various formats to trigger actions like opening websites or making calls. Prioritizes user privacy by operating entirely offline.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tag content, Inspect and modify NFC tags, Erase, lock, and copy tags, Write NFC tags in various formats, Trigger phone calls or open websites, 100% offline operation

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NFC Tools Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 💰 Reasonable price
- 🚀 Works great
- 👍 Very practical
- 👍 Excellent app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Does not work
- 👎 Waste of money
- 👎 Free version limited
- 👎 Scam and money taken
- 👎 Paid and no function

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work to save contact card
- App glitches
- Doesn't work to read card and fob
- Paid for unlock, but restore doesn't work after iOS update
- Paid for ability to lock tags, but feature does not work

**Requested features**

- Add social media to chips
- Ability to add multiple items to card after paying


## Frequently asked questions

### Is E5AKR free?

E5AKR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Smart NFC Tools free?

Smart NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, E5AKR or Smart NFC Tools?

Smart NFC Tools is rated higher. E5AKR averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Smart NFC Tools averages 4.6 from 479 ratings.

### Do E5AKR or Smart NFC Tools have ads?

Neither E5AKR nor Smart NFC Tools shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, E5AKR or Smart NFC Tools?

E5AKR ships an update every 2 weeks, and Smart NFC Tools weekly. Most recently, E5AKR was updated on October 12, 2026 and Smart NFC Tools on October 24, 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.*