Reading & Scanning Tool vs Mate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Reading & Scanning Tool
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NFC Reader - Read, Write & Automate with NFC Tags Discover the full power of NFC technology with NFC Reader. From simple tag scanning to advanced automation, this app turns your device into a complete NFC tool that’s fast, smart, and easy to use. What you can do with NFC Reader: - Read NFC Tags - Instantly scan and view information stored on NFC tags. - Write & Program Tags - Create your own tags with text, URLs, contacts, or custom data. - Automation with NFC - Launch apps, trigger actions, or set routines by scanning a tag. - Protect Your Tags - Add password protection and lock tags to keep them secure. - History & Tag Log - Keep track of all your scans and written tags in one place. Whether you’re experimenting with NFC for the first time or building your own smart environment, NFC Reader gives you the flexibility and control to make it happen. Use it for business, home, or just for fun - the possibilities are unlimited. Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/reading-scanning-tool-nfc/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://sites.google.com/view/reading-scanning-tool-nfc/terms-conditions
Mate
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Mate is the all-in-one toolkit for heating professionals, plumbers, HVAC technicians, and engineers. Designed to simplify everyday work, Mate helps you perform accurate heating system calculations quickly and efficiently—right from your phone. Whether you're on-site or in the office, Mate gives you the tools you need to size, calculate, and plan heating installations with confidence.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Mate at none against Reading & Scanning Tool's 2. Mate also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). 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
Both are free to download. Reading & Scanning Tool sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Mate asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Reading & Scanning Tool | Mate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 10 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lincoln Yelaow | DUART RIZANI |
In-app purchases
Reading & Scanning Tool
- nfcReaderWeekly$7.997 Days
- Reading & Scanning Tool - NFC3 Days trial$8.997 Days
Mate
No in-app purchases
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