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Compare Smart Link Software

Smart link software creates short links that can route people to the right destination and track link activity; compare deep linking and analytics first.

This board uses a signal score out of 10, plus marks for a public API, open-source code and a free tier.

  • 15 platforms
  • 7 with a public API on this page
  • 12 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
  1. 1
    R
    Rebrandlyrebrandly.com

    A link service with a free plan and apps for web, desktop, mobile, and browser extensions.

    7.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $11/mo
  2. 2
    L
    Linkfirelinkfire.com

    A web link service with an API and a free option; paid plans start at $27 per month.

    7.5 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $27/mo
  3. 3
    G
    Geniuslinkgeniuslink.com

    A link service with custom domains, available on web, mobile, and as a browser extension.

    7.4 APIOpenFree From $6/mo
  4. 4
    C
    Capsulinkcapsulink.com

    A link management service with custom domains, unlimited analytics history, and an API.

    7.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $100/yr
  5. 5
    SI
    Short.ioshort.io

    A link service with a free plan and API access.

    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $5/mo
  6. 6
    D
    Dubdub.co

    A link service with custom domains, unlimited analytics history, and an API.

    6.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $30/mo
  7. 7
    SL
    Smart Linksmartlink.sh

    A link shortener that routes mobile visitors to apps, with web fallback on desktop and click analytics.

    6.3 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $120/yr
  8. 8
    FF
    Feature.fmfeature.fm

    Feature.fm is a music marketing platform built for artists and music businesses.

    5.8 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $8/mo
  9. 9
    J
    JotURLjoturl.com

    A link service with custom domains, an API, and one year of analytics history.

    5.8 APIOpenFree From €55/mo (lower tiers unpriced)
  10. 10
    D
    Deferlydeferly.link
    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  11. 11
    D
    Dynalinksdynalinks.app
    5.1 APIOpenFree Free tier
  12. 12
    BL
    Branch LinkHubbranch.io

    A web app for creating and reviewing Branch links, with bulk editing, reusable templates, and reporting.

    4.8 APIOpenFree —
  13. 13
    SC
    Soundplate Clicksclick.soundplate.com
    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
  14. 14
    SA
    Smart App Linkssmartapplinks.com
    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier
  15. 15
    U
    URLgeniusurlgeni.us

    A web service for deep links, link analytics, domain choices, and QR code creation.

    4.8 APIOpenFree Free tier

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How to choose

Does it support deep linking?

Choose software that can send a person to the intended destination inside an app when that is important to your links. Compare deep-link support across products before committing.

Can I measure link activity?

Check whether link analytics are included if you need to see how links perform. Routing rules, custom domains and QR codes are also among the comparison criteria and could be relevant to your setup.

Which platforms does it support?

Check for the platforms you plan to use: web, API, iOS, Android, browser extension or macOS. An API is a way for software to connect programmatically; confirm support for the platform you need.

Can I try it before paying?

Compare free plans, free trials and starting paid prices. Capsulink offers a free plan, a 7-day trial and paid options starting at $10 per month, while Branch LinkHub's pricing is available on request and comes with a 30-day trial.

What features should I compare?

Review whether each option includes a free plan, its entry-level paid price, deep linking, link analytics, routing rules, custom domains and QR codes. Check the details that match how you plan to create and manage links.

Questions

What can smart link software do?

It creates short links that can direct people to destinations and track link activity. Compare deep linking, analytics and platform support.

Which smart link products offer a free tier?

Capsulink, Deferly, Dub, Dynalinks, Feature.fm and Smart App Links are among the products listed with free plans. Check each product's current plan details.

What are the starting prices for smart link software?

Feature.fm starts at $8 per month, Capsulink at $10, Dub at $30 and Deferly at $49. Branch LinkHub's pricing is available on request.

Can I use smart link software through an API?

API support is one of the comparison points. Confirm that a product's API is available and fits your intended connection before choosing.

Does smart link software support iPhone and Android?

The board compares iOS and Android support. Check the individual product's platform details to confirm it works where you need it.

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