Smart NFC Tools vs Nodex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Smart NFC Tools
Easily read, inspect, and modify NFC tags with this intuitive tool. Write to tags in various formats to trigger actions like opening websites or making calls. Prioritizes user privacy by operating entirely offline.
- Read NFC tag content
- Inspect and modify NFC tags
- Erase, lock, and copy tags
- Write NFC tags in various formats
- Trigger phone calls or open websites
- 100% offline operation
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Smart NFC Tools is the most accessible and easy to use NFC Reader and Writer for mobile devices! With a simple user interface and powerful tools you can interact with NDEF-Formatted NFC cards without any external hardware! - Read, Inspect and modify: Read a tag by touching the back of your device against it and Smart NFC Tools will show you a full report on the tag's content and give you options such as erase, lock and copy. It's super easy! - Write in many formats: Smart NFC Tools enables you to write NFC tags in popular formats that allow for custom interactions such as opening a website or triggering a phone call just by touching the tag with a compatible device! - Note about privacy: Smart NFC Tools works 100% offline, without any personal or content data being sent to an external server or third party server. Your privacy is our priority! Embrace the world of NFC technologies using your phone or tablet! Smart NFC Tools is now available for all iOS devices!
Nodex
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Nodex is an SSH-first server monitoring app for Linux hosts. No agent required. Connect directly over SSH and get the operational data you need in seconds. - Monitor system health in real time. Track CPU, memory, disk, swap, uptime, and network activity across your servers. - Manage services quickly. View service states and run common systemd actions like start, stop, restart, enable, and disable. - Review alerts and logs. Spot failed services and recent journal events to troubleshoot issues faster. - Work across multiple servers. Save multiple hosts, switch quickly, and keep your favorite systems one tap away. - Keep credentials protected. Authentication secrets are stored in iOS Keychain, and host key trust checks help prevent MITM surprises. Full Access Try every app feature free for seven days. The trial ends automatically and never charges you. Core diagnostics remain free afterward; container controls, service controls, and CSV history export require Full Access. Unlock Full Access with a one-time purchase at US $9.99. Your App Store shows the localized price. Restore Purchases recovers eligible previous purchases with the same Apple purchase account. Existing yearly purchases retain access through their verified expiry. Nodex is built for developers, operators, and self-hosters who want practical server visibility from mobile without unnecessary complexity. EULA: https://nodexapp.eu/terms/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Smart NFC Tools at weekly against Nodex's every 3 weeks. Smart NFC Tools also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Smart NFC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Nodex sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Smart NFC Tools ships an update weekly, Nodex every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.
| Parameter | Smart NFC Tools | Nodex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (479 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 30.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 479 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 14 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Arthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA. | Gyorgy Bolyki |
Bugs and requests
Smart NFC Tools
Reported bugs
6 issues- Doesn't work to save contact card
- App glitches
- Doesn't work to read card and fob
- Paid for unlock, but restore doesn't work after iOS update
- Paid for ability to lock tags, but feature does not work
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- App not working after 15 minutes, even after purchase
Requested features
2 requests- Add social media to chips
- Ability to add multiple items to card after paying
Nodex
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Smart NFC Tools
- NFC Tools Premium$1.99
Nodex
- Nodex Yearly subscription$9.991 Year
- Nodex Yearly subscription$9.99
