# MTools BLE RFID Reader vs NFC

The clearest difference is rating: NFC at 5.0 against MTools BLE RFID Reader's 3.7. NFC also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). MTools BLE RFID Reader's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MTools BLE RFID Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NFC sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

NFC holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MTools BLE RFID Reader has 18 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

MTools BLE RFID Reader ships an update every 4 days, NFC monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MTools BLE RFID Reader | NFC |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtools-ble-rfid-reader/id1531345398/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-nfc-and-nfc/id6698897655/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **18** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 75.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 52 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [MTools Tec Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1531056218) | [二兰 张](https://appshunter.io/developer/1749779437) |

## What reviewers say

### MTools BLE RFID Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtools-ble-rfid-reader/id1531345398)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MTools Premium | $8.99 | one-time |


### NFC

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfc-nfc-and-nfc/id6698897655)

This app simplifies access control using NFC technology. It allows users to open or close doors with their smartphone, eliminating the need for traditional access cards. The app also features robust permission management for administrators.

**Highlights:** NFC door access, Permission management, Add/remove users, Set access levels, Eliminates physical cards, Streamlined entry control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 兰提NFC月会员 | $9.99 | per month |
| 兰提NFC季会员 | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| 兰提NFC年会员 | $39.99 | per year |
| 兰提NFC包月 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 兰提NFC包季 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 兰提NFC包年 | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MTools BLE RFID Reader free?

MTools BLE RFID Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is NFC free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MTools BLE RFID Reader or NFC?

NFC is rated higher. MTools BLE RFID Reader averages 3.7 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while NFC averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do MTools BLE RFID Reader or NFC have ads?

Neither MTools BLE RFID Reader nor NFC shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MTools BLE RFID Reader or NFC?

MTools BLE RFID Reader ships an update every 4 days, and NFC monthly. Most recently, MTools BLE RFID Reader was updated on October 24, 2026 and NFC on October 15, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*