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ScanOrbit vs Halopen

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ScanOrbit compared with Halopen
DetailScanOrbit logo ScanOrbitHalopen logo Halopen
What it doesDynamic QR codes you can edit after printing, with real-time scan analytics Mac dictation that types exactly what you said
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2026
Based inUS US
Pricing modelFreemium Free trial
PricingFree: 3 dynamic QR codes, unlimited static codes, 500 tracked scans per month, 30-day analytics history. Pro: $7/month (billed at $84/year), unlimited dynamic codes and scans, 1-year analytics history, all 31 QR types, vector SVG and PDF exports. Business: $23/month (billed at $276/year), everything Free trial for 14 days, no card required. Then Pro Monthly at $19/month, Pro Annual at $179/year (saving $49 vs monthly), or Pro Lifetime at $499 one-time. Educational discount: 50% off Monthly or Annual with a .edu email address. Cancel anytime.
Key features
  • 31 QR code types including URLs, vCards, WiFi, menus, PDFs, and WhatsApp
  • Edit QR code destinations after printing without reprints
  • Real-time scan analytics by location, device, and time
  • Custom branding with logos, colors, and frame styles
  • Print-ready exports in SVG, PDF, and PNG formats
  • Hosted landing pages and forms at scan point
  • Team management with roles and permissions
  • REST API and webhooks for integrations
  • Retargeting pixels for Facebook, Google, and TikTok
  • Bulk QR code generation from CSV files
  • Hold-to-talk hotkey dictation in Mail, Slack, editors, terminal and browser
  • Verbatim transcription by default with optional cleanup settings per app
  • Live partial transcript caption visible while speaking
  • On-device speech processing on Apple Silicon after model download
  • Personal dictionary to bias transcription toward names and technical terms
  • Voice snippets—short trigger words that expand to full text before insertion
  • Lost-dictation recovery—transcripts and audio preserved if delivery fails
  • Long-form dictation up to 10 minutes per hold without word limits
  • Menu-bar native Swift app with no Dock icon or notification popups
  • Choice of cloud or local transcription with audit log of network activity
What makes it different
  • Dynamic codes never deactivate or expire like competitor services do
  • Unlimited scans on all paid plans with zero overage fees
  • 3 dynamic QR codes permanently free forever
  • Instant URL updates take effect immediately worldwide
  • Transparent pricing and built for businesses of every size
  • Verbatim by default—leaves grammar and slang alone, unlike most AI dictation that automatically tidies speech
  • On-device recognition option on Apple Silicon keeps your speech processing entirely on your Mac
  • Transparent claims you can verify—signed, notarized, listed frameworks, and audit log visible in the app
  • Built by one maker as a native Swift app designed to feel natural with the keyboard
  • Works system-wide in your text fields without floating windows or interruptions
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)6 no change since last check6 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)66
Citation Flow (Majestic)1621
Referring domains (Majestic)28

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