Comparison

Umiibo vs iNFCi

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

Head to head
About

Umiibo

Organize your NFC-compatible figurines and manage their data. Import and restore NFC tag information for your collection. Manage your digital collection of figurines with ease.

Highlights
  • Organize NFC figurine collection
  • Import NFC tag data (.zip, .rar, .bin)
  • Restore NFC data to tags
  • Personal collection database
  • Manage figurine data
Features
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Umiibo: * Highlight and organize NFC-compatible figurines you already own in your personal collection database. * Easily import NFC tag data you already have, supporting .zip, .rar, and .bin formats. * Restore previously saved NFC data to compatible NTAG215 tags and supported accessories. Disclaimer: Umiibo is an independent NFC collection management tool. This app is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Nintendo or any other trademark holder. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Subscription Name: Premium Subscription Subscription Period: 1 month or 1 year (auto-renewable) Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. The subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your device settings: Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. Terms of Use: https://image.umiibo.app/termsofservice Privacy Policy: https://image.umiibo.app/privacypolicy

About

iNFCi

This app is a professional toolkit for NFC tag enthusiasts and hardware developers. It allows users to read and write NFC tags, manage data, upgrade peripheral firmware, and debug low-level commands with a clean interface and comprehensive features.

Highlights
  • NFC tag reading and writing
  • Rich NDEF record management
  • Batch writing and data import
  • Tag memory editing and formatting
  • Advanced NFC commands
  • Peripheral firmware updates via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and NFC
  • HEX terminal for command debugging
Features
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Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ iNFCi is a professional toolkit for NFC tag enthusiasts and hardware developers. Read and write tags, manage data, upgrade peripheral firmware, and debug low-level commands on your phone—with a clean interface and comprehensive features. 【NFC Read & Write】 • Scan tag info in one tap (UID, ATQA, SAK, NDEF records, and more) • Rich NDEF records: text, URL, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, contacts, phone, SMS, email, map locations, and more • Write queue: combine multiple records; batch continuous writes with optional validation • Import from tags or QR codes to reuse existing data quickly • Save favorite tags; view read/write stats and history anytime 【Pro Tools】 • Read and edit tag memory blocks • Write dump files to blank cards (e.g. CUID cards) • Format tags, set/remove password, permanent lock • Advanced NFC commands: custom HEX input and shortcuts • Copy tags 【Transfer】 • Transfer to multiple devices in one tap: - Pixl.js、AmiTool、Flipper - AmiLink、AmiLoop、SuperCard、Chameleon 【Firmware Update】 • Bluetooth DFU: upgrade peripheral firmware over Bluetooth • Network OTA: download and upgrade over Wi-Fi • NFC OTA (iOS): tap your iPhone to the tag to upgrade • Wired OTA (macOS): upgrade firmware via wired serial connection • Widget and Live Activity progress on Dynamic Island and Lock Screen 【Console】 • Professional HEX terminal: send/receive commands, save session logs • Built-in shortcuts for Bluetooth devices • Built for advanced users and developers 【More】 • Home Screen widgets: NFC status, firmware progress, quick access to modules • App passcode lock to protect sensitive data • Dark and light themes • 40+ languages supported • iPhone and Mac 【Upgrade to VIP】 Unlock the console, remove ads and daily usage limits, and get continuously updated data plus more upcoming features. Monthly, annual, and lifetime subscriptions available. Restore purchases anytime in the app. Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription in your Apple ID account settings after purchase. 【Notes】 • NFC read/write requires an iPhone with Core NFC support (subject to system capabilities) • Use NFC read/write and copy features only with proper authorization • Firmware updates and device transfer require compatible external hardware Contact: weigantechnology@outlook.com

Screenshots

Umiibo3 screens
iNFCi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Umiibo at Free against iNFCi's $29.99. Umiibo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (110 vs 1). iNFCi's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.4). On update cadence, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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

Umiibo is free to download; iNFCi costs $29.99 up front. Umiibo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and iNFCi sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

iNFCi holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Umiibo has 110 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Umiibo ships an update fortnightly, iNFCi weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Umiibo versus iNFCi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUmiiboiNFCi
PriceFree — better$29.99
Rating4.4 (110 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews43.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings110 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size56 MB169 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer紫晴 王Weigan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Umiibo

All ratings110 ratings
Positive83.6%
Neutral3.6%
Negative12.7%
Written reviews30 reviews
Positive43.3%
Neutral6.7%
Negative50.0%

iNFCi

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Umiibo

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Annual$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$5.99
3 purchases

iNFCi

Subscriptions2
  • Upgrade to Monthly VIP$1.491 Month
  • Upgrade to Yearly VIP$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Upgrade to Lifetime VIP$14.99

Questions

Is Umiibo free?
Umiibo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is iNFCi free?
iNFCi costs $29.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Umiibo or iNFCi?
iNFCi is rated higher. Umiibo averages 4.4 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while iNFCi averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Umiibo or iNFCi have ads?
iNFCi shows ads; Umiibo does not.
Which is updated more often, Umiibo or iNFCi?
Umiibo ships an update fortnightly, and iNFCi weekly. Most recently, Umiibo was updated on November 3, 2026 and iNFCi on November 5, 2026.

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