Comparison

Smartcard Reader vs Usb Transfer

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

Head to head
About

Smartcard Reader

Features
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The new App named iReader App which supports all Feitian mobile readers on iOS, here is a list: iR301, bR301, bR301BLE, bR500 https://www.ftsafe.com/Products/reader iReader App support to communication with this reader with your card, contactless and contact card. also, it takes private functions for readers, like get the serial number, reader ID, Bluetooth ID, reader name, model name, manufacturer and so on. The iReader App is a reference App, which shows you how to use our API through reader do communication with your card and get your data from the card. based on this reference App, you can be based on our code to write your own App, for example, you can integrate card reader with your solution, to do payment, authentication, identification, and private network access. Technical reminder: iR301 and bR301 reader using the same SDK under iOS, since they are both accordances with iAP1 and iAP2 protocol which made by Apple, both using the External Accessory Framework. So you will need to add below protocol string into your App. External Accessory Protocol: - com.ftsafe.iR301 - com.ftsafe.bR301 bR301BLE and bR500 using Bluetooth Smart technology, apply Bluetooth 4.0 interface as a communication channel to connect with Phones. You can find the source code from Github, link below: https://github.com/FeitianSmartcardReader/FEITIAN_MOBILE_READERS Other comments: 1. The iReader App only support one reader 2. Auto Pair only work for bR301BLE and bR500, since these device using Bluetooth Smart technology 3. To export the App log, please using iTunes export the log, the log will help us to check your issues with your reader and cards.

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Usb Transfer

Features
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USB Transfer-Phone File – Your on-the-go transfer assistant Direct web transmission supports multi-person collaboration, mobile phone turns into a USB flash drive in seconds to achieve free transmission across devices, encrypted transmission, local transmission, privacy and security, batch sharing and intelligent file management, comprehensively improving efficiency and convenience. --Highlights-- 1. Direct web transmission, minimalist operation: no need to install software or log in to the account, you can use it by opening the browser, and the operation is simple and fast. 2. Mobile phone turns into a USB flash drive in seconds: transfer files through your mobile phone anytime, anywhere, break device restrictions, and make file sharing more free. 3. Browser web transfer: Upload and download files directly through the web page, say goodbye to cumbersome software installation. 4. Online preview: Support online preview of files, you can view the content without downloading, saving time and traffic. 5. One-time sharing of multiple files: Support batch upload and share of multiple files to improve transfer efficiency. 6. File classification management: Intelligently classify files, easy to find and manage, and keep documents organized. 7. Security guarantee: support encrypted transmission and LAN operation, higher privacy. The webpage is temporarily authorized to log in, no need to log in to any account, and there is no need to worry about account theft or privacy leakage in unfamiliar environments. Terms of Use: https://cms.fuguizhukj.cn/article/detail/usbiosgnzdxfxy.html Privacy Policy: https://cms.fuguizhukj.cn/article/detail/cyupgggnyszc.html USB Transfer-Phone File, redefines the way files are transferred, providing you with a more convenient and efficient file sharing experience!

Screenshots

Smartcard Reader4 screens
Usb Transfer4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Smartcard Reader at none against Usb Transfer's 3. Smartcard Reader also leads on iOS requirement (11.0 vs 13.0). Usb Transfer's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Usb Transfer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Smartcard Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Smartcard Reader ships an update every 2 months, Usb Transfer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Smartcard Reader versus Usb Transfer: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartcard ReaderUsb Transfer
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 β€” better13.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size3 MB89 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperFEITIAN Technologies Co.,Ltd.Changsha Fugui Bamboo Network Technology Co., Ltd.

In-app purchases

None

Smartcard Reader

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Usb Transfer

Subscriptions3
  • ζœˆδΌšε‘˜$2.991 Month
  • ε­£δΌšε‘˜$3.993 Months
  • εΉ΄δΌšε‘˜$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Smartcard Reader free?
Smartcard Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Usb Transfer free?
Usb Transfer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Smartcard Reader or Usb Transfer have ads?
Neither Smartcard Reader nor Usb Transfer shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Smartcard Reader or Usb Transfer?
Smartcard Reader ships an update every 2 months, and Usb Transfer every 3 weeks. Most recently, Smartcard Reader was updated on October 11, 2026 and Usb Transfer on October 18, 2026.

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