Comparison

Avia vs PocketNFC

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

Head to head
About

Avia

This app provides a secure and seamless way to manage your smart door lock. It integrates with Apple HomeKit, offering advanced encryption and multiple access methods for peace of mind. Enjoy intelligent alerts and an activity tracker for comprehensive home security.

Highlights
  • Apple HomeKit integration
  • Advanced 256-bit encryption
  • Child safety mode
  • Activity tracker with audit report
  • Intelligent lock status alerts
  • No drilling or wiring required
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▪ Apple HomeKit secure solution for multipoint lever operated doors ▪ Boasts more proven internationally recognised security and IoT accreditations than any other smart lock available ▪ Unique child safety mode ▪ Installed in minutes. No drilling. No wiring. No extra apps charges or subscriptions ▪ Works with Apple iPhone, Apple smartwatch, Key Fob, Siri, key pad and manual key ▪ Bluetooth 5 strong connection stability and maximum range ▪ Advanced encryption 256 bit encryption for data transfer ▪ Manual key override ▪ Activity tracker with full audit report ▪ Protected against ‘man in the middle’ attacks ▪ Intelligent lock status alerts ▪ Brilliant iOS app ▪ Smart lock of the year 2020 – IoT Breakthrough Awards* ▪ BSI Internet of things Verified – Residential accredited ▪ ETSI TS103 645 accredited ▪ Sold secure / Master Locksmiths Association | smart lock and cylinder accreditation The Avia App works seamlessly with Apple HomeKit, connecting to all of your smart accessories and joining them all up. You simply create your very own ecosystem environment. That’s not just seamless… it’s smooth too. Security is the single most important issue when choosing a smart lock. Feeling safe is a must for any homeowner. The Avia secure smart lock is not just secure…its’ savvy too. Your secure smart lock is always connected to your other apple devices via Bluetooth® and can be accessed via HomeHub and Wi-Fi. So anyplace you are, anytime you like, and anywhere you like, you can always control access to your home. And if for any reason there is an electrical or internet outage, you can still access your house using the Bluetooth® functionality on your iPhone, the key fob, keypad and of course the existing manual key. We would love to hear from you if you have any questions about the Avia suite of products. Please contact us at: sales@aviasmart.com or visit the website www.aviasmart.com

About

PocketNFC

Features
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PocketNFC is a complete NFC and RFID toolkit for iPhone - read, write, clone, and analyse tags using your phone's built-in NFC, or connect a Chameleon Ultra or ACR1555U reader for advanced work. EVERYDAY NFC • Read and write NDEF tags: URLs, WiFi credentials, contacts, phone numbers, text, and more • Digital business card - tap to share your contact details instantly • Quick Tags library - ready-made mini-apps for common tasks like WiFi sharing, launching apps, and automation • Batch/mass write the same data to multiple tags in one pass • Save custom NDEF templates for tags you write often CHAMELEON ULTRA SUPPORT • Clone and emulate HF (13.56MHz) and LF (125kHz) tags • Built-in MIFARE Classic key recovery using dictionary and nested attacks - recover weak or default keys on cards you own, for security research and authorised testing • Full slot management and low-frequency capture ACR122U & ACR1555U READER SUPPORT • Full tag detail: UID, technology, memory dump, and MIFARE Classic sector data • Battery and connection status built in FOR POWER USERS • PDF report export for scanned tags • Card compare - spot differences between two scans • Auto-label rules to organise your tag history automatically Everything works fully offline. No account required, no ads, no data collection.

Screenshots

Avia4 screens
PocketNFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Avia at none against PocketNFC's 1. Avia also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price and ads 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. PocketNFC sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Avia asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 5 level
Avia versus PocketNFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAviaPocketNFC
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews77.8% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size38 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMightonToby Wright

In-app purchases

None

Avia

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PocketNFC

One-time1
  • Premium Unlock$14.99

Questions

Is Avia free?
Avia is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PocketNFC free?
PocketNFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Avia or PocketNFC have ads?
Neither Avia nor PocketNFC shows ads.

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