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lua.sh vs URLd.me
Both stand on url shorteners. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb
lua.sh combines branded link shortening with broad analytics, QR tracking, workspaces, and automation interfaces. Its free tier is limited, while higher plans increase links, events, domains, tags, and seats.
Visit lua.sh Free plan APIWeb
URLd.me covers short-link creation, QR codes, routing, campaigns and analytics in one service. Check each plan’s allowances and the API requirement before choosing it for larger link programs.
Visit URLd.meThe facts
| lua.sh | URLd.me | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Self-hosted, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Starter: $19 a month | CORE (Member): $8.99 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 14 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | lua.sh | urld.me |
| On url shorteners | #84 of 156 | #80 of 156 |
lua.sh: what it does well
- Custom domains supported
- Unlimited analytics retention
- QR scans tracked separately
- REST API and MCP server
- Open-source self-hosting option
What to know first
- Free tier limited to five links
- Self-hosting requires infrastructure work
- Paid plans billed monthly
URLd.me: what it does well
- Custom domains and branded QR codes
- Bulk conversion and CSV importing
- Routing by country, language, device or operating system
- Password protection and link expiry
- Free plan available
What to know first
- Free plan limits tracked links and retention
- API requires a team feature and API key
- Team collaboration allows one to seven teammates
- Paid plans start at $8.99 a month
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