NFC Checker & Tools vs JOS Approval
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
NFC Checker & Tools
This app allows you to read and write NFC tags, providing detailed information about your device's status. It also includes tools like a digital compass and metal detector, with support for multiple languages.
- Read and write various NFC tag types (Text, URL, VCARD, Wi-Fi)
- Create NFC tags with pre-defined templates
- Copy and erase NFC tags
- View device status and information
- Access device settings (Wi-Fi, Brightness, Flashlight)
- Digital compass with True North and level display
- Metal detector and gold finder
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NFC Checker & Tools tells you in seconds whether your iPhone can read NFC tags, then lets you read, write and automate NFC tags from the same app. CHECK YOUR NFC • One tap checks whether your iPhone supports NFC tag reading • If your model cannot read tags, a clear screen explains what that means READ NFC TAGS • Tag contents appear as soon as your iPhone touches the tag • Tag overview: type, UID, technologies, size, free memory and lock status • Decodes text, URL, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, contact, email, SMS, phone, address, app and location records ADVANCED TAG INSIGHTS • A plain-language smart summary, memory use and a security analysis of the tag WRITE YOUR OWN TAGS • Templates for text, URL, Wi-Fi, contact, email, SMS, phone, location and more • Queue several records on one tag and see the estimated size before you write • Copy a tag, copy it to many tags, or erase it SMART HOME WITH SHORTCUTS • Write an iOS Shortcut record: when your iPhone reads the tag, it opens the shortcut or HomeKit scene you choose • A step-by-step guide to NFC automations in Apple's Shortcuts app SCAN HISTORY • Every read is saved with its time, size and record types. Reopen, share or delete any entry MORE • Device info and Advanced Device Insights • Tools: compass, battery, metal detector, flashlight and screen light • Available in 17 languages SUPPORTED TAGS ON IPHONE • Reads NDEF data on NFC Forum Type 1-5 tags (NTAG, MIFARE Ultralight, MIFARE DESFire, ICODE, FeliCa) • iPhone cannot read MIFARE Classic, tags that are not NDEF-formatted, or bank, transit and ID cards The app shows ads. The optional Pro upgrade removes ads and unlocks unlimited insights, write templates and QR code import. Questions or a problem? Write to support@yalintech.com. Privacy Policy: https://yalintech.com/legal/nfc/privacy Terms of Service: https://yalintech.com/legal/nfc/terms
JOS Approval
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Approval users can approval the JOS orders obtained from the client and change their status.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JOS Approval at none against NFC Checker & Tools's 5. JOS Approval also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). 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
Both are free to download. NFC Checker & Tools sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. JOS Approval asks for nothing beyond the download.
NFC Checker & Tools ships an update every 2 months, JOS Approval fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | NFC Checker & Tools | JOS Approval |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (39 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 39 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 38 MB | 15 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Yalintech | King Lim Gerald Me |
In-app purchases
NFC Checker & Tools
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$7.991 Year
- Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- One time purchase$10.99
- One time purchase$24.99
JOS Approval
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is NFC Checker & Tools free?
Is JOS Approval free?
Do NFC Checker & Tools or JOS Approval have ads?
Which is updated more often, NFC Checker & Tools or JOS Approval?
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