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QRmkr vs SmartPlot

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QRmkr compared with SmartPlot
DetailQRmkr logo QRmkr SmartPlot
What it doesDynamic QR codes you can edit after you print them Desktop scientific plotting and data analysis software for researchers
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Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: unlimited static QR codes forever. Pro: $12/month or $8/month billed yearly ($96/year). Business: $39/month or $32/month billed yearly ($384/year). Free version available. SmartPlot Plus: 1 person $8, 2 people $7 each, 3+ people $6 each. One-time purchase, does not expire, supports up to 3 active devices per license. Each Plus License includes 50,000 S points per month for AI usage.
Key features
  • Edit destination after printing without reprinting
  • Real-time scan analytics by time, location and device
  • Free static QR codes that never expire
  • AI Art QR codes
  • Animated QR codes
  • Custom colors, logo and frames
  • Team collaboration with up to 5 members
  • API access for developers
  • CSV export of scan data
  • No watermarks or expiry dates
  • Data import from CSV, TXT, and other formats
  • Advanced analysis tools including baseline correction, peak fitting, and curve fitting
  • Figure composition tool for combining plots and images
  • Editable flowcharts with BPMN and UML shapes
  • In-app AI Smart Panel for analyzing data through conversation
  • Export to PDF, SVG, PNG, JPG, TIFF, and PPTX formats
  • Customizable color palettes and gradient colors
  • Workflow template recording and reuse
  • Bilingual interface supporting English and Chinese
What makes it different
  • Static codes are truly free forever with no expiry or tricks—they encode the URL directly and work independently of the company's servers
  • Change a printed code's destination instantly from the dashboard without reprinting
  • No per-scan fees or usage limits—one flat monthly price covers unlimited scans
  • AI Art generates working QR codes that look like custom artwork
  • Animated QR codes with motion that still scan on every frame
  • Desktop application with local data processing for secure research data handling
  • In-app AI integration through MCP protocol for editing plots through conversation
  • Reusable workflow templates that record and automate repetitive analysis steps
  • Figure composer for precise multi-panel layouts with aligned plot areas
  • Support for Windows, macOS, and Linux beta platforms
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)16 −1 (down) since last check1 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)46
Citation Flow (Majestic)1416
Referring domains (Majestic)546

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