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Kaywa alternatives
As of Nov 13, 2026, the best Kaywa 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.
Kaywa compared with 5 alternatives: QR Code Generator PRO, Uniqode, QR TIGER, Scanova and QRStuff.
Kaywa is a paid product, starting at $13.75 per month, billed annually. All 5 alternatives are free or have a free plan.
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At a glance
Price against what you get
Kaywa starts at $13.75 a month and scores 2.0 out of 4 on features, ease of use and platforms. 4 of the 5 alternatives on this chart score higher and start lower: Uniqode, QR TIGER, Scanova and QRStuff.
QR Code Generator PRO starts 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 Kaywa
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 has a free plan, which Kaywa lacks.
- QR Code Generator PRO does not cover reports, which Kaywa does.
Suits: Small businesses that need a handful of editable codes for print
Uniqode
Dynamic QR codes and digital business cards for marketing teams
- Uniqode starts at $9 per month, billed annually (Essential).
- Uniqode has a free plan, which Kaywa lacks.
- Uniqode also lists an iOS app.
- Uniqode also covers forms and digital business card.
- Uniqode does not cover reports, which Kaywa does.
Suits: Marketing teams putting editable codes on packaging, print and signage
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 has a free plan, which Kaywa lacks.
- QR TIGER also lists iOS and Android apps.
- QR TIGER does not cover reports, which Kaywa does.
Suits: Individuals who want a few dynamic codes free or one cheap monthly plan
Scanova
Dynamic QR codes with landing pages, lead capture and scan analytics
- Scanova starts at $5 per month, billed annually (Basic).
- Scanova has a free plan, which Kaywa lacks.
- Scanova does not cover reports, which Kaywa does.
Suits: Small businesses that need a few dynamic codes with landing pages
QRStuff
QR code generator with free static codes and paid dynamic codes
- QRStuff starts at $100 per year (Lite Suite, $10 billed monthly).
- QRStuff has a free plan, which Kaywa lacks.
- QRStuff also covers digital business card.
Suits: People who only need a free static QR code with no sign-up
Limits worth knowing in Kaywa
- The pricing page shows no free plan, although the site title calls it a free generator.
- The page says users must now be verified before creating codes, because of misuse of the free service.
- Plans are capped by dynamic code count: 5, 50, 250 or 500; more than 500 means contacting sales.
- The page marks custom-made design codes with an asterisk; the footnote could not be read in the page text.
Common questions
What are the alternatives to Kaywa?
The alternatives to Kaywa in this directory are QR Code Generator PRO, Uniqode, QR TIGER, Scanova and QRStuff. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Kaywa.
Is there a free alternative to Kaywa?
Yes. QR Code Generator PRO, Uniqode, QR TIGER, Scanova and QRStuff have a free plan alongside paid ones.
Which Kaywa alternatives work on Android?
The Kaywa listing does not include an Android app. QR TIGER lists one.
Which Kaywa alternatives work on iOS?
The Kaywa listing does not include an iOS app. Uniqode and QR TIGER list one.
When were these prices checked?
Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 23, 2026 to Nov 13, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.