Dead Simple QR vs Flowcode
Flowcode powers QR codes for Samsung and the NFL. It also charges $250/mo for its Growth plan. Dead Simple QR gives you the same core features for $9.
Feature comparison
How the features stack up
| Feature | Dead Simple QR | Flowcode |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic QR codes | Up to 250 | 2 (Free) / Unlimited (Growth) |
| Scan analytics | Basic (Pro) / Full (Growth) | |
| Custom design & themes | ||
| Logo embedding | Pro+ | Pro+ |
| Honest monthly pricing | From $0 | $250/mo (Growth) |
| Codes survive cancellation | Unclear | |
| Permanent free tier | 2 codes, Flowcode-branded | |
| No credit card required | ||
| Analytics retention | Up to 1 year | Plan-dependent |
| Short redirect URLs | dsqr.io | flowcode.com links |
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 freeFlowcode
Free (2 codes), Pro $100/yr, Growth $250/mo, Enterprise custom
The free tier gives you 2 codes with Flowcode branding. Pro at $100/yr adds basics, but full analytics and bulk features require the $250/mo Growth plan.
The jump from Pro ($100/yr) to Growth ($250/mo) is enormous. There's no middle ground. If you outgrow the basics, your next option costs 30x more per year.
Watch out for these patterns
· The free tier's 2-code limit with mandatory Flowcode branding works more as lead generation than a usable product.
· The pricing gap between Pro ($100/yr) and Growth ($250/mo) forces users into either an underpowered plan or a massive spend with no middle option.
Common frustrations
Real issues with Flowcode
The Growth plan costs $250/mo. That's 27 times what Dead Simple QR's Pro plan costs for comparable dynamic QR code features and scan analytics.
The free tier gives you 2 codes with Flowcode's branding baked in. It works as a quick demo, but it's not a plan you can actually build on.
Everything about Flowcode's positioning, from the Super Bowl ads to the Samsung partnership, signals that it's built for Fortune 500 budgets. Small businesses and solo creators aren't really the audience.
The pricing cliff between Pro ($100/yr) and Growth ($250/mo) is steep. If you outgrow the basics, your next step costs 30x more with nothing in between.
Switching from Flowcode?
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
How much does Flowcode actually cost?
The free tier gives you 2 codes with Flowcode branding. Pro at $100/yr adds basics, but full analytics and bulk features require the $250/mo Growth plan. 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 Flowcode?
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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Flowcode has significant brand recognition through high-profile partnerships with Samsung, the NFL, and L'Oreal, plus Super Bowl ad placements. Their design and presentation are genuinely premium. The gap is accessibility: their pricing puts the full product out of reach for most small businesses.
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