Dead Simple QR vs QRFY
QRFY gives you 7 days to try it out. Then your codes stop working.
Feature comparison
How the features stack up
| Feature | Dead Simple QR | QRFY |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic QR codes | Up to 250 | Trial only, then paid |
| Scan analytics | ||
| Custom design & themes | Basic templates | |
| Logo embedding | Pro+ | Paid plans only |
| Honest monthly pricing | From $0 | |
| Codes survive cancellation | ||
| Permanent free tier | ||
| No credit card required | Trial only | |
| Analytics retention | Up to 1 year | Unclear |
| Short redirect URLs | dsqr.io | qrfy.com |
Pricing
What you actually pay
Dead Simple QR
From $0/mo
Free forever, no credit card. Pro at $9/mo, Business at $24/mo. Monthly means monthly — you see the price, you pay that price, and you can cancel anytime.
Start freeQRFY
Free 7-day trial, then paid tiers
No permanent free tier. After the 7-day trial, you either pay or your codes stop redirecting.
Codes created during the trial deactivate when it ends. If you printed anything during that week, those links are dead on paper you can't take back.
Watch out for these patterns
· Trial codes deactivate when the 7-day period ends, breaking any printed materials that used them
· No permanent free tier creates artificial urgency to convert before your codes go dark
Common frustrations
Real issues with QRFY
The 7-day trial lets you create codes and start using them. Then the trial ends, and every code you created stops working. If you printed a flyer during that week, you now have a dead link on paper you can't un-print.
There's no permanent free tier. Not even a limited one. Once the trial clock runs out, your only options are paying or walking away from everything you built.
The site is clean enough but generic. It looks like a well-executed template, and nothing about it tells you what makes QRFY different from the dozens of other QR generators out there.
The design tools are functional but basic. You won't end up with QR codes that feel like they belong to your brand.
Switching from QRFY?
Existing QR codes can't be transferred between platforms — they're tied to the provider's redirect infrastructure. You'll create new codes with Dead Simple QR. The difference is that these new codes will never stop working, even if you cancel.
Frequently asked
Common questions
Does QRFY deactivate codes when you cancel?
Yes. If you cancel your subscription or let your trial expire, QRFY deactivates your dynamic QR codes. Any printed materials using those codes will stop working. With Dead Simple QR, your codes keep working forever — even after cancellation.
How much does QRFY actually cost?
No permanent free tier. After the 7-day trial, you either pay or your codes stop redirecting. Dead Simple QR starts at $0 forever, and Pro is $9/mo billed monthly.
Can I transfer my existing QR codes to Dead Simple QR?
Dynamic QR codes are tied to the platform that created them and can't be transferred. You'll create new codes with Dead Simple QR — and unlike your old ones, they'll keep working no matter what.
What's the difference between Dead Simple QR and QRFY?
Both offer dynamic QR codes with scan analytics. The core differences are pricing transparency, code permanence after cancellation, and a permanent free tier with no credit card required.
Is Dead Simple QR really free?
The free tier is permanent — no trial period, no credit card required. You get up to 5 dynamic QR codes with scan analytics. Pro ($9/mo) and Business ($24/mo) unlock more codes, custom branding, and longer analytics retention.
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QRFY is a newer, growing player in the QR space with an increasing search presence. They deserve credit for proving there's room for new entrants, and their numbered step flow is good UX. But they're following the same trial-to-deactivation playbook as established competitors instead of charting a different course.
Ready to try something simpler?
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