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QR-Hero vs HeyDock

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QR-Hero compared with HeyDock
DetailQR-Hero logo QR-HeroHeyDock logo HeyDock
What it doesFree dynamic QR code generator with real-time analytics and A/B testing A Mac Dock replacement that reshapes itself around what you're doing
StageStartup Not given
Founded2024 Not given
Based inUS Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingFree Plan: $0 with 2 dynamic QR codes, 50 scans/month, 24-hour analytics, codes expire after 14 days. Hero Plan: $19.00/month with unlimited QR codes, unlimited analytics, A/B testing, geo-targeting, bulk generation, PDF-to-QR, API access, team collaboration. Solo: $19 one-time for one Mac (was $19, now $9 with founding discount for first 500 buyers). Duo: $29 one-time for two Macs (was $29, now $19 with founding discount for first 500 buyers). Pro+ planned for v2 at $4 per month or $36 per year as optional add-on. Every 1.x update included. US dollars b
Key features
  • Dynamic QR Code Generation
  • Real-Time Scan Analytics
  • A/B Testing
  • Geo-Targeting & Location Routing
  • Device-Based Routing
  • Bulk QR Code Generation
  • PDF to QR Upload
  • REST API Access
  • Custom Domains
  • Team Collaboration
  • Task-based modes with custom apps, sites and widgets per mode
  • Stay-or-switch gate during Focus with friction-based pauses
  • On-device AI that judges whether apps and sites fit your current mode
  • Held notifications delivered as one digest when you switch modes
  • Session restore showing where you left off with notes on your work
  • 30 live widgets customizable per mode or desktop
  • Full macOS Dock replacement including Downloads, Trash and badges
  • Claude Code integration with cards when sessions finish
  • Browser extension for Chrome, Brave, Arc and Edge to gate sites
  • Twelve themes with four kinds of glass and mode wallpapers
What makes it different
  • Editable after printing, unlike static QR codes
  • Real-time tracking and A/B testing for QR code optimization
  • Supports multiple QR code types including WhatsApp and WiFi
  • Full REST API access without enterprise pricing
  • Free plan available with no credit card required
  • Friction instead of walls—pauses make drifting a choice, not traps
  • Privacy by default with on-device AI that never leaves your Mac
  • Pay once with no subscription for a native, lightweight app
  • Dock reshapes with your task instead of filtering by app
  • One-time purchase keeps working offline for up to 30 days
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)14 −2 (down) since last check6 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)42
Citation Flow (Majestic)196
Referring domains (Majestic)401

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