GS1 Digital Link Comparison

QRbolt vs Digital Link

Compare GS1 Digital Link code solutions. See how QRbolt's integrated platform offers better value, unified analytics, and seamless scaling for your business.

Integrated Platform

GS1 codes work seamlessly with your existing QRbolt account. No separate platform or account needed.

Unified Analytics

Track GS1 and standard QR codes in one dashboard. Get comprehensive insights across all your QR code campaigns.

Better Value at Scale

Save 45-57% compared to Digital Link at higher tiers. Get more codes for less with our competitive pricing.

Pricing Comparison

All prices shown in CAD. Digital Link prices converted from USD at 1.38 CAD per USD (December 2025 exchange rate). Digital Link offers discounts for annual billing.

QRbolt

Best Value

GS1 addon pricing (requires Starter plan $12 CAD/month minimum)

Starter$19 CAD/month

50 GS1 codes

Total: $31 CAD/month (with base plan)

Growth$29 CAD/month

100 GS1 codes

Total: $41 CAD/month (with base plan)

Business$49 CAD/month

1,000 GS1 codes

Total: $61 CAD/month (with base plan)

45% savings vs Digital Link annual billing
Professional$150 CAD/month

10,000 GS1 codes

Total: $162 CAD/month (with base plan)

41% savings vs Digital Link annual billing

Digital Link

Standalone GS1 service (no base plan required)

Lite$20.70 CAD/month*

100 GS1 codes

*When billed annually ($15 USD/month). $27.60 CAD/month when billed monthly ($20 USD/month)

Essential$110.40 CAD/month*

1,000 GS1 codes

*When billed annually ($80 USD/month). $138.00 CAD/month when billed monthly ($100 USD/month)

Growth$276.00 CAD/month*

10,000 GS1 codes

*When billed annually ($200 USD/month). $345.00 CAD/month when billed monthly ($250 USD/month)

Note: QRbolt pricing includes access to the full QRbolt platform with standard QR code features, analytics, and team collaboration tools. Digital Link is a standalone GS1 service.

Digital Link Pricing: Prices shown are monthly rates when billed annually (discounted). Monthly billing is higher. All prices converted from USD to CAD at 1.38 CAD per USD.

Feature Comparison

FeatureQRboltDigital Link
GS1 Digital Link Codes
Integrated Platform
Unified Analytics Dashboard
Standard QR Code Features
Team Collaboration
API AccessLimited
Flexible Scaling
Standalone Service

Why Choose QRbolt for GS1 Digital Link Codes?

Integrated Platform Benefits

Add GS1 codes to your existing QRbolt account without managing a separate platform. All your QR codes—standard and GS1—work together in one unified dashboard.

  • No separate account or login required
  • Unified analytics across all QR code types
  • Single billing and subscription management

Significant Cost Savings

At scale, QRbolt offers substantial savings compared to Digital Link, especially for businesses needing 1,000+ codes.

  • 45% cheaper at 1,000 codes tier (vs Digital Link annual billing)
  • 41% cheaper at 10,000 codes tier (vs Digital Link annual billing)
  • 53% cheaper at 10,000 codes tier (vs Digital Link monthly billing)
  • Better cost per code at all tiers

Comprehensive Analytics

Get detailed insights into your GS1 code performance alongside your standard QR codes, all in one place.

  • Real-time scan tracking and analytics
  • Geographic and device analytics
  • Exportable reports and data

Team Collaboration

Built for businesses with team collaboration features that Digital Link doesn't offer.

  • Multi-user accounts with role-based access
  • Organization-wide QR code management
  • Shared workspaces and permissions

Ready to Switch to QRbolt?

Join businesses that choose QRbolt for integrated GS1 solutions, better value, and comprehensive analytics.