| Decision | QR TIGER | Tidy QR |
|---|---|---|
| Free access | Unlimited static codes plus 3 dynamic codes, with 500 scans per dynamic code and a QR TIGER logo popup. | Static creation with no account, subscription or scan counter. |
| Code lifetime | Free dynamic usage is bounded by the scan allowance. Static and dynamic conditions differ. | The payload stays in the image. A linked website still needs to stay available. |
| Recorded price | US$7 per month, Regular | $0 for the implemented static tools. |
| Output workflow | Review the vendor's current export and account options. | Local SVG, PNG and vector-module PDF, with image decoding before export. |
Where QR TIGER is a better fit
QR TIGER is stronger when you need a free dynamic allowance to try editing and basic scan analytics. Its pricing page spells out the dynamic count and per-code scan limit, which makes a small test easier to scope. Paid plans add higher allowances and campaign features.
Where the workflows differ
Tidy QR is the more direct fit for locally generated static artwork without a managed redirect or vendor scan popup. QR TIGER also offers static codes, so the distinction is about the selected workflow rather than a blanket claim that the competitor is paid. Check which code type you are downloading.
A concrete choice
For a short promotion, a bounded dynamic trial can help evaluate reporting before choosing a subscription. For a long-lived printed contact card, a direct static payload may be enough. Estimate the risk of exhausting a free allowance and keep the account owner responsible for reviewing it.
Check the actual image before committing
Download a sample from the exact option you intend to use. Read the image with a separate scanner and compare the full payload with your intended destination. A direct address and a provider's redirect address can look identical on paper while creating different account dependencies.
Keep a copy of that decoded content with the final artwork. If the project depends on destination editing or reporting, review the vendor's terms for that selected plan, including what happens when an allowance is reached or billing stops. If the project only needs a stable destination, a static code can link to a page whose content you update yourself.
Test the final physical output, not just the preview. Phone recognition, lighting, material and the destination page all affect the visitor's experience. The comparison above describes documented product terms, not a measured ranking of scan speed or reliability.
Prices and features checked on October 29, 2026. Spotted something out of date? Email contact@tidyqr.com.
Sources
Last checked: . Examples are illustrative inputs, not measured results.
- Plans and pricing, QR TIGER. Checked 2026-10-29.
- Implementation specifications, checked against source code, Tidy QR. Checked 2026-10-29.