Comparison

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner vs ToolTrace

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

Head to head
About

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

This app allows you to read, write, and manage NFC and RFID tags with advanced features. It supports various tag types, offers deep tag data analysis, and enables writing standardized data like contact info, Wi-Fi, and URLs. It also includes QR code scanning and a Bluetooth-based finder for lost devices.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC Forum tag types
  • Decode RFID/HID tags
  • Analyze tag data (manufacturer, memory, permissions)
  • Write standardized data (vCard, Wi-Fi, URLs)
  • Amiibo/TagMiibo cloning
  • QR and barcode generation/scanning
  • Bluetooth device finder
Features
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NFC Tools & RFID Scanner - writer & reader & tag Operate at 13.56 MHz with NFC Tools & RFID Scanner for seamless data exchange. This professional writer & reader & tag solution reads and writes all NFC Forum tag types (NTAG, Ultralight, DESFire, ICODE, ST25, FeliCa) and decodes RFID/HID tags—perfect for high-precision decode operations across multiple formats. Precision NFC Tag Management NFC Tools & RFID Scanner reveals deep tag data: manufacturer details, tag type (NTAG213, MIFARE Ultralight C, etc.), memory capacity, NDEF compatibility, serial numbers, protocol specs, and read/write permissions analysis. With NFC Tools & RFID Scanner, your reader & writer & tag toolkit unlocks professional-grade insights. Advanced Writing Capabilities As the ultimate writer & reader & tag app, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner writes standardized data compatible with every NFC device: contact sharing (vCard), Wi-Fi/Bluetooth configurations, geolocation coordinates, custom URLs and text, plus Amiibo/TagMiibo cloning and full MFC operations. Whether you’re a developer or hobbyist, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner has you covered. Expert NFC/RFID Features Inside NFC Tools & RFID Scanner you’ll find hex editing of full memory, NDEF formatting, tag locking, password protection, capacity alerts, and webhook integration for server data transfer. This reader & writer & tag powerhouse is built for pros. Broad Compatibility & Finder Function NFC Tools & RFID Scanner supports over 50 tag types (NTAG 213–216, 424 DNA, DESFire EV1–EV3, ICODE SLIX/SLIX2, FeliCa, ST25 series) on iPhone 7 and newer. Plus, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner solves “how to find airpods” scenarios with its Bluetooth-based finder—distance-alert technology helps you track down lost AirPods or any compatible device. QR & Document Suite Beyond NFC, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner generates and scans more than 20 QR and barcode formats (Aztec, PDF417, and others). From custom QR creation to instant scanning, this is the one-stop reader & writer & tag app. Why choose NFC Tools & RFID Scanner? Deep Amiibo/TagMiibo decode capabilities (“tagmiibo” support built in) MFC, RFID and HID tag compatibility for every format AirPod finder feature solves “find my airtag” and “find air” use cases Military-grade encryption and enterprise webhook integration Download NFC Tools & RFID Scanner today and unlock the full power of NFC and RFID. Terms: https://adappssoftware.com/terms-conditions Privacy: https://adappssoftware.com/privacy

About

ToolTrace

This app helps businesses manage shared tools, tracking who has taken what. Users can log tool usage, see who has it, and contact them easily. It also allows for adding images and intended storage locations.

Highlights
  • Track shared tool usage
  • Log tool check-outs
  • View who has which tool
  • Contact tool users
  • Add tool images
  • Specify tool storage location
Features
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ToolTrace hjælper din virksomehed med at håndtere delt værktøj, hvem har nu taget hvad? Hold styr på det i appen, bare log når du tager noget og alle kan gå ind og se du har den, med en nem måde at kontakte dig på. Du kan også se et billede og hvor det er meningen den skal stå.

Screenshots

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner4 screens
ToolTrace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: NFC Tools & RFID Scanner at 4.4 against ToolTrace's 1.0. NFC Tools & RFID Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months) and review sentiment (28% vs 0%). ToolTrace's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. NFC Tools & RFID Scanner sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. ToolTrace asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC Tools & RFID Scanner has 327 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of NFC Tools & RFID Scanner's written reviews are positive against 0% of ToolTrace's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, ToolTrace every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner versus ToolTrace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC Tools & RFID ScannerToolTrace
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (327 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews27.8% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings327 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperADAPPS SOFTWAREMercantec

Customer experience

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

All ratings327 ratings
Positive83.5%
Neutral4.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive27.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative72.2%

ToolTrace

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

8 purchases

NFC Tools & RFID Scanner

Subscriptions8
  • Monthly Unlimited Access$1.991 Month
  • NFC TOOLS Weekly Unlimited3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Annual Access$9.991 Year
  • Premium3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Air NFC Tag Annual$19.991 Year
  • Air NFC Tag Annual$29.991 Year
  • Air NFC Tag Annual Trial3 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

ToolTrace

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC Tools & RFID Scanner free?
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ToolTrace free?
ToolTrace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner or ToolTrace?
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner is rated higher. NFC Tools & RFID Scanner averages 4.4 out of 5 from 327 ratings, while ToolTrace averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do NFC Tools & RFID Scanner or ToolTrace have ads?
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner shows ads; ToolTrace does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner or ToolTrace?
NFC Tools & RFID Scanner ships an update every 3 weeks, and ToolTrace every 7 months. Most recently, NFC Tools & RFID Scanner was updated on October 12, 2026 and ToolTrace on October 13, 2026.

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