Comparison

NFC Tools Tag vs NFC Utils

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

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About

NFC Tools Tag

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NFC Reader & Writer makes everyday NFC tasks simple. Scan compatible NFC tags, view supported information, create NFC records, write content to writable tags, and keep useful NFC data organized in one app. Whether you want to read an NFC tag, create a new tag, update existing content, or prepare records for another compatible tag, the app provides practical NFC tools in a clear and easy-to-use experience. - Scan & Read NFC Tags Bring a compatible NFC tag close to your iPhone to scan it and view supported information stored on the tag. The NFC reader presents available tag data in an easy-to-understand format, helping you quickly check supported records and understand what information a tag contains. - Write NFC Tags Create your own NFC content and write it to compatible writable NFC tags. Choose a supported record type, enter your information, review the details, and prepare it for writing. The NFC tag writer provides a simple workflow for creating useful tags for different purposes. - Create Multiple NFC Records Build NFC tags containing multiple supported records. Add the information you need, organize your records, review the complete setup, and write them to a compatible NFC tag. - Supported NFC Record Types Depending on the tag and supported format, you can work with: • Website URLs • Text • Contact details • Phone numbers • Email information • Wi-Fi details • Location information • Other supported NFC records The app works with supported NFC and NDEF records available through your iPhone's NFC capabilities. - Edit & Update NFC Tags Need to change information stored on a writable NFC tag? Prepare updated records, review the new information, and write the content again to a compatible tag. Update supported website links, contact details, Wi-Fi information, text, and other NFC records when needed. - Read Compatible NFC Cards & Tags Explore supported information available on compatible NFC tags and contactless NFC cards. When supported records are detected, the app displays the available information in a simple format for easier viewing. Support depends on the NFC technology, tag or card type, and information accessible through iOS. - Save NFC Records Avoid recreating the same NFC information every time. Save frequently used records inside the app and quickly access them when preparing another NFC tag. Keep URLs, contacts, text, Wi-Fi information, and other supported content organized for future use. - NFC Transfer Reuse supported NFC information when preparing another compatible tag. Scan available records from an NFC tag, review the information, and use supported records when creating content for another writable NFC tag. - Main Features • Scan compatible NFC tags • Read supported NFC tag information • Write content to writable NFC tags • Create custom NFC records • Create multiple records for one tag • Work with supported NDEF records • Edit and update NFC tag content • Create URL, text, contact, Wi-Fi, email, phone, and location records • Save frequently used NFC information • Read supported NFC cards and tags • Reuse supported records for another tag • Organize NFC content in one place - Simple NFC Tools in One App NFC Reader & Writer brings essential NFC tools together in one place. Scan NFC tags, read supported records, create NDEF content, write NFC tags, update records, and organize frequently used NFC information directly from your iPhone. NFC functionality depends on your iPhone model, iOS capabilities, NFC tag or card type, available tag memory, supported record formats, and whether a tag is writable. Some NFC functions or tag types may not be supported. Privacy Policy: https://appscrafters.com/nfc-scanner-kit-privacy-policy Eula: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

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NFC Utils

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Read, write and configure NFC tags with your iPhone's built-in NFC, a compatible USB CCID reader, or an ACS ACR1555U or ACR1255U-J1 Bluetooth reader. NFC Utils is free, with no ads, no account and no cloud service. iPad has no NFC antenna and needs a reader. Choose a reader by name in Settings. The app remembers it and reconnects when available. Read a Tag Info shows chip, UID, memory, records and protection where available. Reads select the matching Tools profile. Full Scan maps memory and marks locks. On-device NXP signature results include Genuine NXP, Not Verified, Not Read and Not Supported. TagTamper reports Inactive, Intact or Broken. Use Copy Text or Copy JSON, share a file, or revisit History. Auto Read takes the next tag through an external reader. ePassport Read ICAO 9303 passport chips for holder details, the photo and any signature image. Enter the document number, birth date and expiry from the printed machine readable zone (MRZ), or paste the MRZ. Access uses BAC or PACE. Data Genuine checks file hashes and the issuer's signature. Chip Original tests private key possession when both the chip and app support the check. Signer checks the chain against bundled country roots, refreshed each release. Checks run on your device and do not replace a border check. The app cannot read fingerprints. Remembered unlock fields stay on your device. Write and Edit Write URL, text, phone, email, SMS, Wi-Fi and contact records. Load From Tag opens a message to edit. Erase Tag clears NDEF; Format as NDEF prepares an unformatted tag. Pick a tool, fill its card, press its button and present the tag. A green or red result replaces the card. Enable Confirm Irreversible Actions to preview password changes, locks and resets. Permanent ones show This Cannot Be Undone. NTAG 21x Tools • Write and edit records on NTAG213, NTAG215 and NTAG216. • Set, change or remove a password; set protected pages, PACK and the wrong-attempt limit. Keep reads public while restricting writes. Passwords travel in the clear and do not encrypt data. • Counter and Mirror enables read counting and mirrors the UID, count or both into a URL. • Lock User Memory and Lock Configuration are permanent. NTAG 424 DNA Tools • Keys checks and changes AES-128 keys 0 to 4 through EV2 secure messaging. Access Rights sets file permissions to Free, a key or Never. • Factory Reset clears NDEF and resets file settings and known keys when key 0 and file rights permit. • Secure Dynamic Messaging mirrors the UID and counter into a URL with a CMAC and optional AES-128 encrypted data. Decode SDM URL checks its CMAC with your key. ICODE SLIX2 Tools • Tag Passwords tests, changes or locks Read, Write, Privacy, and EAS and AFI passwords. Protection splits memory at a pointer block and protects reads or writes in each region. • Set AFI for inventory filtering and DSFID for data format. Check, enable or disable EAS and write its 16-bit ID. • Enable Privacy hides the tag from phones. This app cannot wake it. • Related ICODE chips get tools their hardware supports. Raw Commands Every profile lists this tool. Send hex frames or use read-only presets such as Get Version. See sent bytes, responses and decoded fields where supported. A supported command channel is required. No confirmation appears. Your Display Use the full app on iPhone Duo's front display when closed, or inner display upright or on its side. In landscape on iPhone Duo or iPad, open the built-in guide beside the app. It follows your current page. The new design uses Liquid Glass for buttons and dialogs. Languages Choose English, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese or Japanese. Privacy No analytics track your scans. Tag data, passwords and keys are stored on your device. Device backups can include History. You decide what to copy, export or share. https://www.nfcmint.com/privacy Learn More The guide explains the tools, settings and permanent changes. https://nfcutils.nfcmint.com/guide/

Screenshots

NFC Tools Tag4 screens
NFC Utils4 screens

Verdict

The call

NFC Tools Tag and NFC Utils are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
NFC Tools Tag versus NFC Utils: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNFC Tools TagNFC Utils
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS15.5 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUmar AminThe NFC Mint LLC

In-app purchases

None

NFC Tools Tag

No in-app purchases

None

NFC Utils

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is NFC Tools Tag free?
NFC Tools Tag is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Utils free?
NFC Utils is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do NFC Tools Tag or NFC Utils have ads?
Neither NFC Tools Tag nor NFC Utils shows ads.

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