Comparison

MTools BLE RFID Reader vs NFC

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

Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. View memory content, manufacturer data, and protocol specifications. Export scan results to PDF or CSV for documentation and research.

Highlights
  • Scan ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tags
  • Read accessible memory blocks
  • Display technical specifications and metadata
  • Export scan results to PDF/CSV
  • Supports multiple tag technologies
  • Scan history with search and filtering
  • VoiceOver accessibility support
Features
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Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. A specialized tool for reading NFC tag data within iOS CoreNFC framework limitations. NFC SCANNING CAPABILITIES • Supports ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tag types • Reads available memory blocks and system information • Displays manufacturer and model identification data • Exports scan results to PDF / CSV format for documentation MEMORY READING FEATURES • Reads accessible memory blocks from compatible NFC tags • Displays memory content in hexadecimal and ASCII formats • Shows technical specifications and metadata • Analyzes memory patterns and data structures SUPPORTED TAG TECHNOLOGIES ISO15693 Tags: • ICODE SLI, SLI-S, SLI-L series • ICODE SLX, SLX2 series • ICODE DNA series ISO14443 Tags: • MiFare Classic, Ultralight, DESFire • Various contactless smart cards Additional Support: • ISO7816 contactless cards • FeliCa technology tags • Standard NFC Forum compliant tags TECHNICAL INFORMATION • Manufacturer identification (NXP, STMicroelectronics, Infineon, others) • Security status indicators (AFI, DSFID, EAS where available) • Memory architecture and capacity information • Protocol specifications and operating parameters INTERFACE AND FEATURES • Clean, accessible interface design • Scan history with search and filtering • Multiple language support • PDF / CSV export functionality • VoiceOver accessibility support PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS • IT and network administration • Inventory and asset management • NFC technology research and education • Personal NFC projects and learning IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS • Memory reading capabilities are subject to iOS CoreNFC framework restrictions • Some tag features may be inaccessible due to security policies • Actual functionality depends on tag type and manufacturer settings • Requires iPhone 7 or later with NFC capability This app works within Apple's CoreNFC framework and respects all iOS security limitations. No personal data is collected or transmitted.

Screenshots

MTools BLE RFID Reader4 screens
NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MTools BLE RFID Reader at 3.8 against NFC's 3.3. MTools BLE RFID Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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 and NFC sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MTools BLE RFID Reader holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of MTools BLE RFID Reader's written reviews are positive against 50% of NFC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MTools BLE RFID Reader ships an update every 4 days, NFC every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and August 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MTools BLE RFID Reader versus NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMTools BLE RFID ReaderNFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (17 ratings) — better3.3 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings17 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB5 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperMTools Tec Co., LtdJongMin Lee

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

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MTools BLE RFID Reader

One-time1
  • MTools Premium$8.99
2 purchases

NFC

One-time2
  • 1 Month Premium Access$0.99
  • 1 Year Premium Pass$2.99

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?
MTools BLE RFID Reader is rated higher. MTools BLE RFID Reader averages 3.8 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while NFC averages 3.3 from 4 ratings.
Do MTools BLE RFID Reader or NFC have ads?
NFC shows ads; MTools BLE RFID Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, MTools BLE RFID Reader or NFC?
MTools BLE RFID Reader ships an update every 4 days, and NFC every 5 weeks. Most recently, MTools BLE RFID Reader was updated on September 20, 2026 and NFC on August 25, 2026.

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