Why This Comparison Matters
Disclosure: Published by EZQR.
Uniqode (formerly Beaconstac) was once one of the more affordable QR platforms. After the Mobstac acquisition, prices doubled. The entry plan jumped from $5/mo to $7/mo. The mid-tier went from $15/mo to $49/mo. Existing customers were not grandfathered into old pricing. G2 and Reddit reviews document the backlash.
If you're evaluating Uniqode today, you're paying $49/mo (billed annually at $588/year) for their Pro plan. EZQR Pro is $10/mo, billed monthly. No annual commitment required. That's a $468/year difference for similar core features. Last verified: April 2026. We've been fair about Uniqode's strengths throughout.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | EZQR | Uniqode |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | Yes (unlimited static, 3 dynamic) | No |
| Entry price | $5/mo | $5/mo (at time of writing) |
| Free dynamic codes | 3 | N/A |
| Paid dynamic codes | 25–Unlimited (Max plan) | Unlimited (with plan) |
| QR types | 50+ | 20+ |
| Design presets | 22 presets, 10+ dot patterns | Custom (enterprise-grade) |
| Max DPI | 2000 | Standard |
| Scannability check | Yes (ISO/IEC 18004) | No |
| Team management | Full (5 members, roles, audit log, Max plan) | Advanced (roles, permissions, audit logs) |
| Integrations | None | 1,000+ (Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack) |
| Compliance | GDPR self-declaration, SSL/TLS | GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001 |
| Analytics | Advanced (unique views, geo, CSV export, Pro+) | Advanced (A/B testing, multi-touch) |
| Credit card to start | No | Yes |
| Annual billing required | No (monthly only) | Yes |
| Pricing transparency | Full | Requires sales call for enterprise |
| Time to first code | ~5 minutes | 30+ minutes |
Pricing Comparison
Uniqode requires annual billing on all plans. There is no monthly option. EZQR is monthly only.
| Plan | EZQR | Uniqode |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Unlimited static, 3 dynamic, no credit card | No free tier, credit card required |
| Entry (~$5–7/mo) | Lite: $5/mo, 25 dynamic, 30-day analytics | Personal: $7/mo (annual), limited codes |
| Mid (~$10–49/mo) | Pro: $10/mo, 100 dynamic, full analytics, Custom CSS | Pro: $49/mo annual ($588/yr), unlimited dynamic |
| Top | Max: $20/mo, unlimited dynamic, API, teams, bulk import | Business: $65+/mo annual, enterprise features |
Key Differences
Real free tier vs. credit card required: EZQR offers unlimited static codes and 3 dynamic codes without a signup. Uniqode has no free tier and requires a credit card to start. Many EZQR users stay on the free plan permanently.
Most Uniqode users pay $30–50+/mo: Uniqode's $5/mo tier doesn't include what most businesses actually need. Customers typically end up at $30–50+/mo once they configure the features they came for. EZQR's Pro at $10/mo covers what most SMBs need.
Uniqode wins on compliance and integrations: HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001 certifications and 1,000+ pre-built integrations (Salesforce, HubSpot, Slack). EZQR has GDPR self-declaration and SSL/TLS, but lacks paid compliance certifications. If you're in healthcare, finance, or government, Uniqode is the right call.
Scannability check is EZQR-only: EZQR validates codes against ISO/IEC 18004 before export. Catches broken codes before you print 5,000 copies. Uniqode doesn't offer this.
The rebrand didn't change the product: Beaconstac became Uniqode in 2024. Same product, new name, sharper enterprise focus. If you're reading old Beaconstac reviews from 2022–2023, they describe today's Uniqode.
Why Switch to EZQR
Tips
- Free tier with unlimited static codes and 3 dynamic codes — no credit card required
- Transparent pricing at $5, $10, and $20/mo — no hidden tiers, no sales call required
- Scannability validation catches broken codes before printing
- Generate your first code in under 5 minutes
- Monthly billing only — no annual lock-in or upfront commitment
How to Switch from Uniqode
Step 1 — Export your Uniqode data: Download your QR code list and destination URLs from the Uniqode dashboard.
Step 2 — Evaluate your needs: If you're paying for compliance certifications and integrations you actually use, stay on Uniqode. If you're a smaller operation paying for enterprise features you don't use, EZQR is likely a better fit.
Step 3 — Recreate in EZQR: Generate new QR codes with your content and apply branding using 22 design presets. Export and replace in your materials.
