Dev Utils vs Boltcard NFC Programmer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dev Utils
This app provides mobile developers with essential tools to streamline their workflow. It offers timely notifications for OS and Xcode releases, accessibility features, device information, and a reference for HTTP status codes. Customize your experience with themes and app icons.
- OS and Xcode release notifications
- System font and color comparison
- Device information lookup
- HTTP status code reference
- Light/dark themes
- Customizable app icons
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Dev Utils is the ultimate toolkit for mobile developers. With features designed to streamline your workflow and increase productivity, Dev Utils is the essential companion for building amazing mobile apps. Stay Up-to-Date with the Latest Releases and Betas - Get notified about the latest betas and full releases of Apple's operating systems (iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS) and Xcode. - Easily check release notes for the latest Xcode. See the macOS requirements and view included SDKs for iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. - Stay informed with the latest developer news and important information about App Store Connect, TestFlight, and more. Ensure Your App is Accessible to All Users - Compare system fonts and colors with adjustable sizing and dark mode support. Get Device Information Quickly and Easily - Check which versions of Apple's operating systems (iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, and tvOS) are currently supported on any device. - Quickly view your device's type, storage, connectivity, cameras, and more. Easily share device info with others. Additional Tools - Quickly search and learn about HTTP status codes with a comprehensive reference guide. Customize Your Experience - Enjoy light and dark themes and customize your home screen with alternate app icons. Download Dev Utils now and elevate your mobile development to the next level!
Boltcard NFC Programmer
This tool allows you to program blank NFC cards to function as personal Boltcards, enabling a contactless payment experience for the Lightning network. It requires prior setup of a Boltcard instance on GitHub.
- Program NTAG424DNA NFC cards
- Create personal Boltcards
- Contactless Lightning network payments
- Compatible with Lightning PoS terminals
- Works with Breez wallet PoS App
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Quickly program a blank NFC card (NTAG424DNA) to act as your own personal Boltcard. A contactless / paywave like experience for the Lightning network. Before programming your NFC card you must set up your own https://github.com/boltcard/boltcard The boltcard can be used with Lightning PoS terminals that have NFC support, or Breez wallet PoS App.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ratings volume: Dev Utils at 101 against Boltcard NFC Programmer's 1. Dev Utils also leads on chart position (#136 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). Boltcard NFC Programmer's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Boltcard NFC Programmer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dev Utils has 101 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Dev Utils ships an update every 4 months, Boltcard NFC Programmer every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dev Utils | Boltcard NFC Programmer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (101 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 92.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 101 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #136 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 12.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryan Fielder | Ones and Zeros Technology Limited |
Customer experience
Dev Utils
Boltcard NFC Programmer
Bugs and requests
Dev Utils
Reported bugs
5 issues- Unknown errors
- Find my iPhone error
- Apple ID locked
- Privacy concerns
- Being attacked
Requested features
6 requests- Update release notes/version numbers
- Adapt to iOS 26 and dark icon
- Update data promptly
- Allow development usage
- More access to watch design UI
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- Enable installation on Mac M series
Boltcard NFC Programmer
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Dev Utils
No in-app purchases
Boltcard NFC Programmer
No in-app purchases
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