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QRSurge compared with Chalk
DetailQRSurge logo QRSurgeChalk logo Chalk
What it doesGenerate custom QR codes that don't expire A native macOS drawing app for quick sketches, screenshot markup, and AI-generated diagrams
StageStartup Not given
Founded2024 Not given
Based inUS Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Freemium
PricingFree: 3 dynamic QR codes, unlimited static QR codes, 7 days analytics history, basic support. Starter: $7/month or $84/year includes 20 dynamic QR codes, 90 days analytics, bulk create 20 codes. Pro: $19/month or $228/year includes unlimited dynamic QR codes, 180 days analytics, 1 custom domain, bul Free: $0 forever, includes all drawing tools, unlimited sketches in one folder, copy to clipboard as PNG, and auto-save with local-first storage. Pro: coming soon.
Key features
  • Unlimited static QR codes (free)
  • Dynamic QR codes with editing
  • Full QR code customization (colors, styles, shapes, logo)
  • Scan analytics and tracking
  • Bulk QR code generation (20-300 codes per tier)
  • Custom domain branding (Pro and above)
  • Smart redirect rules (device, location, time-based)
  • Team collaboration and role-based access
  • High-resolution downloads (SVG, PNG, JPG, WEBP)
  • No expiration on QR codes
  • Instant copy-to-clipboard as PNG
  • No accounts or setup required
  • Local-first storage with auto-save
  • Screenshot annotation with arrows, boxes, text, and freehand tools
  • AI diagram generation via Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, and VS Code
  • Refine diagrams through chat
  • Paste screenshot from clipboard
  • Unlimited sketches in one folder
  • Native macOS performance
  • All drawing tools included in free version
What makes it different
  • QR codes that never expire, even after printing
  • Free to use with no credit card required
  • Professional customization without signup required
  • Privacy-first approach with no data reselling
  • Affordable transparent pricing with no hidden costs
  • Zero-friction design: open, draw, and share in seconds with no setup or accounts
  • Local-first architecture: all sketches stay on your Mac, nothing leaves unless you ask
  • AI integration runs through your own subscription with no proxying of prompts
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)10 +2 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)160
Citation Flow (Majestic)2224
Referring domains (Majestic)2646

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