# PetScan vs NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Tools & RFID Scanner at 4.4 against PetScan's 1.0. NFC Tools & RFID Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 10 months) and ratings volume (327 vs 2). PetScan's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC Tools & RFID Scanner sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. PetScan asks for nothing beyond the download.

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tools & RFID Scanner has 327 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 11% of PetScan's written reviews are positive against 28% of NFC Tools & RFID Scanner's.

PetScan ships an update every 10 months, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PetScan | NFC Tools & RFID Scanner |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petscan/id1450839727/reviews) | **[4.4 (327 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tools-and-rfid-scanner/id6444315014/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **327** |
| Positive reviews | 11.1% of reviews | **27.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 24 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ATRIA-TRADING](https://appshunter.io/developer/1441232309) | [ADAPPS SOFTWARE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1240972162) |

## What reviewers say

### PetScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petscan/id1450839727)

This utility app connects to compatible RFID readers for iOS devices to scan and manage pet chip information. It allows users to record scan history, modify chip memory with contact details, and assign pet owner information, including pictures. Data can be exported as spreadsheets and visualized on a map.

**Highlights:** Connects to RFID readers, Initiates scans from iOS device, Records scan history, Modifies RFID chip memory, Assigns pet owner details and photos, Exports data to spreadsheets, Visualizes scan locations on a map

**In-app purchases:** none


### NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tools-and-rfid-scanner/id6444315014)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Unlimited Access | $1.99 | per month |
| NFC TOOLS Weekly Unlimited | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Annual Access | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Air NFC Tag Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Air NFC Tag Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Air NFC Tag Annual Trial | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PetScan free?

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

### Is NFC Tools & RFID Scanner free?

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PetScan or NFC Tools & RFID Scanner?

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner is rated higher. PetScan averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while NFC Tools & RFID Scanner averages 4.4 from 327 ratings.

### Do PetScan or NFC Tools & RFID Scanner have ads?

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner shows ads; PetScan does not.

### Which is updated more often, PetScan or NFC Tools & RFID Scanner?

PetScan ships an update every 10 months, and NFC Tools & RFID Scanner every 3 weeks. Most recently, PetScan was updated on October 6, 2026 and NFC Tools & RFID Scanner on October 21, 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.*