Comparison

MTools BLE RFID Reader vs NFC Tool

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

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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

About

NFC Tool

Harness the power of NFC technology to read and write tags, automate tasks, and control smart home devices. This app transforms your iPhone into a versatile NFC tool for managing personal information, sharing data, and launching applications with a simple tap.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC tags
  • Create personalized tasks
  • Automate operations with scripts
  • Control smart home devices
  • Share and transfer data
  • Manage NFC tag functionalities
Features
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Discover and harness the power of NFC technology with NFC Tool and experience the convenience and creativity it brings! NFC Tool is a powerful iOS application that turns your iPhone into a versatile tool by utilizing Near Field Communication (NFC) technology. With NFC Tool, you can effortlessly read and write NFC tags to quickly perform specific tasks and actions. Whether it's managing your personal information, controlling smart home devices, accessing website links, executing automation scripts, or interacting with other compatible devices, NFC Tool has got you covered. Key Features: 1. NFC Tag Management: Create, edit, and delete NFC tags and define custom actions and functionalities for each tag. 2. Personalized Tasks: Assign different tasks and actions to different NFC tags for quick launching of your favorite applications, adjusting device settings, sending messages, and more. 3. Automation Scripts: Use the built-in automation script feature to trigger a series of predefined operations and tasks by simply tapping NFC tags. 4. Smart Home Control: Configure NFC tags to control smart home devices such as lights, temperature, security systems, and more, enhancing the convenience and comfort of your smart lifestyle. 5. Data Sharing and Transfer: Share and transfer data with other NFC-enabled devices, swiftly exchange contact information, photos, music, and files. NFC Tool offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface, fully leveraging the potential of your iOS device, allowing you to fully enjoy the convenience and creativity that NFC technology brings. Download NFC Tool now and embark on a new NFC experience, transforming your iPhone into a smart, multifunctional tool! Please note: NFC Tool requires NFC-enabled devices to be used. Certain features may require specific NFC tags or support from external devices.

Screenshots

MTools BLE RFID Reader4 screens
NFC Tool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Tool at 5.0 against MTools BLE RFID Reader's 3.8. NFC Tool also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). MTools BLE RFID Reader's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (75% vs 43%). On price, 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. MTools BLE RFID Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. NFC Tool asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Tool holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17 and 4 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of MTools BLE RFID Reader's written reviews are positive against 43% of NFC Tool's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MTools BLE RFID Reader versus NFC Tool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMTools BLE RFID ReaderNFC Tool
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (17 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better42.9% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMTools Tec Co., LtdHONG KONG MILLION TECHNOLOGY LIMITED

Customer experience

MTools BLE RFID Reader

All ratings17 ratings
Positive70.6%
Neutral5.9%
Negative23.5%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral7.5%
Negative17.5%

NFC Tool

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative57.1%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MTools BLE RFID Reader

One-time1
  • MTools Premium$8.99
None

NFC Tool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MTools BLE RFID Reader free?
MTools BLE RFID Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NFC Tool free?
NFC Tool is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MTools BLE RFID Reader or NFC Tool?
NFC Tool is rated higher. MTools BLE RFID Reader averages 3.8 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while NFC Tool averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.
Do MTools BLE RFID Reader or NFC Tool have ads?
NFC Tool shows ads; MTools BLE RFID Reader does not.

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