Lynko vs Blinq

Lynko vs Blinq for UK professionals

Both turn a tap into a beautiful digital profile. Here's an honest, side-by-side look at price, features, and support so you can choose with confidence.

UK-based company · 1 month free on activation · Cancel anytime

In short: Lynko bundles a premium NFC card and the Pro subscription into one UK-priced plan, with the free month starting only when you actually activate the card. Blinq offers a generous free profile but charges separately for the NFC card and bills its Pro plan in USD.

Lynko vs Blinq — side by side

FeatureLynkoBlinq
Physical NFC card includedFrom £12.99 one-offSold separately, from ~$25
Free tier1 month free on activationFree profile (limited)
Pro / paid plan£3.99 / month~$7.99 / month (Pro)
Trial starts on tap, not order day Yes No
Custom-printed card with your brandingStandard £19.99 / Custom £34.99Add-on
Tap & QR analytics Yes Yes
Lead capture form Yes Yes
Booking & payment link modules YesLimited
Google Reviews badge Yes No
UK-based support team Yes No
Free EU shipping YesVaries
Cancel anytime Yes Yes

Information based on publicly listed details from each company's website at the time of writing. Pricing and features change — check the latest on the official sites.

Why choose Lynko

  • One UK price, no FX surprises
    Card and subscription billed in GBP. £12.99 card + £3.99/month after the free trial.
  • Trial starts on activation
    Order today, travel for two weeks, activate when your card arrives — your free month only begins when you tap.
  • Built-in modules
    Booking links, payment links, Google Reviews badge and lead capture come included on every Pro plan.
  • UK-based company
    Support, billing and the team are all UK-based. Faster replies in your time zone.

When Blinq might fit

  • You only need a free, no-card digital profile and don't mind the Blinq branding.
  • Your company already has enterprise contracts with Blinq for SSO / HRIS provisioning.
  • You prefer USD billing on a US-based provider.

Our verdict

If you're a UK-based solo professional or small team and you want a premium card plus a polished profile for one clear monthly price, Lynko is the simpler, cheaper choice. Blinq remains a solid option if you're standardising hundreds of seats across a global enterprise.

FAQ

Is Lynko cheaper than Blinq?+

For most UK professionals, yes. Lynko is £12.99 one-off for the card and £3.99/month after a 1-month free trial. Blinq has a free profile but its Pro plan is roughly $7.99/month and the physical NFC card is sold separately.

Can I keep my Lynko card if I cancel?+

Yes. The card is yours forever. If you cancel the subscription, the card still works as a basic digital profile — you just lose Pro features like analytics, custom themes and booking modules.

Does Blinq ship NFC cards to the UK?+

Yes, Blinq ships NFC cards internationally, but they are priced and shipped in USD from outside the UK. Lynko is a UK-based company, so you pay in GBP with no currency surprises.

Can I import my Blinq contacts into Lynko?+

You can export leads from Blinq as a CSV and we'll help you import them into your Lynko leads inbox. Email support and we'll handle the migration for you.

Which is better for teams?+

Both support teams. Lynko focuses on solo professionals and small teams with a simpler price (£3.99/month/seat). Blinq has a more developed enterprise tier if you need 50+ seats with SSO and HRIS sync today.

Does Lynko work without an app?+

Yes. Tap or scan the QR — the profile opens in the browser, no install required. Same on iOS and Android.

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