QRmkr vs Unitag
Unitag sells design depth. QRmkr sells the code still working next year.
Unitag is a design-forward QR platform with a long history in Europe and a strong customisation story - shapes, colours, embedded artwork. If the code is a brand asset that a designer will fuss over, that depth is the point. QRmkr styles codes too, but treats styling as something to keep on the right side of scannable rather than as the product. The rest of the product is aimed at the small business that prints once and needs to change the destination later.
QRmkr vs Unitag at a glance
| Feature | QRmkr | Unitag |
|---|---|---|
| Free static QR codes | Free forever, never expire | Available |
| Editable (dynamic) codes | Yes - edit destination after printing | On paid plans |
| Design customisation | Colour, logo, scannability preview | Deep - shapes, artwork, templates |
| Scan analytics | Real-time scans: time, device, location | Included on paid tiers |
| Pricing model | Flat $12/mo or $96/yr - self-serve | Tiered, scales to agency |
| Time to first code | Seconds, self-serve | Self-serve to sales-assisted |
| Scannability warnings | Live preview as you style | Design-led |
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.
Animated
When Unitag is the better pick
Brands and agencies who want the code to be a designed object, with template systems and deep visual control, and who have someone whose job that is.
When QRmkr is the better pick
Small and mid-size businesses who want a clean branded code, a price they can predict, and the confidence that it still scans off a laminated menu.
Why teams pick QRmkr
Styling with a safety rail
The design studio previews scannability as you edit, so you can see the moment contrast or logo size starts costing you scans.
Flat price
One Pro price for unlimited dynamic codes and full analytics. No agency tier.
Self-serve end to end
Sign up and ship a code in under a minute. No demo, no onboarding call.
Looking for a Unitag alternative?
QRmkr is a focused Unitag 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. Choose Unitag when the code is a designed brand asset. Choose QRmkr when it is a working piece of print infrastructure that has to stay editable and cheap.
FAQ
Is QRmkr as customisable as Unitag?
No, and deliberately. QRmkr offers colour, logo and pattern styling with a live scannability check. Unitag goes further into shapes and artwork. If deep visual design is the requirement, Unitag is the better tool.
Can I still get a branded code on QRmkr?
Yes. Colours are free on every plan, and logo and branded codes are part of Pro.
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.
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