No scan cap. No silent failure.
QR TIGER's free codes stop redirecting after a scan limit. Whooshly's don't stop, because there's no meter to run out.
Whooshly is a good QR TIGER alternative if you've been caught by a scan limit or want dynamic codes without a monthly plan. One payment covers dynamic QR codes whose scans are never capped or charged, plus short links, a UTM builder, and digital cards. QR TIGER is a solid, widely used generator with good design options; the thing to watch is that free dynamic codes carry a scan ceiling, and a printed code that hits it fails without any visible warning.
| Feature | Whooshly | QR TIGER |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $35 once | $7+/mo |
| Scan cap on free codes | 500 per code | |
| Scans never capped or charged | Paid tier | |
| Codes survive cancellation | Nothing to cancel | Subscription-bound |
| Short links included | ||
| UTM builder | ||
| Digital cards | Code type |
Comparison based on each vendor's publicly listed plans, checked August 2026. Prices change often — verify against the vendor's own pricing page before deciding.
What QR TIGER costs to stand still.
At about $7/mo, QR TIGER runs roughly $84 a year and $252 over three years, and you still don't own it. Whooshly's Core is $35, paid once.
It's not just the price.
A code that takes off doesn't go dark at a threshold.
Nothing about your code changes behind your back after printing.
Short links, UTM, and digital cards included.
When QR TIGER is the better pick.
QR TIGER is a capable generator with strong design customisation, a wide set of code types, and a well-known brand in the space. Its paid plans are reasonably priced, and for teams already happy on a subscription it does the job well.
Pick QR TIGER if you want its specific design and code-type range and a low monthly plan suits you better than owning the tool outright.
How to move from QR TIGER to Whooshly.
Download your link list, destinations, slugs, and tags, from QR TIGER as a CSV.
Paste your destinations and claim the same custom endings where they're free. Add QR codes and UTM tags in the same place.
Update the links in your posts and campaigns, or connect the custom domain included with Core so links keep the same host.
If that trade-off fits the way you work, explore Whooshly's dynamic QR codes, then see exactly what the $35 one-time plan includes.
Whooshly vs QR TIGER – FAQ
What happens when a QR TIGER free code hits its scan limit?
QR TIGER's own site states that the free plan gives three dynamic QR codes with a 500-scan limit each. Past that, the code stops resolving unless you upgrade. This is the worst failure mode in print, because nothing on the physical asset warns you: the code looks perfect and simply doesn't work. Whooshly does not meter scans on any tier.
Is there a QR code generator with no scan limit?
Yes. Whooshly's dynamic codes have no scan cap on the free tier or the one-time Core, only a cap on how many tracked links and codes a free account can create (three). Buy the Core once and that cap lifts too.
Why did my printed QR code stop working?
Usually one of three things: the dynamic code hit a scan cap, the subscription behind it lapsed, or the destination URL itself moved. The first two are decisions the platform made; only the third is yours. It's the reason it's worth knowing who serves your redirect before a print run, not after.
Can I track scans without paying monthly?
Yes. Scan counts by day, country, device, and referrer are part of the one-time Core, with a 120-day analytics window. Business keeps a year and optional Pro keeps your full history, and nothing about your codes changes if you never upgrade.
Is Whooshly cheaper than QR TIGER?
Past about seven months, yes, and permanently after that. QR TIGER's plans start around $7/mo (~$84/yr); Whooshly's Core is a one-time $35 that also brings short links, UTM tagging, and digital cards.
Switch from QR TIGER. Pay once.
Bring your links, own your data, and never see a renewal email again.