mFara vs ApduTool
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
mFara
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The Book of Intentions, Parish family file, individual register and groups. Anniversaries (birthdays, mariages and others). Quick and advanced searching. Contributions, charity. Database directly in device - no Internet connection needed. You can create max 3 family cards in free lite version. Purchase licence to have no limits.
ApduTool
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Test and optimize your smart card operations with APDU Tool, an app exclusively designed for ACS smart card readers. Send APDU commands easily, interpret responses, and ensure seamless performance. Ideal for sectors utilizing smart card technology. Note: For use with ACS smart card readers only. Basic knowledge of APDU commands recommended. Download now to enhance your smart card experience.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ApduTool at none against mFara's 3. ApduTool also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 3 months). On price, ads, 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. mFara sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. ApduTool asks for nothing beyond the download.
mFara ships an update every 3 months, ApduTool fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | mFara | ApduTool |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Wlodzimierz Kessler | Advanced Card Systems Ltd. |
In-app purchases
mFara
- Księga intencji$9.99
- Synchronizator (synchronizer)$18.99
- Animarum$20.99
ApduTool
No in-app purchases
