# TF RFID Reader vs NFC Tools

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TF RFID Reader at none against NFC Tools's 9. TF RFID Reader also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.0). NFC Tools's advantage is review sentiment (27% vs 0%). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | TF RFID Reader | NFC Tools |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.5 (453 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tools-reader-and-scanner/id6738284544/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **453** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **27.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 59 MB | 143 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.3** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [TOPPAN Edge Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1054252417) | [Hunter Nelson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1846172878) |

## What reviewers say

### TF RFID Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tf-rfid-reader/id1512728082)

Connect to an RFID reader and scan RFID tags. This app is designed for iPhone and iPod touch devices running iOS 11 or 12. It is not compatible with tablets.

**Highlights:** Connect to RFID readers, Scan RFID tags, iOS 11/12 compatibility, iPhone and iPod touch support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### NFC Tools

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-tools-reader-and-scanner/id6738284544)

Easily read and write data to NFC tags. Lock tags permanently, set passwords for protection, and remove them. Save tag data for later use and merge information into arrays.

**Highlights:** Read NFC tags, Write text and data to tags, Lock tags for permanent writing, Set and remove tag passwords, Save tag data for future use, Merge data into arrays

**In-app purchases (7)**

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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TF RFID Reader free?

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

### Is NFC Tools free?

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

### Do TF RFID Reader or NFC Tools have ads?

Neither TF RFID Reader nor NFC Tools shows ads.

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