2026 Flipper Zero Compatibility: What New Devices Can It Read?
The Flipper Zero has continued to evolve through 2025 and into 2026, with improved firmware, new App Hub tools, and better detection across RFID, NFC, Sub-GHz, Bluetooth broadcasting, and infrared. Many people buying the device today want to know what it can legally and safely read or scan in 2026. This guide provides a clear, helpful breakdown of the devices the Flipper Zero now supports, plus the limitations that still apply.
This information is designed for educational, security-testing, and home-learning use only.
Better Detection and Broader Compatibility in 2026
Thanks to major firmware upgrades, the Flipper Zero now includes:
More supported NFC types
Improved low-power Sub-GHz scanning
Expanded infrared library
Better error detection for unsupported tags
Enhanced frequency filtering for safety and compliance
These improvements mean more household and personal devices are now compatible.
NFC Tags You Can Read in 2026
The Flipper Zero can now read a wider range of NFC formats:
NTAG21x series
NTAG424 (read-only identification)
Mifare Classic 1K and 4K (public data only)
Mifare Ultralight
Mifare NTAG-based access cards
Most retail NFC tags (for product information)
Smart device pairing tags
Typical examples include:
Smart speaker setup tags
Phone automation tags
Wireless charging base tags
Gym membership cards you personally own
Hotel key cards that allow public reading
The 2026 update improves accuracy, reduces scanning errors, and adds clearer instructions on what you can safely read and what cannot be cloned.
RFID Tags Now Supported in 2026
On the RFID side, the Flipper Zero reads several low-frequency tag types:
125 kHz EM4100/EM4102
HID Prox (basic read capabilities)
T5577 programmable tags
IoT and pet-tag formats that allow public reading
Examples include:
Older office fobs (if you own them)
Parking gate tags where reading is permitted
Access tokens for hobby electronics
Dog microchip IDs (reading only, no modification)
Compatibility remains strongest with 125 kHz systems. The 2026 firmware improves signal stability and tag detection range.
Sub-GHz Devices You Can Scan in 2026 (Educational Only)
The Flipper Zero can detect and identify the frequency of many household Sub-GHz devices:
Wireless doorbells
Weather stations
Temperature sensors
Smart meters that broadcast publicly readable data
Home alarm sensors (your own equipment only)
Remote-controlled outlets
Wireless thermostats
Important reminder:
The Flipper can scan, listen, and analyse, but it cannot and should not be used to replay or interact with restricted or encrypted systems.
The 2026 firmware now prevents unsafe frequency use automatically.
Infrared Devices Supported in 2026
The built-in IR transmitter now has an expanded library, allowing it to work with more devices such as:
Modern TVs
Soundbars
Air conditioning units
Projectors
Streaming box remotes
Computer monitors
You can also record signals from remotes you own, making this one of the most user-friendly Flipper features.
Bluetooth Broadcast Scanning in 2026
Although the Flipper Zero cannot pair or interact with Bluetooth devices, it can now detect and display:
BLE beacons
Fitness tracker broadcasts
Smartwatch discovery signals
Smart home device advertisements
Headset pairing signals
This feature is purely for signal awareness and education.
Smart Home Devices with Improved Compatibility
Home automation devices frequently broadcast NFC, RFID, or Sub-GHz signals. In 2026, the Flipper Zero can help you identify:
Which frequency a smart home sensor uses
Whether your remotes use IR or RF
How often your devices transmit
What type of tag is embedded in certain products
This makes the Flipper Zero particularly useful for smart home troubleshooting.
What the Flipper Zero Still Cannot Read in 2026
Even with the expanded compatibility, there are strict limitations:
Encrypted car keys
Rolling-code garage systems
Bank cards
Payment devices
Secure access cards using AES or DESFire
Any system protected by encryption or time-based security
These cannot be read, cloned, or interacted with.
Summary: What’s Newly Supported in 2026
More NFC tag types
Better 125 kHz RFID performance
Expanded IR device libraries
More accurate Sub-GHz detection
Better Bluetooth broadcast scanning
Improved frequency filtering for safety
Together, these improvements make the 2026 Flipper Zero more capable, more stable, and much easier for beginners to use responsibly.
