Comparison
NodCard vs Blinq, compared fairly
Blinq is one of the best designed digital business cards, with a generous free plan that even includes Wallet passes. NodCard competes by making the tools Blinq keeps for Premium, like the AI scanner, custom colours and branded QR, free for everyone. Here is where each one leads.
Who each one is for
NodCard suits people who want the premium features (scanner, custom branding, attribution) without a subscription, on a card that keeps itself current. Blinq suits those who value polished design, Wallet passes on free, physical NFC cards, and AI meeting notes, and are happy to move to Premium for the scanner and custom colours.
Side by side
| NodCard | Blinq | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes (2 cards) |
| AI paper-card scanner | Free | Premium tier |
| Custom card colours / branding | Free | Premium tier |
| Branded QR + attribution | Free | Premium tier |
| Export your contacts | Free | Premium tier |
| One-tap share-back from who you meet | Free | Lead capture (Business) |
| Self-updating card, no app for the receiver | Yes | Yes |
| Apple / Google Wallet pass | Not yet | Yes, on free |
| Sells physical NFC hardware | No | Yes (from ~15 USD) |
| Native iOS / Android app | Web app, any browser | Yes |
Blinq pricing at the time of writing: free plan (2 cards, Wallet passes); Premium about 9.99 USD/month (less billed annually); Business about 6.99 USD/user/month (5-user minimum); Enterprise custom. NFC cards sold separately from around 15 USD. Check their pricing for current rates.
Where NodCard wins
- The scanner is free. Blinq keeps its universal contact scanner for Premium. NodCard's AI paper-card scanner is free.
- Custom branding is free. Custom colours and a branded QR are part of the free card, not a Premium upgrade.
- Attribution and export are free. See where each contact came from and export your contact book without paying.
- Change alerts built in. Update once and the people who saved you get the current details.
Where Blinq may suit you better
Blinq is beautifully made and its free plan is genuinely generous. It puts your card in Apple and Google Wallet on the free tier, which NodCard does not do yet. It sells a well-regarded range of physical NFC cards and accessories, has native iOS and Android apps with an AI notetaker for meetings, and offers deep CRM integrations (HubSpot, Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics) on its business plans. If Wallet passes, a physical card, or AI meeting notes are what you want, Blinq is an excellent choice.
Try NodCard free
The AI scanner, custom branding and attribution, all free, on a card that keeps itself current.
Create your card, free ↗Frequently asked questions
Is NodCard a good Blinq alternative?
Yes, if you want the AI scanner, custom colours and branded QR without paying. Blinq reserves those for Premium, while NodCard includes them free. Blinq's free plan does include Wallet passes, which NodCard does not offer yet.
Is Blinq free?
Blinq has a free plan with up to 2 cards, unlimited sharing and Wallet passes. Premium is about 9.99 USD/month (less annually) and Business about 6.99 USD/user/month at the time of writing.
When is Blinq the better choice?
When you want Wallet passes on free, a physical NFC card, an AI notetaker, or a polished native app with deep CRM integrations.
Does either need an app for the recipient?
No. Both open in the browser from a QR scan or link, with nothing installed on the other person's phone.
Blinq is a trademark of its respective owner. This comparison is provided by NodCard for information only, reflects our understanding of publicly listed features and pricing at the time of writing, and is not endorsed by Blinq. Verify current details on their website.