Blinq is a popular digital business card app with iPhone and Android apps, a free plan, and paid plans for individuals and businesses. Here's how it compares with Linq, and when each one is the better choice.
At a glance
| Feature | Linq | Blinq |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes: 1 card with a link and QR code, two-way contact exchange, QR contact scanning with follow-up reminders, an email signature, a video call background and 7-day insights | Yes: up to 2 cards, unlimited sharing, QR code, Apple and Google Wallet |
| Paid plan for one person | Pro: $5.99/month, billed monthly, cancel anytime | Premium: $9.99/month, or $7.33/month billed annually |
| Teams | In Pro: 3 seats included, then $2.99/month per extra member, no minimum | Business: $6.99 per user/month, or $4.99 billed annually, 5-card minimum |
| Where you manage your card | In any browser on your phone or computer, with nothing to install | iPhone and Android apps |
| NFC cards | Design a Linq NFC card in the app; orders open country by country | NFC cards sold as an accessory |
Blinq details from its website on . Prices and plans change, so check their site for the latest.
The verdict
Choose Blinq if you want native apps and Wallet passes, or if your company needs CRM integrations and admin controls. Choose Linq if you want a free card with a built-in contact inbox, a lower monthly price for Pro, and team pricing that doesn't charge per seat.
The quickest way to decide is to try it: a Linq card takes about two minutes to make, and it's free.
Yes. Linq's Free plan gives you a digital business card with its own link and QR code, one-tap save contact and a Stay in touch form, for as long as you like. Linq Pro, at $5.99 a month, adds more cards, teams, full insights and a custom card link.
For one person, Linq Pro is $5.99 a month billed monthly; Blinq Premium is $9.99 billed monthly or $7.33 a month billed annually. For teams, Blinq Business is priced per user, while Linq Pro includes a team of 3 and each extra member is $2.99 a month. Both have a free plan.
Yes. Create a free Linq account, copy your details, photo and links into the card editor, and publish. It takes about two minutes. Then replace your old link or QR code wherever you've shared it, such as your email signature and social profiles.
No. Your card is a web page, so it opens in any browser when someone scans your QR code or taps your link, on iPhone, Android or a computer. They can save your details to their contacts in one tap.
Create your free digital business card in two minutes. No app to install, and no payment details needed.