The short answer
Uniqode (formerly known as Beaconstac) aims at teams and enterprises, with tiers for multiple users and larger deployments. Its free plan covers static codes. Dynamic codes come with a 14-day trial, and its own pricing FAQ says dynamic codes become inactive when the trial expires and that plans are annual only. QR Maker offers three dynamic codes free with no time limit, month-to-month plans, and a custom short-link domain on the $29 Business plan.
Terms side by side
| Uniqode | QR Maker | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Static codes, with no creation limit stated | 3 active dynamic codes and unlimited static codes |
| Dynamic codes and the trial | 14-day free trial. Its FAQ says dynamic codes you created become inactive once the trial expires | No trial clock. Free dynamic codes keep redirecting |
| Billing | FAQ says annual plans only | Monthly or annual |
| Scan limits | FAQ says limits reset annually | 500 tracked scans a month on Free; unlimited on paid. Codes keep redirecting past the limit |
| Custom domain | Paid add-on on the Plus plan, and included on higher tiers, according to its FAQ. Check the current price | Business plan, $29 a month: one custom short-link domain per account |
| Digital business cards | Free for the first card; per-user pricing for teams | Biz Pages: one free page with a watermark; add-on at $2.99 a month, included in Business |
| Best suited to | Larger organizations with multi-user and enterprise needs | Individuals, small businesses and small teams |
Competitor figures are taken from each company’s public pricing page, checked October 2026. Plans change, so confirm current terms before you buy. Sources: Uniqode pricing and FAQ.
Where Uniqode may be the better choice
- Enterprise requirements. Organizations that need several managed seats, procurement paperwork and sales support are its target market.
- Integrations and large deployments. If a long list of integrations or a managed rollout matters, evaluate it against your checklist.
Where QR Maker fits better
- Printing without a clock running. Free dynamic codes do not switch off after a trial period.
- Month-to-month. You can start, pause and cancel without an annual commitment.
- Custom domain without an enterprise tier. The Business plan includes one branded short-link domain, set up automatically after you verify DNS.
Frequently asked questions
What happens to Uniqode’s dynamic codes after the free trial?
Its pricing FAQ says dynamic codes you created become inactive once the trial expires, so subscribe before you print.
Can I pay for Uniqode monthly?
Its FAQ says it offers annual subscription plans only. QR Maker offers monthly and annual plans.
Does QR Maker support a custom domain for short links?
Yes, on the Business plan: one custom short-link domain per account. You add a CNAME and a TXT record, and activation is automatic once DNS verifies.
Is QR Maker suitable for large enterprises?
It is built for individuals, small businesses and small teams. Large organizations with strict procurement or single-sign-on requirements should compare carefully.