Comparison

NFC Pro Tools vs Smart Remote Roku TV

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

Head to head
About

NFC Pro Tools

This comprehensive toolkit allows users to read, write, and manage NFC tags with advanced features like EMV card analysis and encrypted tag support. It offers a variety of templates for creating custom NFC experiences, from contact information to unique interactive content.

Highlights
  • Read various NFC tag types
  • EMV contactless card reader
  • AES-256 encrypted tag support
  • Create custom NFC templates
  • WiFi sharing via NFC/QR
  • Live Activity and widgets
  • Automation Flows
Features
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NFC Pro Tools is the most complete NFC toolkit for iPhone — for casual users and pros alike. WHY IT STANDS OUT • Reads everything: NTAG 21x/424, MIFARE Ultralight, ICODE/ISO15693, FeliCa, ISO7816 • EMV Card Reader — analyze contactless cards (read‑only, no PAN stored) • AES‑256 encrypted tags (free) — keys never leave your device • Deep memory dump with hex viewer • Burst scan for inventory · Clone detector to spot fakes CREATE & SHARE • 23 ready‑made templates: vCard, WiFi, social, payment, RSVP, pet ID… • WiFi sharing by NFC or QR + live speed test • Free biolink page at nfcprobio.com/u/yourname with Bio Studio (themes, blocks, layouts) • 10 unique experiences: Time Capsule, Couple Pair, Voice Card, Photo Frame, SOS card, Plant Care, Travel Rally… INTELLIGENCE SUITE • Dynamic Tags · Tag Analytics · Rolling Code (HOTP) • Tag Doctor · Tag Advisor · Setup Wizard • Security Intel CVE scan · Automation Flows (webhook / MQTT) POWER FEATURES • Live Activity in Dynamic Island during every scan • Lock Screen widgets + Control Center quick tile • Apple Watch companion for biolinks and QR • Privacy first — local storage, certificate pinning, App Attest, Face ID 30 LANGUAGES Vietnamese, English, Arabic, Czech, Danish, German, Greek, Spanish, Finnish, French, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Norwegian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese (BR), Romanian, Russian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Simplified & Traditional Chinese.

About

Smart Remote Roku TV

Features
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Turn your iPhone or iPad into a simple remote for compatible Roku streaming players and Roku TVs. Smart Remote Roku TV connects directly over local Wi-Fi—no account or extra hardware required. Discover nearby Roku devices, connect in seconds, and control your TV from a clean, responsive interface. KEY FEATURES • D-pad and swipe navigation • Home, Back, Options, Replay, and playback controls • Fast text input using the iPhone or iPad keyboard • Launch installed Roku channels from the app • Power, volume, mute, channel, and input controls on supported Roku TVs • Find Remote on supported Roku players and remotes • Automatic discovery plus manual IP connection • Remembers your selected device • Works with iPhone and iPad SETUP 1. Connect your Apple device and Roku to the same Wi-Fi network. 2. Open the app and select your Roku. 3. Start controlling. If connection is blocked, on Roku go to Settings > System > Advanced system settings > Control by mobile apps > Network access, then allow access. PREMIUM Upgrade to remove ads and unlock all premium controls. Choose Weekly or Yearly. The Weekly plan includes a 3-day free trial for eligible new subscribers. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel subscriptions in your Apple Account settings. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when a subscription is purchased, where applicable. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://kog677140-dot.github.io/roku-remote-privacy/ Smart Remote Roku TV is an independent application and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Roku, Inc. Roku is a trademark of Roku, Inc.

Screenshots

NFC Pro Tools4 screens
Smart Remote Roku TV4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Smart Remote Roku TV at daily against NFC Pro Tools's every 9 days. 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. NFC Pro Tools sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Smart Remote Roku TV sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NFC Pro Tools ships an update every 9 days, Smart Remote Roku TV daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
NFC Pro Tools versus Smart Remote Roku TV: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC Pro ToolsSmart Remote Roku TV
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size78 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperATHENE GROUP LTDPham Trung

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NFC Pro Tools

Subscriptions3
  • VIP Monthly$2.991 Month
  • VIP 3 Months$6.993 Months
  • VIP Yearly$19.991 Year
2 purchases

Smart Remote Roku TV

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Premium$14.991 Year

Questions

Is NFC Pro Tools free?
NFC Pro Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Smart Remote Roku TV free?
Smart Remote Roku TV is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do NFC Pro Tools or Smart Remote Roku TV have ads?
Both NFC Pro Tools and Smart Remote Roku TV show ads.
Which is updated more often, NFC Pro Tools or Smart Remote Roku TV?
NFC Pro Tools ships an update every 9 days, and Smart Remote Roku TV daily. Most recently, NFC Pro Tools was updated on October 24, 2026 and Smart Remote Roku TV on October 26, 2026.

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