QuikQR vs Uniqode (formerly Beaconstac): Pricing & Feature Comparison 2026
Reviewed by the QuikQR team · Prices checked 4 October 2026 · Next check due 2 January 2027
A detailed comparison of QuikQR and Uniqode, the QR platform formerly known as Beaconstac, covering plan pricing, dynamic code limits, analytics history, and trials.
QuikQR offers one free static QR code and dynamic plans from £4.99/month with a 4-day free trial — compared below with Uniqode.
Payment details are required. You will not be charged during the 4-day trial. Billing starts automatically when the trial ends unless you cancel first.
QuikQR vs Uniqode: Feature Comparison
| Feature | QuikQR | Uniqode |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | 1 static QR code with a free account | None |
| Free trial | 4-day free trial on dynamic plans | 14-day trial |
| Entry paid plan | Dynamic Starter: £4.99/month, billed monthly | Essential: US$9/month, billed annually |
| Billing options | Monthly or yearly (£39.99/year on Dynamic Starter); one-time static packs | annual |
| Dynamic codes at entry plan | 5 | 15 |
| Scan analytics | Yes, on dynamic plans | Yes |
| Analytics history (entry plan) | 90 days | 60 days (Essential) |
| Bulk creation | No | Not published |
| API | No | Not published |
| One-time purchase | Yes (Static Plus, £3.99) | Not published |
| Static codes expire | No subscription expiry | Not published |
| Pricing page | quikqr.app/pricing | uniqode.com/pricing |
Uniqode plans and prices
| Uniqode plan | Price (USD) | Dynamic codes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | US$9/month, billed annually | 15 | 60 days of analytics |
| Core | US$49/month, billed annually | 250 | 90 days of analytics |
| Plus | US$99/month, billed annually | 500 | 180 days of analytics |
| Business+ | US$399/month, billed annually | 2000 | lifetime analytics |
Our Verdict
Uniqode (formerly Beaconstac) starts at US$9/month billed yearly for 15 dynamic codes with 60 days of analytics, scaling to 2,000 codes, after a 14-day trial; it has no free plan. QuikQR starts at £4.99/month for 5 dynamic codes with a 4-day free trial, and adds one free static QR code and one-time static packs.
Which QR Code Generator Is Right for You?
Choose QuikQR if:
You want trackable QR codes with analytics at clear, affordable pricing. Ideal for small businesses, freelancers, restaurants, and anyone who wants a free static code or budget-friendly dynamic plans.
Choose Uniqode if:
You run campaigns across a team and want plans from 15 to 2,000 dynamic codes, with longer analytics history on higher tiers. Essential is US$9/month billed yearly for 15 dynamic codes.
Sources & Last Reviewed
Reviewed by the QuikQR team on 4 October 2026. Competitor prices are as published on each provider's pricing page, in its own currency, and may have changed since.
- QuikQR pricing page
- Uniqode pricing page (checked 4 October 2026)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which QR code generator is cheapest?
It depends on what you need. For static codes only, QRCode Monkey and Adobe Express are free. For dynamic codes, Scanova starts at US$5/month (annual only, 3 codes) and QR Tiger at US$7/month (12 codes), as published on their pricing pages. QuikQR starts at £4.99/month for 5 dynamic codes with a 4-day free trial, plus one free static QR code and one-time static packs.
Do I need a subscription for trackable QR codes?
Yes — trackable (dynamic) QR codes require a subscription. QuikQR dynamic plans start at £4.99/month with a 4-day free trial. Your first static QR code is free, and static packs are one-time purchases.
What features does QuikQR include?
QuikQR includes trackable QR codes, scan analytics with device/browser/country filtering, QR Style Studio for customisation, and unlimited scans. The free static code comes with a high-res PNG download. Dynamic plans add editable links and advanced analytics.
Can I switch from another tool to QuikQR?
Yes. You can create new QR codes with QuikQR at any time. Simply generate new QR codes pointing to the same destination URLs and replace the printed codes. Your new QuikQR codes will include analytics.