| Feature | QR Node | QR Code Gen |
|---|---|---|
| Free dynamic QR codes QR Code Generator requires a paid plan for any dynamic QR code | 10 (14-day expiry on free) | No |
| Free static QR codes | Unlimited | Unlimited (PNG only) |
| Starter paid plan | $8.99/mo | ~$9/mo |
| Scan analytics | Yes | Paid only |
| Country-level data | Yes | Paid only |
| City-level data | Yes | No |
| Real-time dashboard | Yes | Yes |
| Custom logo in QR code | Yes | Yes |
| Custom QR colors | Yes | Yes |
| SVG vector export | Yes | Paid only |
| High-res PNG export | Yes | Yes |
| Retargeting pixels | Yes | No |
| Digital vCards | Yes | Yes |
| Link in Bio pages | Yes | No |
| File hosting (PDF/video) | Yes | No |
| Landing page builder | Yes | No |
| Short link generator QR Code Generator focuses on QR only — no short link feature | Yes | No |
| API access | Advanced+ | No |
| Bulk QR creation | Yes | Paid only |
| Custom domain | Advanced+ | No |
| White-label | Business | No |
| GDPR-compliant tracking | Yes | Yes |
Competitor data based on publicly available information as of May 2025. Prices may vary.
QR Code Generator puts all dynamic QR features behind a paid plan. QR Node gives you 10 dynamic QR codes on the free tier (with a 14-day expiry — upgrade to remove it) — enough to run real campaigns before spending a dollar.
QR Code Generator is QR-only. Every QR code you create in QR Node automatically gets a paired short link. Manage both from one dashboard, one analytics view, one account.
Analytics on QR Code Generator require a paid plan. QR Node includes scan analytics with country, city, device, OS, and browser breakdown from day one — even on the free plan.
QR Code Generator has no pixel integration. QR Node lets you embed Meta, Google, TikTok, and LinkedIn pixels in any redirect — turning every physical scan into a retargeting audience member.
QR Code Generator offers no API. QR Node's REST API lets developers automate QR code creation, batch operations, and analytics retrieval — ideal for e-commerce, events platforms, and print-on-demand integrations.