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Online Ruler vs QR Code Spot

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Online Ruler compared with QR Code Spot
DetailOnline Ruler logo Online RulerQR Code Spot logo QR Code Spot
What it doesMeasure anything on your screen with pixel-perfect accuracy Free QR code generator with editable codes and scan analytics
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Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free plan: 10 editable codes, unlimited static codes and scans, 5 destination changes per month, 7 days analytics. Starter: $4/month billed annually ($5 monthly), 50 editable codes, unlimited changes, 90 days analytics. Growth: $9/month billed annually ($12 monthly), 300 editable codes, lifetime ana
Key features
  • Smart Auto-Detect identifies your device from a database of 100+ profiles
  • Three calibration methods: auto-detect, screen diagonal, and credit card
  • Place rulers on any edge of the screen in any combination
  • Click-to-measure distances in any direction
  • Live cursor position tracking
  • Dark mode with automatic system preference detection
  • Support for four measurement units: cm, mm, inches, and pixels
  • Static QR codes that never expire
  • Editable codes changeable after printing
  • Scan tracking and analytics
  • Logo and custom designs
  • Multiple QR code types including Wi-Fi, WhatsApp, payments
  • QR Studio for badge-style code designs
  • Bulk code generation from spreadsheets
  • Print-ready file formats
  • No signup required for basic codes
What makes it different
  • No installation required—runs entirely in your web browser
  • Achieves near pixel-perfect accuracy typically within 0.5mm for well-calibrated screens
  • Completely free with no ads, account, or limitations
  • Calibration saved locally so no need to recalibrate on each visit
  • Works on tablets and mobile devices with touchscreen support
  • Codes never expire and keep working even if you cancel
  • Change printed codes after printing without reprinting
  • Privacy-first analytics never recording who scanned
  • No ads anywhere on codes or site
  • Free forever option with 10 editable codes
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)4 +3 (up) since last check23 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)1718
Referring domains (Majestic)42

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