QRmkr vs GoQR.me
GoQR.me is excellent at the thing it does. The thing it does is static codes.
GoQR.me is a fast, no-nonsense free generator with a long-standing reputation and a simple API. For a static code you need right now, it is hard to beat and there is no reason to look elsewhere. The gap opens the moment the code goes onto something printed: a static code's destination is fixed forever, and nothing about a scan is measurable. That is the whole reason QRmkr exists, and it is the only honest basis for comparing the two.
QRmkr vs GoQR.me at a glance
| Feature | QRmkr | GoQR.me |
|---|---|---|
| Free static QR codes | Free forever, never expire | Free, fast, no account |
| Editable (dynamic) codes | Yes - edit destination after printing | Not the focus |
| Scan analytics | Real-time scans: time, device, location | Not the focus |
| Speed to a static code | Seconds, no account | Seconds, no account |
| API | Yes, on Pro | Simple image API |
| Branded / logo codes | Logo & branded codes included on Pro | Basic styling |
| Price for static | Free forever | Free |
QRmkr details match our pricing page. Comparison reflects general product positioning and may change; check each provider's site for current details.
Make a QR code right here, free
No sign-up, no email, no watermark. Pick a type, paste your link, and download it as a PNG or SVG - the code never expires.
Design & brandingcolors · logo · frames
Center logos use 30% error correction so the code still scans.
Want to edit or track this?
This makes a static code (permanent). Create a free account for dynamic codes you can edit after printing, with scan analytics.
Make it dynamic →Free forever · No watermark · Never expires
Or make it art. Same code, still scans.
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When GoQR.me is the better pick
Anyone who wants a static code in five seconds with no signup, or a dead-simple image API to drop a code into a page or a script.
When QRmkr is the better pick
Anyone whose code is going to print and whose destination might move: menus, packaging, signage, event material. Also anyone who needs to prove the code was scanned.
Why teams pick QRmkr
The destination stays editable
A printed static code is a permanent commitment to a URL. A dynamic code is a commitment to a redirect you own.
Every scan is measured
Time, device and rough location per scan, so a placement can be judged rather than guessed at.
Static is still free here
You do not have to give up the fast free path to get the dynamic one - unlimited static codes are free forever on QRmkr too.
Looking for a GoQR.me alternative?
QRmkr is a focused GoQR.me alternative for businesses that print: create a free code, upgrade to a dynamic one you can edit after printing, and watch every scan roll in. Use GoQR.me for a quick static code or a simple image API. Use QRmkr when the code needs to outlive the link behind it.
FAQ
Should I stop using GoQR.me?
Not necessarily. For a throwaway static code it is fine. Switch when the code goes somewhere expensive to reprint, or when you need to know how often it was scanned.
Can I make a static code on QRmkr without an account?
Yes. The generator runs in your browser and you can download PNG or SVG without signing up. An account is only needed for dynamic codes, which have to live somewhere to stay editable.
Can I change where the QR code points after printing?
Yes - with a dynamic QR code. It encodes a short redirect link, so you can update the destination anytime from your dashboard and every printed copy instantly points to the new URL. Static codes encode the destination directly and can't be changed.
Do these QR codes expire?
No. Static QR codes are free forever and never expire - they encode your destination directly and don't depend on our servers. Dynamic codes keep working as long as your account is active, and you can pause or re-point them whenever you like.
Can I track how many people scan it?
Yes. Dynamic QR codes come with real-time scan analytics: total scans plus device, location, and time-of-day breakdowns, so you can see exactly which placement is working. Scan tracking is part of the Pro plan.
Is there a watermark on the QR code?
No. Every QR code you create - free or paid - is watermark-free and downloadable as a crisp PNG or scalable SVG, ready for print at any size.
Do I need an app to scan the code?
No. Every modern iPhone and Android camera scans QR codes natively - just point the camera at the code and tap the link that appears. No special app required.
What's the difference between a static and a dynamic QR code?
A static code encodes your destination directly into the pattern, so it works forever without any server but can never be changed. A dynamic code encodes a short redirect we host, so the printed pattern stays the same while you edit where it goes - and every scan gets logged.
How small can I print a QR code?
As a rule of thumb a code scans from about ten times its own width, so a 2 x 2 cm code reads comfortably at arm's length. Keep dark modules on a light background, leave a clear white margin around the code, and test-scan the final print before you order a run.
Can I put my logo in the middle of the code?
Yes, on Pro. QR codes carry enough error correction to survive a logo in the centre, and the design studio previews scannability as you go so you can see when a logo is getting too large.
What happens to my codes if I stop paying?
Your static codes are unaffected - they never depended on our servers in the first place. Dynamic codes rely on the redirect layer, so plan printed campaigns with that in mind.
Is it really free to start?
Yes. Unlimited static QR codes cost nothing, need no card, and carry no watermark. One dynamic code is included free so you can try editing a destination before deciding whether Pro is worth it.
Before you print it
If the code you are about to print may ever need to point somewhere else, create it as a dynamic QR code you can edit after printing. The printed pattern never changes; only the destination behind it does. It also means you can track every scan by day, device, and location and see which placement actually worked.
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