Comparison

ArcNFC vs NFC Tools

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

Head to head
About

ArcNFC

Features
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ArcNFC Reader&Writer is a powerful NFC reader and writer. Which can read and write NFC tags, Copy cell access cards,use mobile phones as access keys, And also support the cloning of NFC tags, Support multiple tag scanning,reading and writing, Support continuous scanning,reading and writing of tags, Open smart life,the interface is simple and generous, and the operation is simple and easy to understand. Here are some simple examples of use: - Combined with the quick instructions of mobile phones,automatic customization tasks. - You can quickly connect to Wifi without entering a password . - Create a business card by saving the website or phone number. - Social network, and messenger to a tag. Automatically enter driving mode. - Automate common telephone tasks. The era of automated Internet of Things is coming. Whether you are a technology enthusiast or preparing to develop NFC-related products, this tool can help you play NFC better!

About

NFC Tools

Easily read and write various types of information to NFC tags. Automate tasks like connecting to Wi-Fi, opening web links, or sending messages with a simple tap. Supports business cards, locations, and HomeKit devices.

Highlights
  • Read and write NFC tag information
  • Save vCards to contacts
  • Automate device actions via NFC
  • Open web links and connect to Wi-Fi
  • Read text and phone numbers
  • Send SMS and emails
  • Control HomeKit devices
Features
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Smart read and write NFC tags. ----- NFC ----- Read and write NFC information. This application gives you the possibility to read and write different types of NFC information. -Business card: read vCard and save it directly to your address book. -Shortcuts. Start the automatic device through NFC. The old iPhone can also automate homekit. -Location: read geographic coordinates and view them on the map. -Network links. Open a saved web page address. -Wi Fi: connect to a Wi Fi network. -Text. Read the text and work with it. -Phone number: read a phone number and start a call. -SMS: send imessage/sms. -E-mail. Send email. -Homekit: open the homekit device

Screenshots

ArcNFC3 screens
NFC Tools3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ArcNFC at none against NFC Tools's 1. ArcNFC also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). NFC Tools's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price 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 Tools sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ArcNFC asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ArcNFC ships an update every 5 months, NFC Tools every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
ArcNFC versus NFC Tools: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcNFCNFC Tools
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.8 (60 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—9.1% of reviews
Number of ratings—60 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer西恩 解Bulb Network Technology Co., Limited

In-app purchases

None

ArcNFC

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

NFC Tools

One-time1
  • NFC永久会员$1.99

Questions

Is ArcNFC free?
ArcNFC is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NFC Tools free?
NFC Tools is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ArcNFC or NFC Tools have ads?
NFC Tools shows ads; ArcNFC does not.
Which is updated more often, ArcNFC or NFC Tools?
ArcNFC ships an update every 5 months, and NFC Tools every 3 weeks. Most recently, ArcNFC was updated on September 8, 2026 and NFC Tools on September 20, 2026.

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