Linq built a strong NFC-focused product in the US market. For Indian professionals, Taply offers QR codes on the free plan, INR pricing, and a web-first approach that works for everyone.
Feature
Taply
Linq
Free plan
Taply free includes QR code. Linq requires paid device.
Taply free includes QR code. Linq requires paid device.
QR code included
Taply includes QR on free plan. Linq focuses on NFC only.
Taply includes QR on free plan. Linq focuses on NFC only.
NFC card included
Both include NFC on Pro plans.
Both include NFC on Pro plans.
No app for receiver
Linq often requires app. Taply is browser-based.
Linq often requires app. Taply is browser-based.
India pricing (INR)
Taply bills in ₹420/month. Linq is USD only.
Taply bills in ₹420/month. Linq is USD only.
India shipping
Taply ships across India. Linq does not.
Taply ships across India. Linq does not.
Custom profile layouts
Both offer customisation. Taply has 4 layouts + 11 sections.
Both offer customisation. Taply has 4 layouts + 11 sections.
Team analytics
Both offer team features on enterprise plans.
Both offer team features on enterprise plans.
Web-first profiles
Taply is web-first. Linq is app-first.
Taply is web-first. Linq is app-first.
Our verdict
If you want a free QR code, web-first profiles, and India-specific pricing — Taply wins. Linq is a polished NFC product for US users, but it lacks the free tier, QR fallback, and local pricing that Indian professionals need.
FAQ
Q. Is Taply a Linq alternative?
Yes. Taply offers similar NFC functionality with the added benefits of free QR codes, INR pricing, and India shipping.
Q. Does Linq work without an app?
Linq is primarily app-first. Recipients often need the Linq app for the best experience. Taply profiles open in any browser with no app required.
Q. Which is cheaper in India?
Taply is significantly cheaper for Indian users. Taply Pro is ₹420/month with NFC card included. Linq charges in USD and does not include India shipping or local payments.
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