Updated October 2026

QR menu makers compared

Short answer

For most cafes and small restaurants, a hosted mobile menu you can edit yourself is enough. Linkly QR gives you one free menu with designer layouts and a branded QR code, and Pro ($5/month) adds unlimited menus and scan analytics. Choose an ordering-focused tool only if you need guests to pay at the table.

Side-by-side comparison

Tool	Free option	Edit without reprinting	Menu designs	Table ordering
Linkly QR	1 menu free	Yes	Many premium layouts	Order requests
Menu Tiger	Limited	Yes	Templates	Yes (paid)
PDF + static QR	Yes	No, re-upload	Your PDF	No
QR Code Generator Pro	Trial	Yes while subscribed	Basic	No

Prices and features are from each tool's public pages and may change. Check the provider before buying.

Where Linkly QR fits

Menus look designed, not like a spreadsheet: tasting menu, chalkboard, night market and more.
Update dishes and prices in seconds; codes on tables keep working.
Dynamic codes keep working even if you cancel Pro.
Less suited if you need integrated payments at the table.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best QR menu maker for a small restaurant?+

If you want a good-looking menu you can update yourself without reprinting, Linkly QR is a low-cost option from free. If you need full table ordering and payments, look at ordering-focused tools like Menu Tiger or your POS provider.

Can I change my menu prices after printing the QR code?+

Yes. With a hosted menu, the QR points at a page you edit anytime; the printed code stays the same.

Is a PDF menu QR good enough?+

It works, but PDFs are hard to read on phones and need re-uploading for every change. A mobile menu page loads faster and is easier to update.

How much does a QR menu cost?+

Linkly QR includes one menu free; Pro is $5/month or $49/year for unlimited menus and scan analytics.

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