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spoo.me 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 AndroidAPIExtension+4
spoo.me offers broad link controls, analytics, and developer tooling without a paid plan listed. Self-hosting and open licensing make it practical for teams wanting control over their link service.
Visit spoo.me 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
| spoo.me | URLd.me | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | CORE (Member): $8.99 a month |
| Plans published | None | 14 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | spoo.me | urld.me |
| On url shorteners | #76 of 156 | #80 of 156 |
spoo.me: what it does well
- Free shortening without signup
- Detailed per-link analytics
- Country routing and weighted testing
- Passphrase, click cap, and expiry controls
- Public REST API and SDKs
What to know first
- Several integrations are marked soon
- Chrome extension is marked soon
- Built and operated by one developer
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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