Comparison

SpoolFlux vs NFCore

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

Head to head
About

SpoolFlux

Manage NFC tags for 3D printer filament spools with support for various formats like OpenSpool and TigerTag. Features automatic color detection, temperature presets, and a comprehensive filament library. Integrates with the OpenFilament Database.

Highlights
  • Read/write multiple NFC tag formats
  • Automatic color detection via TD1 device
  • Customizable temperature presets
  • Extensive filament and material library
  • Support for multicolor filaments
  • Import from OpenFilament Database
  • Save, load, and export filament data
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iOS app for reading and writing NFC tags on 3D printer filament spools. Supports OpenSpool, OpenPrintTag, ACE Pro, and TigerTag. Features: - Multiple NFC formats: read and write OpenSpool (ISO 14443), OpenPrintTag (ISO 15693/SLIX2), ACE Pro, TigerTag, and OpenTag3D - TD1 filament scanner: automatic color detection via USB-MIDI (connect the TD1 device using a Lightning/USB-C adapter) - Extruder temperature range (150–420 °C, 5 °C steps) with Min/Max slider - Heated bed temperature range (0–160 °C, optional) - Temperature presets per material - 24 predefined colors, add your own - Multicolor filaments: create multiple colors per filament (e.g., for multicolor spools) - 42 materials (PLA, PETG, ABS, TPU, PEEK, and more), add your own - 21 material variants (Matte, Silk, Rainbow, Glow, Carbon, and more), add your own - 42 predefined filament brands, add your own brands - Optional filament properties: weight (250 g–10 kg), diameter (1.75 / 2.85 mm), Spoolman-compatible spool ID - Filament library: save, load, search filaments, and export/import as a .sftemplate file - OpenFilament Database (OFDB): import filament data from the community database - JSON preview with syntax highlighting

About

NFCore

This app allows you to read, write, and manage NFC tags on your iPhone. It supports various record types, tag cloning, and offers advanced tools for developers. All your scanned tags are organized in a library for easy access and management.

Highlights
  • Read and write various NFC tag record types
  • Copy and clone NFC tags
  • Organize tags in a searchable library
  • Advanced tools for developers (Command Console, Memory Dump)
  • Batch write and tag locking
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
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NFCore is an NFC tag toolkit for iPhone. Read, write and copy your own NFC tags, organize every scan in one library, and lock a tag when it's finished. SCAN & READ Hold your iPhone near a tag to see what's on it: NDEF records, tag type, UID, memory size and technology details. Every scan is saved to your library automatically. WRITE Write nine record types: text, links, Wi-Fi networks, phone numbers, email, SMS, contact cards (vCard), locations and custom external records. Start from a built-in template or save your own for repeat use. COPY YOUR OWN TAGS Back up a tag you own and write its data to a blank tag in two taps (the Clone Tag tool in the app). Handy for a spare of your Wi-Fi tag, smart home tag or business card. TOOLS • Tag Inspector: detailed technical information for a tag • Memory Dump: view and edit raw memory pages in hex and ASCII • Command Console: send raw commands for MIFARE Ultralight / NTAG, ISO 7816, ISO 15693 and FeliCa tags, for developers working with NFC hardware • Batch Write: write the same data to many tags, with progress tracking • Tag Lock: make a tag permanently read-only so nobody can overwrite it (this can't be undone) • Erase: clear a tag so you can reuse it • Emergency Info: write medical details and emergency contacts to a tag for first responders TAG LIBRARY Search by name, type or UID, mark favorites and group tags into folders. Export your tags as JSON or CSV to back up your library or share a setup with your team. WRITE VERIFICATION NFCore reads each tag back after writing to confirm the data is correct. You can turn this off in Settings. TAG COMPATIBILITY GUIDE A built-in reference that shows which tag types support which features, such as memory size and locking, so you can pick the right tag for the job. SIRI SHORTCUTS Say "Scan an NFC tag with NFCore" to start a scan, or ask Siri to show your saved tags. GREAT FOR • Smart home tags and Shortcuts automations • Wi-Fi sharing tags for guests • Tap-to-share business cards • Small businesses writing many tags at once • Emergency info tags for keychains and wallets • Developers and makers learning how NFC works PRIVACY FIRST All tag data stays on your iPhone. No account, no cloud sync, no analytics, no tracking. COMPATIBILITY Reads the NFC tag types iPhone supports, including NTAG, MIFARE Ultralight, DESFire, ISO 15693 and FeliCa. The write, copy, memory and lock tools work with NTAG and MIFARE Ultralight tags. MIFARE Classic is not supported. Requires iPhone 7 or later with iOS 17.6 or later. Available in 35 languages. GOOD TO KNOW Only copy tags that you own. Payment cards, transit cards and other secured cards are protected by iOS and can't be copied or changed. FREE AND PRO Free: scan and read tags, save up to 5 tags, write text and links, 3 templates, the compatibility guide and Siri Shortcuts. NFCore Pro, a one-time purchase, adds unlimited tag saves, every write type, Tag Inspector, Memory Dump, Command Console, Clone Tag, Batch Write, Tag Lock, Emergency Info, export, folders and unlimited templates. No subscription. Questions or feedback? Visit nfcore.app/support or email support@nfcore.app.

Screenshots

SpoolFlux4 screens
NFCore4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SpoolFlux at none against NFCore's 1. SpoolFlux also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume 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. NFCore sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. SpoolFlux asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SpoolFlux against 5.0 for NFCore. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SpoolFlux ships an update weekly, NFCore every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SpoolFlux versus NFCore: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpoolFluxNFCore
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (8 ratings)5.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings8 — better4
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS18.617.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperReimar MetzenEcho Persona LLC

Customer experience

SpoolFlux

All ratings8 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

NFCore

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

SpoolFlux

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NFCore

One-time1
  • NFCore Pro$6.99

Questions

Is SpoolFlux free?
SpoolFlux is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFCore free?
NFCore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SpoolFlux or NFCore?
SpoolFlux and NFCore are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 8 and 4 ratings respectively.
Do SpoolFlux or NFCore have ads?
Neither SpoolFlux nor NFCore shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SpoolFlux or NFCore?
SpoolFlux ships an update weekly, and NFCore every 2 months. Most recently, SpoolFlux was updated on November 5, 2026 and NFCore on November 5, 2026.

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