Bitly Alternative
Looking for an alternative to Bitly for your QR codes and short links? Look no further than Hovercode
Bitly pioneered short links and continues to innovate with them as well as QR codes and micro landing pages. They are a good fit for many businesses, but there are some differences between them and Hovercode that you should consider when choosing the right solution for your needs.
Key Differences
- Focus: Hovercode primarily focuses on dynamic QR codes, while Bitly specializes in short links.
- Company Size: Hovercode is a smaller, newer company (2022) based in the UK with servers hosted in the EU. Bitly is a larger, more established company with a longer history in the industry.
- Flexibility: Hovercode offers more versatility in QR code and short link types (PDF, vCard etc)
We serve thousands of customers of all sizes, but if you need to go with a more established product or you need to manage hundreds of thousands of short links and QR codes are not a priority for you, Bitly is clearly your best bet
Pricing Comparison
Both Bitly and Hovercode offer generous free plans which let you explore without needing to spend a dime. For a fair comparison, we'll look at the annual prices of the lowest paid plans:
Bitly's Lowest Paid Plan
- 5 QR codes per month
- 100 short links per month
- 3 micro landing pages per month
- 30 days of tracking data
Hovercode's Lowest Paid Plan
- 100 dynamic QR codes or short links in total
- 5 micro landing pages in total
- 12 months of tracking history
- Custom domain included
On our higher plans, we offer monthly limits rather than total limits, and they are all higher than the limits on Bitly's plans, providing better value. Additionally, you get team management and collaboration features for less with Hovercode.
Feature Comparison
Hovercode Advantages
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Static QR code creation
Create unlimited static QR codes
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Multiple workspaces
Ideal for agencies managing QR codes for multiple clients
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GPS option
Get more accurate location details for both QR codes and short links
Bitly Advantages
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Integrated UTM builder
Built-in tool for creating UTM parameters for better tracking (we have a less integrated option and are working on making it more integrated)
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More QR code download options
Download QR codes in JPEG, PNG, and SVG formats. We support only PNG and SVG
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Powerful micro landing page builder
Create more complex landing pages with features like video embedding
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More integrations
Connect with a wider range of tools, including Zapier.
While our features are well-matched, the differences highlighted above may help you decide which product is the best fit for your needs.