Comparison

NFCore vs NFC CARD TOOL

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

Head to head
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.

About

NFC CARD TOOL

Features
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NFC SNS CARD MAKER. Turn your smartphone into a modern business card. Transform a 1-dollar NFC tag into a premium digital business card. Just tap your phone, your profile pops up on the recipient's screen instantly. The new way to exchange business cards. ■ 240 designs to choose from Rich templates organized by industry and purpose: sales, branding, customer acquisition, authority. Find the perfect card for you. ■ Core features - Card creation and editing: design easily in-app - Auto-create from search: type a shop name, get a card - Copy existing NFC cards: clone with one tap - Write to NFC tags: one-shot setup with a single URL - Google review collection: opens the review screen instantly - Tap analytics: log when, where, and how many times each tag is tapped - 15 languages: reach customers worldwide ■ Perfect for - Shop owners (cafes, salons, clinics) - Freelancers and solopreneurs - Sales reps and consultants - Creators and SNS influencers - Business pros who exchange cards often ■ Pricing - FREE: core features at no cost - PRO (480 yen/mo or 4800 yen/yr): all features unlocked - TEAM (2980 yen/mo or 29800 yen/yr): multi-profile management - Lifetime (6000 yen one-time): permanent access ■ Physical NFC cards (optional) Professional UV-printed digital business cards. From 1990 yen (3 cards) or 4470 yen (10 cards). ■ Privacy Location, contacts, camera, and other personal data are accessed only when required. We never share your data with third parties. ■ Support Website: https://nfc.bz Contact: support@nfc.bz NextCode: Okinawa-based tech development studio ■ Terms of Use (EULA) Follows Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NFCore4 screens
NFC CARD TOOL4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: NFC CARD TOOL at every 3 days against NFCore's every 2 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. NFCore sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NFC CARD TOOL sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFCore ships an update every 2 months, NFC CARD TOOL every 3 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
NFCore versus NFC CARD TOOL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFCoreNFC CARD TOOL
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB265 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEcho Persona LLCHIROKI TOMIMURA

In-app purchases

1 purchases

NFCore

One-time1
  • NFCore Pro$6.99
6 purchases

NFC CARD TOOL

Subscriptions2
  • PRO Monthly$4.991 Month
  • PRO Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time4
  • クチコミクレジット 10回$3.99
  • 口コミクレジット 50回$14.99
  • クチコミクレジット 100回$19.99
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  • Pro$59.99

Questions

Is NFCore free?
NFCore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NFC CARD TOOL free?
NFC CARD TOOL is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFCore or NFC CARD TOOL have ads?
Neither NFCore nor NFC CARD TOOL shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NFCore or NFC CARD TOOL?
NFCore ships an update every 2 months, and NFC CARD TOOL every 3 days. Most recently, NFCore was updated on November 5, 2026 and NFC CARD TOOL on November 5, 2026.

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