Comparison

Chameleon Ultra GUI vs NFC

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

Head to head
About

Chameleon Ultra GUI

Manage your Chameleon Ultra/Lite device with this application. It allows for firmware upgrades, slot management, and reading/writing cards. Explore additional functionalities for enhanced device control.

Highlights
  • Firmware upgrade via DFU
  • Slot management
  • Read and write cards
  • Device control
Features
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Control your Chameleon Ultra/Lite device from iOS Core features: - Upgrade Chameleon firmware via DFU - Manage slots - Read and write cards (Chameleon Ultra only) - Many more!

About

NFC

Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. View memory content, manufacturer data, and protocol specifications. Export scan results to PDF or CSV for documentation and research.

Highlights
  • Scan ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tags
  • Read accessible memory blocks
  • Display technical specifications and metadata
  • Export scan results to PDF/CSV
  • Supports multiple tag technologies
  • Scan history with search and filtering
  • VoiceOver accessibility support
Features
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Scan and analyze NFC tags with detailed technical information. A specialized tool for reading NFC tag data within iOS CoreNFC framework limitations. NFC SCANNING CAPABILITIES • Supports ISO15693, ISO14443, ISO7816, and FeliCa tag types • Reads available memory blocks and system information • Displays manufacturer and model identification data • Exports scan results to PDF / CSV format for documentation MEMORY READING FEATURES • Reads accessible memory blocks from compatible NFC tags • Displays memory content in hexadecimal and ASCII formats • Shows technical specifications and metadata • Analyzes memory patterns and data structures SUPPORTED TAG TECHNOLOGIES ISO15693 Tags: • ICODE SLI, SLI-S, SLI-L series • ICODE SLX, SLX2 series • ICODE DNA series ISO14443 Tags: • MiFare Classic, Ultralight, DESFire • Various contactless smart cards Additional Support: • ISO7816 contactless cards • FeliCa technology tags • Standard NFC Forum compliant tags TECHNICAL INFORMATION • Manufacturer identification (NXP, STMicroelectronics, Infineon, others) • Security status indicators (AFI, DSFID, EAS where available) • Memory architecture and capacity information • Protocol specifications and operating parameters INTERFACE AND FEATURES • Clean, accessible interface design • Scan history with search and filtering • Multiple language support • PDF / CSV export functionality • VoiceOver accessibility support PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS • IT and network administration • Inventory and asset management • NFC technology research and education • Personal NFC projects and learning IMPORTANT LIMITATIONS • Memory reading capabilities are subject to iOS CoreNFC framework restrictions • Some tag features may be inaccessible due to security policies • Actual functionality depends on tag type and manufacturer settings • Requires iPhone 7 or later with NFC capability This app works within Apple's CoreNFC framework and respects all iOS security limitations. No personal data is collected or transmitted.

Screenshots

Chameleon Ultra GUI4 screens
NFC4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Chameleon Ultra GUI at 4.8 against NFC's 3.3. Chameleon Ultra GUI also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. NFC sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Chameleon Ultra GUI asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Chameleon Ultra GUI holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Chameleon Ultra GUI has 24 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Chameleon Ultra GUI's written reviews are positive against 67% of NFC's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Chameleon Ultra GUI ships an update every 2 days, NFC every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
Chameleon Ultra GUI versus NFC: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChameleon Ultra GUINFC
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (24 ratings) — better3.3 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings24 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAnton SavelevJongMin Lee

Customer experience

Chameleon Ultra GUI

All ratings23 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral8.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral14.3%
Negative0.0%

NFC

All ratings4 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Chameleon Ultra GUI

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

NFC

One-time2
  • 1 Month Premium Access$0.99
  • 1 Year Premium Pass$2.99

Questions

Is Chameleon Ultra GUI free?
Chameleon Ultra GUI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC free?
NFC is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Chameleon Ultra GUI or NFC?
Chameleon Ultra GUI is rated higher. Chameleon Ultra GUI averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while NFC averages 3.3 from 4 ratings.
Do Chameleon Ultra GUI or NFC have ads?
NFC shows ads; Chameleon Ultra GUI does not.
Which is updated more often, Chameleon Ultra GUI or NFC?
Chameleon Ultra GUI ships an update every 2 days, and NFC every 5 weeks. Most recently, Chameleon Ultra GUI was updated on October 27, 2026 and NFC on October 25, 2026.

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