Comparison

RFID Explorer vs Idencia

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

Head to head
About

RFID Explorer

This application allows users to explore the capabilities of a specific Bluetooth UHF RFID reader. It facilitates inventory management, reading and writing data to RFID tags, and locating specific tags with visual and audio cues. A TSL Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader is required to access its full functionality.

Highlights
  • Inventory management of nearby transponders
  • Read and write data to RFID tags
  • Inspect tag memory banks
  • Locate specific tags with signal strength indicators
  • Execute and view ASCII protocol commands
  • Query reader for firmware and hardware versions
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RFID Explorer will help you explore the performance, functionality and versatility of Technology Solutions’ high performance 1128 Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader. Please note that to explore the full capabilities of RFID Explorer requires a TSL Bluetooth UHF RFID Reader.   Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd (TSL) specialises in the design, development and manufacture of Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID) and other multi-technology mobile device peripherals that are used to track products, assets, data or personnel. RFID devices are typically used in transport logistics, stock inventory control, and collection of personal data and attendance.   RFID Explorer uses TSL's sophisticated, parameterised, ASCII protocol which provides developers with a powerful set of commands to carry out complex UHF RFID transponder operations in a simple, easy to grasp way. Using these simple pre-configured ASCII commands, the 1128 UHF RFID reader can be rapidly integrated into applications resulting in un-paralleled levels of productivity. Features:  ▪ Inventory - Rapidly generate a list of unique, nearby transponders (tags) and review a summary of scan operations ▪ Read/Write - Inspect information stored in the memory banks of a chosen tag. Create customised tags by writing new information to a chosen tag memory bank. Use the Transcript to discover the underlying ASCII protocol command parameters that power these operations.  ▪ Commands - See the reader execute a wide selection of ASCII Commands while viewing all the detail of the data packets sent and received from the device. Query the reader for information such as firmware and hardware versions, region information, battery level and scan 1D and 2D barcodes (requires antenna with 2D imager option to be fitted). Use the in-built Command descriptions to understand the power and flexibility of TSL's unique ASCII Protocol. ▪ Find-a-tag - Locate a specific tag with the handheld reader aided by the audible and graphical representations of tag signal strength levels.

About

Idencia

Features
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Idencia is a powerful, yet simple-to-use, Quality Control data collection system for the Manufacturing Industry that works in the Cloud. Using the Idencia Management Portal web application, QC Managers define the data collection processes. Production workers then use the Idencia mobile application running on any iOS device to collect the information following the simple step-by-step process. As the information is entered into Idencia it is instantly saved and available for viewing and reporting by any computer with a web browser. The ease of use storing the information is just the beginning. Idencia's reporting portal gives you many ways to see your QC and production information. See an overall view of your production status or display a detailed report of any item. The information is at your fingertips and the reporting options are endless! Our consulting services will provide you with customized reports geared toward your specific needs. Idencia comes in 2 editions: Standard, and Professional. Idencia Standard Edition is perfect for getting started in automated data collection. It provides a full set of features for collecting and using QC information without paper. Combining Idencia Professional Editions with our patented RFID tags extends the benefits by providing features for Inventory, Yarding, and Shipping management.

Screenshots

RFID Explorer4 screens
Idencia4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Idencia at every 5 weeks against RFID Explorer's every 6 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RFID Explorer ships an update every 6 months, Idencia every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
RFID Explorer versus Idencia: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRFID ExplorerIdencia
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (5 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings5 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 5 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB141 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTechnology Solutions (UK) LtdIdencia, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

RFID Explorer

No in-app purchases

None

Idencia

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RFID Explorer free?
RFID Explorer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Idencia free?
Idencia is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do RFID Explorer or Idencia have ads?
Neither RFID Explorer nor Idencia shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RFID Explorer or Idencia?
RFID Explorer ships an update every 6 months, and Idencia every 5 weeks. Most recently, RFID Explorer was updated on October 23, 2026 and Idencia on October 24, 2026.

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