Comparison

Smart NFC Tools vs Swivel Secure Authenticator

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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!

About

Swivel Secure Authenticator

Features
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Swivel Secure Authenticator provides a secure, flexible, and reliable multi-factor authentication (MFA) experience. By combining the capabilities of our previous applications into a single, unified solution, this app delivers seamless identity verification for corporate environments. Working in perfect harmony with AuthControl Sentry®, the app ensures that your organisation remains protected against unauthorised access while maintaining a smooth user experience. Key Features Device Biometrics: Secure the application against unauthorised physical access using your device's built-in biometric security (Face/Touch ID or Fingerprint). Dual Authentication Methods: Fully supports standard OATH-based time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) as well as Swivel Secure’s proprietary offline security codes. Unified Workspace: Consolidates your authentication needs into a single app, replacing legacy AMS and AMA versions. Seamless Provisioning: Quick and secure setup via QR code scanning directly from your AuthControl Sentry platform. Offline Availability: Access your proprietary offline codes and OATH tokens even without an internet or cellular connection. Push Notifications: Approve or deny authentication requests instantly with secure push notifications. About Swivel Secure Swivel Secure is a pioneering leader in identity and access management. Our AuthControl Sentry® platform delivers intelligent, flexible MFA solutions designed to protect enterprise data across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.

Screenshots

Smart NFC Tools4 screens
Swivel Secure Authenticator4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Swivel Secure Authenticator at none against Smart NFC Tools's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Smart NFC Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Swivel Secure Authenticator asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Smart NFC Tools versus Swivel Secure Authenticator: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmart NFC ToolsSwivel Secure Authenticator
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (476 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews30.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings476 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArthur Eduardo Skaetta Alvarez Desenvolvimento de Software LTDA.Swivel Secure Ltd

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

Swivel Secure Authenticator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Smart NFC Tools

One-time1
  • NFC Tools Premium$1.99
None

Swivel Secure Authenticator

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Smart NFC Tools free?
Smart NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Swivel Secure Authenticator free?
Swivel Secure Authenticator is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Smart NFC Tools or Swivel Secure Authenticator have ads?
Neither Smart NFC Tools nor Swivel Secure Authenticator shows ads.

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