The short answer
QR-Code-Generator.com is a long-established generator with a 14-day free trial for dynamic codes and tiers of 2, 50 and 250 dynamic codes. QR Maker has no trial clock: the free plan keeps three active dynamic codes and unlimited static codes, and paid plans start at $3.99 a month. The difference that matters most is what happens to a code you have already printed, so ask that question of any generator first.
Plans and limits side by side
| QR-Code-Generator.com | QR Maker | |
|---|---|---|
| Free access to dynamic codes | 14-day free trial, no credit card needed | Free plan with 3 active dynamic codes, no time limit |
| After the trial or free period | Its pricing page does not say what happens to your codes if you do not subscribe. Ask before printing | Free codes keep redirecting; going over 500 tracked scans a month only pauses tracking |
| Entry tier | Starter: 2 dynamic codes, 10,000 scans | Pro: unlimited active dynamic codes, unlimited tracked scans, $3.99 a month |
| Mid tier | Advanced: 50 dynamic codes, unlimited scans, billed annually | Pro covers this; Business at $29 a month adds API and custom domain |
| Top tier | Professional: 250 dynamic codes, unlimited scans, billed annually | Business: unlimited codes; REST API with 50,000 calls a month |
| Billing | Starter monthly or annual; higher tiers annual | Monthly and annual plans |
| Static codes | Check their site | Unlimited and free, no account needed |
Competitor figures are taken from each company’s public pricing page, checked October 2026. Plans change, so confirm current terms before you buy. Sources: QR-Code-Generator.com pricing.
Five questions to ask any QR generator before you print
What happens to my printed codes if I stop paying?
Some services deactivate dynamic codes when a trial or plan ends. A printed code that stops working is the most expensive failure there is.
Is there a cap on changing the destination?
The point of a dynamic code is changing it. Check whether edits are limited per month.
Are scans limited, and what happens at the limit?
A limit that pauses analytics is mild. A limit that stops the redirect is not.
Who owns the short-link domain?
If the code contains the vendor’s address, you depend on the vendor. A custom domain on your own name gives you a way out.
Can I export the code as vector art?
SVG or PDF exports keep edges sharp for professional printing. PNG only is a limitation for large formats.
Where the other generator may suit you better
- Larger managed accounts. With tiers up to 250 dynamic codes and sales support, an established vendor can suit organizations that want one contract for everything.
- Existing familiarity. If your team already uses it and is happy, switching has a cost.
Frequently asked questions
Does QR Maker have a trial that expires?
No. The free plan has no time limit, so your three active dynamic codes keep redirecting. You can upgrade when you need more than three codes or more than 500 tracked scans a month.
Do QR Maker codes ever expire?
A code stops if you delete it, if you set an expiry or scan limit on it yourself (a Pro option), if it is disabled for abuse such as phishing, or if the account is closed. Free codes keep redirecting even beyond the monthly tracking limit.
How many dynamic codes do I get free?
Three active dynamic codes, and unlimited static codes, which do not depend on our service at all.
Can I move my existing codes?
A printed code points to the address inside it, so it keeps working with its current provider. Create new codes here for new print runs and keep the old plan while the old codes are in circulation.