# Simple RFID vs NFC Tools

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simple RFID at none against NFC Tools's 9. Simple RFID also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.6) and device support (3 vs 1). NFC Tools's advantage is ratings volume (43 vs 8). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC Tools sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Simple RFID asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple RFID holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tools has 43 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Simple RFID ships an update every 5 weeks, NFC Tools every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Simple RFID | NFC Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-rfid/id1510766668/reviews)** | [3.6 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tools-tag-writer-reader/id6751319278/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 8 | **43** |
| Positive reviews | — | 10.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 189 MB | 67 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andrus Logistics, LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/812737887) | [Data Factor SIA](https://appshunter.io/developer/1834607447) |

## What reviewers say

### Simple RFID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-rfid/id1510766668)

Streamline inventory management with this mobile application. It allows you to program RFID tags, search for specific items using the RFID reader, and customize various settings. Enhance your inventory counting process with advanced RFID capabilities.

**Highlights:** Program RFID tags, Lookup product library, Search & Locate items, Adjust RFID settings, Inventory counting

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### NFC Tools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tools-tag-writer-reader/id6751319278)

Easily read, write, and manage NFC tags. Scan tags, erase data, and write various formats like URLs, text, and contacts. Offers advanced features like locking and password protection for secure control.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tags, Write various data formats, Erase tag data, Lock tags irreversibly, Set tag passwords, Manage NFC workflows

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly-Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple RFID free?

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

### Is NFC Tools free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Simple RFID or NFC Tools?

Simple RFID is rated higher. Simple RFID averages 4.0 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while NFC Tools averages 3.6 from 43 ratings.

### Do Simple RFID or NFC Tools have ads?

Neither Simple RFID nor NFC Tools shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Simple RFID or NFC Tools?

Simple RFID ships an update every 5 weeks, and NFC Tools every 3 weeks. Most recently, Simple RFID was updated on October 27, 2026 and NFC Tools on October 30, 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.*