MTools BLE RFID Reader vs NFC Tools & RFID Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner
This app allows you to read, write, and manage NFC and RFID tags with advanced features. It supports various tag types, offers deep tag data analysis, and enables writing standardized data like contact info, Wi-Fi, and URLs. It also includes QR code scanning and a Bluetooth-based finder for lost devices.
- Read and write NFC Forum tag types
- Decode RFID/HID tags
- Analyze tag data (manufacturer, memory, permissions)
- Write standardized data (vCard, Wi-Fi, URLs)
- Amiibo/TagMiibo cloning
- QR and barcode generation/scanning
- Bluetooth device finder
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NFC Tools & RFID Scanner - writer & reader & tag Operate at 13.56 MHz with NFC Tools & RFID Scanner for seamless data exchange. This professional writer & reader & tag solution reads and writes all NFC Forum tag types (NTAG, Ultralight, DESFire, ICODE, ST25, FeliCa) and decodes RFID/HID tags—perfect for high-precision decode operations across multiple formats. Precision NFC Tag Management NFC Tools & RFID Scanner reveals deep tag data: manufacturer details, tag type (NTAG213, MIFARE Ultralight C, etc.), memory capacity, NDEF compatibility, serial numbers, protocol specs, and read/write permissions analysis. With NFC Tools & RFID Scanner, your reader & writer & tag toolkit unlocks professional-grade insights. Advanced Writing Capabilities As the ultimate writer & reader & tag app, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner writes standardized data compatible with every NFC device: contact sharing (vCard), Wi-Fi/Bluetooth configurations, geolocation coordinates, custom URLs and text, plus Amiibo/TagMiibo cloning and full MFC operations. Whether you’re a developer or hobbyist, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner has you covered. Expert NFC/RFID Features Inside NFC Tools & RFID Scanner you’ll find hex editing of full memory, NDEF formatting, tag locking, password protection, capacity alerts, and webhook integration for server data transfer. This reader & writer & tag powerhouse is built for pros. Broad Compatibility & Finder Function NFC Tools & RFID Scanner supports over 50 tag types (NTAG 213–216, 424 DNA, DESFire EV1–EV3, ICODE SLIX/SLIX2, FeliCa, ST25 series) on iPhone 7 and newer. Plus, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner solves “how to find airpods” scenarios with its Bluetooth-based finder—distance-alert technology helps you track down lost AirPods or any compatible device. QR & Document Suite Beyond NFC, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner generates and scans more than 20 QR and barcode formats (Aztec, PDF417, and others). From custom QR creation to instant scanning, this is the one-stop reader & writer & tag app. Why choose NFC Tools & RFID Scanner? Deep Amiibo/TagMiibo decode capabilities (“tagmiibo” support built in) MFC, RFID and HID tag compatibility for every format AirPod finder feature solves “find my airtag” and “find air” use cases Military-grade encryption and enterprise webhook integration Download NFC Tools & RFID Scanner today and unlock the full power of NFC and RFID. Terms: https://adappssoftware.com/terms-conditions Privacy: https://adappssoftware.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: MTools BLE RFID Reader at 75% against NFC Tools & RFID Scanner's 28%. MTools BLE RFID Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). NFC Tools & RFID Scanner's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (327 vs 17). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. MTools BLE RFID Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NFC Tools & RFID Scanner sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tools & RFID Scanner has 327 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of MTools BLE RFID Reader's written reviews are positive against 28% of NFC Tools & RFID Scanner's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
MTools BLE RFID Reader ships an update every 4 days, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | MTools BLE RFID Reader | NFC Tools & RFID Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (17 ratings) | 4.4 (327 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews — better | 27.8% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 17 | 327 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 52 MB | 57 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MTools Tec Co., Ltd | ADAPPS SOFTWARE |
Customer experience
MTools BLE RFID Reader
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner
In-app purchases
MTools BLE RFID Reader
- MTools Premium$8.99
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner
- Monthly Unlimited Access$1.991 Month
- NFC TOOLS Weekly Unlimited3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
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- Unlimited Annual Access$9.991 Year
- Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
- Air NFC Tag Annual$19.991 Year
- Air NFC Tag Annual$29.991 Year
- Air NFC Tag Annual Trial3 Days trial$29.991 Year
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