Bitly
8.9#1 in url shortenersFrom $10 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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ShortURL.FM
6.3#123 in url shortenersFree planFree planWebAPIExtension
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Bitly | ShortURL.FM |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics | Bitly provides link performance data, including location and device insights, in a unified dashboard. | When detailed tracking is enabled, analytics include click trends and breakdowns by country, device, browser, referrer, and recent activity. |
| API | Enterprise plans include high-volume API and webhook access. | The authenticated v1 API supports creating, managing and inspecting short URLs; API requests require a Sanctum personal access token. |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Enterprise plans include customized onboarding, priority support, and a dedicated customer success manager. | Support for links, accounts, or the API is available by email at [email protected]. |
Bitly plans
- FreeFree
- Core$10 a month
- Growth—
- Premium$300 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
ShortURL.FM plans
- FreeFree
Pick Bitly if…
Bitly suits businesses and individuals who need branded short links, QR Codes, and link-performance analytics. Its routing controls and integrations may be useful for teams managing campaigns across channels.
Pick ShortURL.FM if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.