Alternatives · QR Codes
Hovercode alternatives
As of Oct 24, 2026, the best Hovercode alternative for most people is QR TIGER (3.0 GPA), first in our ranking of QR code generators. It's also the best free one.
Hovercode compared with 5 alternatives: Uniqode, QR Code Generator PRO, Flowcode, QRFY and QR TIGER.
Hovercode has a free plan. Paid plans start at $12 per month, billed monthly (Pro). 4 of the 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan. One more offers a free trial.
Listings checked up to Oct 23, 2026 · Where the facts come from
At a glance
| Tool | Price | Free plan | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|
| HovercodeThis tool | Free plan · from $12/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Browser extension |
| Uniqode | Free plan · from $9/mo | Yes | Web, iOS |
| QR Code Generator PRO | Free plan · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web |
| Flowcode | Free plan · from $25/mo | Yes | Web |
| QRFY | Free trial · from $19/mo | Trial only | Web |
| QR TIGER | Free plan · from $7/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android |
Price against what you get
Hovercode starts at $12 a month and scores 2.7 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 1 of the 5 alternatives on this chart scores higher and starts lower: QR TIGER.
Uniqode and QR Code Generator PRO start lower without scoring higher.
Features, ease of use and platforms, averaged
What paid plans start at, a month (each step along is roughly double) →
- The best score at each price
- Has a free plan
- No free plan
How each one differs from Hovercode
Uniqode
Dynamic QR codes and digital business cards for marketing teams
- Uniqode starts at $9 per month, billed annually (Essential).
- Uniqode lists no browser extension, which Hovercode has.
- Uniqode also covers digital business card.
Suits: Marketing teams putting editable codes on packaging, print and signage
QR Code Generator PRO
Editable, trackable QR codes with hosted landing pages, from Bitly
- QR Code Generator PRO starts at $9.99 per month, billed annually ($19.99 billed monthly).
- QR Code Generator PRO lists no iOS app and browser extension, which Hovercode has.
- QR Code Generator PRO does not cover forms, which Hovercode does.
Suits: Small businesses that need a handful of editable codes for print
Flowcode
Branded QR codes and landing pages, with an enterprise data platform
- Flowcode starts at $25 per month, billed annually ($60 billed monthly).
- Flowcode lists no iOS app and browser extension, which Hovercode has.
- Flowcode also covers a/B testing.
Suits: Consumer brands putting designed codes on packaging, ads and broadcasts
QRFY
Unlimited dynamic QR codes on one plan, sold by term length
- QRFY starts at $19 per month, billed $228 a year (12 months).
- QRFY has no free plan, only a free trial, unlike Hovercode.
- QRFY lists no iOS app and browser extension, which Hovercode has.
- QRFY does not cover forms, which Hovercode does.
Suits: Businesses that need many dynamic codes without per-code limits
QR TIGER
Dynamic QR codes with a free plan, bulk creation and an API
- QR TIGER starts at $7 per month, billed monthly (Regular).
- QR TIGER also lists an Android app.
- QR TIGER lists no browser extension, which Hovercode has.
- QR TIGER does not cover forms, which Hovercode does.
Suits: Individuals who want a few dynamic codes free or one cheap monthly plan
Limits worth knowing in Hovercode
- Pro's 100 codes are a lifetime total, not a monthly allowance; Business and Business Plus limits reset monthly.
- Cancelling keeps only the first 3 codes, 3 links and 1 page active; codes on a custom domain stop working.
- API access, bulk creation and team members start on Business at $39 a month.
- Zapier, Make, Shopify and Bubble integrations are listed as coming soon.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Hovercode?
The alternatives to Hovercode in this directory are Uniqode, QR Code Generator PRO, Flowcode, QRFY and QR TIGER. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Hovercode.
Is there a free alternative to Hovercode?
Yes. Uniqode, QR Code Generator PRO, Flowcode and QR TIGER have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Hovercode alternatives work on Android?
The Hovercode listing does not include an Android app. QR TIGER lists one.
When were these prices checked?
Every listing on this page was checked on Oct 23, 2026, against the pages it cites. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.