A QR Code Generator (Bitly) alternative with monthly billing on every plan
QR Code Generator PRO, run by Bitly, is a mature platform with bulk creation, an API and team seats. It is a strong pick for large marketing teams. QRPebble takes a narrower approach: every static QR type and barcode is free without an account, the free account includes three editable dynamic codes, and both paid plans can be billed monthly. The facts below come from their pricing page and FAQ as we read them on 28 September 2026. Prices on their page load dynamically and change by region, so check their current numbers before you decide.
| Feature | QRPebble | QR Code Generator (Bitly) |
|---|---|---|
| Static codes | Unlimited static codes for 37 QR types and 8 barcode types, no signup | See their pricing page |
| Free dynamic codes | 3 dynamic codes with a free account | 14-day free trial |
| Paid plans | Pro $9/month or $84/year (100 dynamic codes); Business $29/month or $276/year (1,000) | Starter, Advanced and Professional; prices shown by region on their page |
| Billing terms | Monthly or yearly on every paid plan | Starter monthly or annual; Advanced and Professional annual |
| Cancellation | Cancel any time; codes keep redirecting | 30 days' notice before the end of the billing cycle |
| Scan analytics | Free: last 30 days (date, country, device type). Pro: full scan history and CSV export | Scan tracking included; 10,000 scans on the smaller listed plan, unlimited on the 250-code plan |
| Bulk creation and API | Not offered | 500 bulk creation and 10,000 API requests per month on the 250-code plan |
What we verified about QR Code Generator (Bitly)
- Their pricing page offers a 14-day free trial: "Your first 14 days are on us." source, checked 2026-09-28
- One plan listed on the pricing page includes 2 Dynamic QR Codes, 10,000 scans and 1 user. source, checked 2026-09-28
- Another plan listed includes 250 Dynamic QR Codes, unlimited scans, 500 bulk creation, 10,000 API requests per month and 5 users. source, checked 2026-09-28
- Their FAQ says: "Starter plans are billed monthly or annually. Advanced and Professional plans are billed annually." source, checked 2026-09-28
- On cancelling, their FAQ says: "The notice period is always 30 days before the end of the billing cycle." source, checked 2026-09-28
- Their FAQ says: "it's only possible to downgrade your account after the first contract period." source, checked 2026-09-28
- The pricing page mentions 22 types of QR Codes. source, checked 2026-09-28
When QR Code Generator (Bitly) is the better choice
- You need CSV bulk creation or an API for static codes today.
- Several teammates need seats in one account.
- You want built-in landing pages across their 22 QR types.
When QRPebble fits better
- You want monthly billing on every paid tier and to cancel without a notice period.
- You mostly need static codes and want them free with no signup.
- You need barcodes (EAN-13, UPC-A, ITF-14, Code 128) in the same tool as QR codes.
Switching
- Export or list the destination URLs of your dynamic codes from your current dashboard.
- Create a QRPebble dynamic code for each destination. Codes you have already printed still point at the old short link, so keep that account active until replacement prints are out.
- Reprint the new codes in your next print cycle, then retire the old ones.
FAQ
Can I move an already printed dynamic code from QR Code Generator PRO to QRPebble?
No provider can do this. A printed dynamic code encodes the original provider's short link, and only that provider can redirect it. Create new codes on QRPebble and swap them in at your next reprint.
Is QRPebble cheaper?
QRPebble Pro is $9/month or $84/year for 100 dynamic codes. Their prices are shown by region and load in the browser, so compare against their live pricing page.
Are static codes from either tool permanent?
A static code stores its data directly in the pattern, so it does not depend on any account. QRPebble static codes are free, need no signup and never expire.
Try it now: free URL QR code
Static code: the data is encoded directly, so it never expires and is not tracked. Need to change the link after printing or count scans? Create a free dynamic code.
QR Code Generator (Bitly) is a trademark of its owner. QRPebble is not affiliated with QR Code Generator (Bitly). Facts were checked on the dates shown and may have changed since.