Linq Alternative
Linq gives you one card. We give you 50–250.
Linq sells a single NFC card with a monthly subscription. We print a full stack of real business cards with QR codes — pay once, no ongoing fees.
Linq
Linq offers NFC tap-to-share cards starting at $19.99 for a single card. Their Pro plan is $4.99/month for analytics, custom branding, and team features. You get one NFC card and a monthly bill that adds up over time.
QR Business Cards
For $39.99, you get 50 premium printed business cards — each with a QR code linking to your free digital profile. No subscription, no app required. Hand them out at events, leave them at front desks, slip them into thank-you notes.
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Feature | Linq | QR Business Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Physical cards | 1 NFC card ($19.99) | 50–250 printed cards ($39.99–$149.99) |
| Monthly fee | $4.99/mo (Pro) | $0 — forever |
| Year 1 cost | $79+ | $39.99–$149.99 one-time |
| Cards you can hand out | 0 (NFC requires proximity) | 50–250 real business cards |
| App required | Yes | No |
| Works on all phones | NFC only | QR code — universal |
| Free digital profile | Limited free tier | Full profile, free forever |
The bottom line
Linq is designed for tap-to-share NFC interactions. QR Business Cards is for people who want real cards they can hand out, leave behind, and distribute — without a monthly fee.
Our pricing
Free profile. Pay only for printed cards. Free shipping included.
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