Bitly charges $35+/mo for QR codes bundled with link shortening. If you just need QR codes, OneQR gives you unlimited static codes for free and dynamic codes for $9.99 one-time.
OneQR vs Bitly — Honest Comparison
Bitly is primarily a link shortener with QR as an add-on. If you need both, Bitly may be worth it. If you just need QR codes, OneQR is far cheaper.
Feature
OneQR
Bitly
QR code pricing
Free / $9.99 one-time
$35+/mo (bundled with link shortener)
Standalone QR tool
Yes — dedicated QR generator
QR is add-on to link shortening
Static QR
Unlimited, free
Limited on free
Dynamic QR
$9.99 one-time
$35+/mo subscription
Link shortener
Not included
Core product
Scan analytics
Pro tier
All paid plans
Custom domains
Not yet
Available
Setup
Instant, no account
Account required
When to use OneQR
You only need QR codes, not link shortening
You want to avoid $35+/mo for a feature you can get for $9.99 once
You want instant QR generation with no account
You want a dedicated QR tool, not a link management suite
When to use Bitly
You need link shortening and QR codes in one platform
You want custom branded short domains (e.g., yourbrand.link)
You need unified analytics across links and QR codes
Your team already uses Bitly for link management
Frequently asked questions
Why is Bitly so expensive for QR codes?
Bitly is primarily a link shortening platform. QR codes are bundled into their paid plans starting at $35/mo. You're paying for the full link management suite, not just QR codes. If you only need QR codes, OneQR is significantly cheaper.
Does Bitly offer anything OneQR doesn't?
Yes. Bitly includes a powerful link shortener, custom branded domains, and deep link analytics across both shortened URLs and QR codes. If you need both link shortening and QR codes in one platform, Bitly may be worth the cost.
Can I use OneQR alongside Bitly?
Absolutely. Many users use Bitly for link shortening and OneQR for QR codes. You can generate a Bitly short link and paste it into OneQR to create a QR code — getting the best of both tools.
How much would I save switching from Bitly to OneQR for QR codes?
Bitly's cheapest plan with QR codes is $35/mo ($420/year). OneQR Pro is $9.99 one-time. That's a savings of over $410 in the first year alone, and $420/year every year after.
Start generating QR codes
Free static QR codes, no signup. Dynamic codes for a one-time $9.99.