# TRUFob vs NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader at 66% against TRUFob's 0%. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and update cadence (every 11 days vs every 6 months). TRUFob's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 26) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader sells 26 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. TRUFob asks for nothing beyond the download.

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader has 6.8K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of TRUFob's written reviews are positive against 66% of NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader's.

TRUFob ships an update every 6 months, NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and October 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TRUFob | NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trufob/id655731349/reviews) | **[4.5 (6.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **6.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **66.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 12 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mario Ghersi](https://appshunter.io/developer/311248421) | [Nicolo Stanciu](https://appshunter.io/developer/930855677) |

## What reviewers say

### TRUFob

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trufob/id655731349)

This utility app helps you locate lost Bluetooth 4 Smart devices and valuable items. It also functions as a remote camera shutter and displays device signal strength and battery level. You can set unlimited 'Friendly Places' to help keep track of your belongings.

**Highlights:** Locate Bluetooth 4 Smart devices, Prevent items from being lost, Remote camera control, Display device name, signal strength, and battery level, Unlimited 'Friendly Places', Supports up to 10 tags

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nfccool-tools-tag-reader/id1249686798)

This app allows you to read and write NFC tags, scan and create QR codes, digitize documents, and capture 3D models. It offers advanced NFC tools like encryption and batch operations, alongside a versatile QR code scanner and document scanner with OCR.

**Highlights:** Read and write NFC tags, Scan and create QR codes, Digitize documents with OCR, Capture 3D models and room scans, Advanced NFC tools (encryption, batch operations), Customizable QR codes with logos, Automation and integration with iOS Shortcuts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Monthly Special | $1.99 | per month |
| Business Cards Service Monthly | $2.49 | per month |
| Unlimited 3DT Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| NFC.cool Scanner Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| UnlimitedPro3DT Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Platinum Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Ultra3DT Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Unlimited3DT Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Mini3DT Yearly | $17.49 | per year |
| Mini7DT Yearly | $17.49 | per year |
| Unlimited Yearly Special | $19.00 | per year |
| Business Cards Service Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlimited 3DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlimited7DT Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| NFC.cool Scanner Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| UnlimitedPro7DT Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| UnlimitedPro3DT Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Ultra3DT Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Ultra7DT Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Business Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| Donut | $0.99 | one-time |
| Rainbow Dark Mode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited QR-Code Widgets | $3.99 | one-time |
| Speech Synthesizer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ad-free | $6.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Excellent app
- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 User-friendly
- 🔥 Awesome features
- 🎉 Great tool

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes frequently
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 📢 Too many ads
- 🚫 Doesn't work on older devices
- 🤔 Confusing interface

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to read certain NFC tags
- App freezes during NFC operations
- Compatibility issues with iOS 13 and newer
- Inconsistent behavior when writing tags

**Requested features**

- Add ability to clear/erase NFC tags
- Integrate with Shortcuts app
- Offline mode for writing NFC tags
- Add support for RFID tags
- Improve instructions and documentation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TRUFob free?

TRUFob is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader free?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TRUFob or NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader is rated higher. TRUFob averages 1.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader averages 4.5 from 6.8K ratings.

### Do TRUFob or NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader have ads?

NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader shows ads; TRUFob does not.

### Which is updated more often, TRUFob or NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader?

TRUFob ships an update every 6 months, and NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader every 11 days. Most recently, TRUFob was updated on September 28, 2026 and NFC.cool Tools Tag Reader on October 2, 2026.

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