NFC Reader And Writer vs MTools BLE RFID Reader
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NFC Reader And Writer
This utility app allows users to read and write NFC tags, with support for cloning. Its straightforward interface makes it accessible for both tech enthusiasts and developers working with NFC technology.
- Read NFC tags
- Write NFC tags
- Clone NFC tags
- Multi-label reading and writing
- Simple and easy-to-understand interface
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NFC reader is a powerful NFC reader. NFC label reading and writing can be realized. Cloning of NFC tags is also supported. Support multi label reading and writing. The interface is simple and easy to understand. Whether you are a technology enthusiast or preparing to develop NFC related products, this tool can help you play NFC better. [Instructions for Continuous Subscription Members] 1. Continuous subscriptions will automatically renew until you close them. 2. You can cancel your subscription or free trial at any time by going to your iTunes account. 3. 24 hours before the expiration of the subscription service, the system will automatically renew and deduct corresponding fees according to the subscription type. 4. To disable the continuous monthly subscription service, please operate in the "Account Settings" at least 24 hours in advance. 5. The trial period is 3 days, and it will automatically renew as a paid subscription after the trial ends. 6. Any unused portion (if any) during the trial period will be automatically invalidated when the user purchases a paid subscription. 7. Privacy and Policy: http://www.kunpenglife.com/yinsixieyi.html " 8. User License Agreement (EULA): http://www.kunpenglife.com/yonghuxieyi.html 9. Technical support: http://www.kunpenglife.com 10. Due to the subscription being made through the Apple App Store, we are unable to view or modify your subscription information. If you have any questions about payment and subscription, please visit https://support.apple.com/zh-cn/HT204084 Initiate a refund request to Apple.
MTools BLE RFID Reader
This application allows users to read and write data to various NFC tags using compatible BLE devices. It offers advanced features for managing and editing tag data, including UID manipulation and firmware upgrades for supported hardware.
- Read and write NFC tags
- Mifare Classic and Ultralight support
- UID changer for magic cards
- Tag dump editor
- ChameleonUltra device management
- Firmware upgrades
- Tag scanner and ID logger
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MTools BLE App is an all-in-one App for PN532 BLE, PCR532, ChameleonUltra, ChameleonUltra Dev Kit, ChameleonLite and Pixl.js devices. It supports reading and writing of Mifare Classic 1K, Mifare Classic 4K, Mifare Ultralight, Mifare Ultralight C, NTAG203, NTAG213, NTAG215, NTAG216, Mifare Desfire, Mifare Plus and other NFC tags with APDU command. Mifare Classic Tools UI friendly Mifare Dump editor full dump reading Tag formatter Partial and full sectors writing UID Changer Gen1A, Gen2, Gen3 & Gen4 Magic card support Mifare Ultralight Mifare DESFire GEN4 GUI Configuration to Mifare Classic Ultralight DESFire Shadow mode settings UID/SAK/ATQA/ATS Password ChameleonUltra Slot Manager Quick Reading & Simulating Slot Dump Button settings Mifare Classic Settings Mfkey32 Firmware Upgrade Pixl.js BLE File Transfer Dump uploader Slot name editor Firmware Upgrade Tag Scanner ID Logger Tag ID Sharing Mifare Dump Importing by bin, mct or json Share dump as bin, mct or json Dump to Keys Mifare Keys Public Keys Private keys by user History keys by card OTA Tool Firmwre Repository File selectable Upgrading process
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: MTools BLE RFID Reader at 3.8 against NFC Reader And Writer's 1.7. MTools BLE RFID Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). NFC Reader And Writer's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. NFC Reader And Writer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months and MTools BLE RFID Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
MTools BLE RFID Reader holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 17 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of NFC Reader And Writer's written reviews are positive against 75% of MTools BLE RFID Reader's.
NFC Reader And Writer ships an update every 3 weeks, MTools BLE RFID Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NFC Reader And Writer | MTools BLE RFID Reader |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 1.7 (16 ratings) | 3.8 (17 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 16 | 17 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 79 MB | 52 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 魁鹏 宋 | MTools Tec Co., Ltd |
Customer experience
NFC Reader And Writer
MTools BLE RFID Reader
In-app purchases
NFC Reader And Writer
- 三个月的会员3 Days trial$1.993 Months
- NFC VIP$2.99
MTools BLE RFID Reader
- MTools Premium$8.99
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