| Feature | QR Node | Bitly |
|---|---|---|
| Free dynamic QR codes Bitly free plan caps QR codes at 1 active dynamic code | 10 (14-day expiry on free) | 1 (limited) |
| Free short links per month | Unlimited static | 10/month |
| Starter paid plan Bitly Core is $8/mo but limits total links and clicks | $8.99/mo | $8/mo (Core) |
| Scan / click analytics | Yes | Yes |
| Country-level data | Yes | Yes |
| City-level data City data requires Bitly Growth ($35/mo) or higher | Yes | Paid tiers |
| Device & OS breakdown | Yes | Yes |
| Referrer tracking | Yes | Yes |
| Custom QR code branding Custom colors and logo require Bitly Core+ | Yes | Paid only |
| SVG vector QR export Bitly exports PNG only; no vector format | Yes | No |
| Retargeting pixels | Yes | No |
| Digital vCards | Yes | No |
| Link in Bio pages | Yes | Yes |
| Landing page builder | Yes | No |
| File hosting (PDF/video) | Yes | No |
| Custom domain (branded links) | Advanced+ | Core+ ($8/mo) |
| Public REST API | Advanced+ | Paid plans |
| Bulk link/QR creation | Yes | Enterprise only |
| White-label dashboard | Business | Enterprise |
| Click-fraud / bot filtering | Yes | Yes |
| GDPR-compliant tracking | Yes | Yes |
Competitor data based on publicly available information as of May 2025. Prices may vary.
Bitly started as a URL shortener and bolted QR codes on later — it shows. QR Node is designed from the ground up for QR code management, with deeper customization, better export formats, and more QR-specific analytics.
Bitly exports QR codes as PNG only. QR Node exports SVG (vector) and high-resolution PNG — essential for print materials like packaging, signage, and apparel where resolution matters.
Bitly's free plan limits you to 10 short links per month. QR Node's free plan has no monthly link cap — create as many static QR codes and short links as you need.
QR Node lets you embed Meta, Google, TikTok, and LinkedIn retargeting pixels into QR redirects — building custom ad audiences from every physical scan. Bitly has no pixel support at any tier.
QR Node includes digital vCards, file hosting, and landing page builder — tools Bitly simply doesn't have. If your business bridges offline print with online digital, QR Node covers the full workflow.