Comparison

Chip Detector vs Evolution NFC Reader

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

Head to head
About

Chip Detector

Features
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Chip Detector is an organizer and manager for NFC tag data. The app allows you to scan NFC tags and view the NDEF data stored on them. You can save scanned records to local storage for later use and manage your collection of NFC tag data. The app also lets you write NDEF data to compatible NFC tags directly from your device. Features: * Scan NFC tags and read NDEF records * View and analyze tag data * Save scanned data locally * Write NDEF data to NFC tags * Manage your saved NFC records More features are coming soon.

About

Evolution NFC Reader

Features
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Evolution NFC Reader is a powerful NFC tag reader, writer, and diagnostic tool. Scan any NFC tag to instantly view its contents, or sign up for a free account to unlock tag editing and writing capabilities. SCAN & READ • Read any NFC tag instantly — just tap your device • View tag details: UID, technology, memory size, manufacturer • Display NDEF records: URLs, text, and custom data • Raw memory dump for ISO 15693 tags (hex + ASCII) • Supports NfcA, NfcB, NfcV, NfcF, NDEF, and more WRITE & EDIT (free account required) • Write NDEF records to compatible tags • Edit existing tag data • Format and erase NFC tags • Copy tag contents between tags Perfect for developers, hobbyists, and anyone working with NFC technology.

Screenshots

Chip Detector4 screens
Evolution NFC Reader2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Evolution NFC Reader at none against Chip Detector's 1. Evolution NFC Reader also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). Chip Detector's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price and ads 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. Chip Detector sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Evolution NFC Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chip Detector ships an update every 5 days, Evolution NFC Reader every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
Chip Detector versus Evolution NFC Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChip DetectorEvolution NFC Reader
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB21 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPetr MakarovEnovate Consulting, Inc

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Chip Detector

One-time1
  • Pro Version$1.99
None

Evolution NFC Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Chip Detector free?
Chip Detector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Evolution NFC Reader free?
Evolution NFC Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Chip Detector or Evolution NFC Reader have ads?
Neither Chip Detector nor Evolution NFC Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Chip Detector or Evolution NFC Reader?
Chip Detector ships an update every 5 days, and Evolution NFC Reader every 3 weeks. Most recently, Chip Detector was updated on September 23, 2026 and Evolution NFC Reader on October 2, 2026.

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