Comparison

NFC QR Master vs Spoolman GO

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

Head to head
About

NFC QR Master

Features
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QR & NFC Master – QR Code & NFC Tag Tool Create, scan, and manage QR codes and NFC tags in one powerful app. No cloud required. No account needed. Everything works offline. How to Use Generate a QR code by selecting a type, filling in your details, and saving or sharing instantly. To write an NFC tag, tap NFC Write, enter your data, and hold your phone to a writable tag. To read an NFC tag or scan a QR code, tap the matching button and point your device. QR Code Types • Text: Save any note or message as a QR code. • URL: Share links quickly without typing. • Phone: Dial a number with a single scan. • Email: Open a pre-filled email compose window. • SMS: Launch a text message ready to send. • Wi-Fi: Share network credentials so guests can connect instantly. • vCard: Share your contact details as a scannable business card. NFC Features • NFC Write: Encode text, URL, Wi-Fi, or vCard data onto any writable NFC tag. • NFC Read: Scan any NFC tag and instantly view, copy, or act on the content. QR Customization • Choose foreground and background colors to match your brand or style. • Add a logo to the center of any QR code. • Pick from multiple dot and corner shapes. • Export as PNG and share or save to your gallery. Batch Generation • Create multiple QR codes at once from a list of values. • Ideal for product labels, event tickets, or class handouts. History & Favorites • Every QR code and NFC scan is saved automatically. • Mark items as favorites for quick access. • Regenerate any past entry in one tap. • Bulk delete to keep your history clean. Design Full light and dark mode support with a clean, distraction-free interface designed for fast, comfortable use. 10 Languages Supported English, Turkish, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, and Arabic. Completely Offline No internet connection needed. Create, scan, and manage everything on your device. Privacy Policy: https://www.urhoba.com/pages/privacy-policy-for-nfc-qr-master Terms of Use: https://www.urhoba.com/pages/terms-of-use-for-nfc-qr-master

About

Spoolman GO

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Spoolman GO is the iPhone companion app for your self-hosted Spoolman or FilaMan-compatible server. Manage your filament spools, track inventory, and write NFC tags in the OpenSpool format — right from your iPhone. FEATURES • Dashboard with inventory overview: total weight, material distribution, low-stock warnings, and manufacturer statistics at a glance • Spool list with search and filters by material, manufacturer, location, and stock status, including a remaining-weight status indicator • Detail view with all filament data, settings, and remaining weight • Book filament consumption and log measured remaining weight • Overview for spools, filaments, vendors, and locations — edit all fields • Multi-color display: pie chart (coaxial) or linear gradient (longitudinal) in lists and details • Scan QR codes and open the matching spool directly (`/spool/show/...` and `WEB+SPOOLMAN:S-...`) • Read and write passive NFC tags (OpenSpool 1.0, NDEF MIME application/json; no direct printer or accessory pairing) • Automatically store NFC tag UID on the matching spool (lot_nr) • Auto-detect API: native Spoolman (/api/v1) or FilaMan Spoolman compatibility (/spoolman/api/v1) • Light / Dark / System color scheme • Demo Mode: explore the general app UI without a server using realistic sample data; writing NFC tags requires Live Mode • No account, no cloud service — all your data stays with you • Settings: server connection, appearance and language, low-stock threshold • Improved VoiceOver support with labeled actions, form fields, filters, and purchase states REQUIREMENTS • Self-hosted Spoolman or FilaMan with Spoolman-API Plugin • For NFC: iPhone 7 or newer, iOS 13+, physical device required (not Simulator) • For QR scanning: camera access PRIVACY Spoolman GO collects no user data. All settings are stored locally. The app only communicates with the server you configure. TERMS OF USE Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

NFC QR Master4 screens
Spoolman GO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Spoolman GO at none against NFC QR Master's shown. Spoolman GO also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. NFC QR Master sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Spoolman GO sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC QR Master ships an update every 2 months, Spoolman GO every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
NFC QR Master versus Spoolman GO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC QR MasterSpoolman GO
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.416.4
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAhmet BohurFLORIAN BERTHOLD PFLAUM

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NFC QR Master

Subscriptions2
  • One Month Premium$2.991 Month
  • One Year Premium$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Life Time Premium$19.99
1 purchases

Spoolman GO

Subscriptions1
  • Spoolman GO Monthly$2.991 Month

Questions

Is NFC QR Master free?
NFC QR Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spoolman GO free?
Spoolman GO is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC QR Master or Spoolman GO have ads?
NFC QR Master shows ads; Spoolman GO does not.
Which is updated more often, NFC QR Master or Spoolman GO?
NFC QR Master ships an update every 2 months, and Spoolman GO every 6 days. Most recently, NFC QR Master was updated on October 19, 2026 and Spoolman GO on October 25, 2026.

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