Head-to-head · Link Management Tools
Linktree vs Dub
Linktree leads on 0 checks, Dub on 2, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Free planboth
- Most featuresDub · 2 of 4
Linktree and Dub score identically on our rubric (7.1 out of 10) for link management tools; Linktree sits at #5 and Dub at #6 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.
Dub offers custom domains; Linktree doesn't publish it. Dub offers api access; Linktree doesn't publish it.
Linktree is the better fit for creators building established link-in-bio pages. Dub is the better fit for growth teams wanting programmable link infrastructure.
- Linktree fits best
Creators building established link-in-bio pages
- Dub fits best
Growth teams wanting programmable link infrastructure
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Side by side
| Feature | Linktree 7.1/10 Visit ↗ | Dub 7.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| Ranking | #5 in Link Management Tools | #6 in Link Management Tools |
| Best for | Creators building established link-in-bio pages | Growth teams wanting programmable link infrastructure |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Not published | $30/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Free trial length | 7 days | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Docs | Live chat, Docs |
| Integrations | 5 integrations | 10 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Linktree 0/4 · Dub 2/4 | ||
| Custom domains | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| QR codes | Not published | Not published |
| Link-in-bio pages | Not published | Not published |
| API access | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Monthly link limit | Not published | Not published |
| Link analytics | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Linktree gives creators and businesses a hosted page that gathers social profiles, websites, stores and other destinations under one shareable link. Pages can be customized and shared by URL or QR code, and tools for collecting leads,… Read the review → |
Dub is an open-source link attribution platform for entrepreneurs, creators, startups, and marketing teams. It creates branded short links and custom-domain links, then tracks clicks and conversions across web and API workflows. Its… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Linktree — where it wins
- Unlimited basic links on the Free plan
- Lead capture, audience export and email-tool integrations
- Paid tiers add advanced analytics, routing and product-sales tools
Where it doesn't
- No custom domains; the linktr.ee URL remains
- Analytics are basic on lower tiers
- Digital-product sales on Starter carry 9% fees
Dub — where it wins
- Free plan includes real-time analytics, API access, three custom domains, and QR codes
- Supports deep links, targeting, A/B testing, bulk operations, and conversion tracking
- REST API, SDKs, webhooks, and integrations connect links to marketing workflows
Where it doesn't
- Pro starts at $30 per month before advanced link features are available
- Conversion tracking and A/B testing begin on the $90-per-month Business plan
- Priority email support and elevated API limits require the $300-per-month Advanced plan
- Linktree7.1/10 · Free plan · paid from $5/mo
A hosted bio page for creators, with links, audience tools and digital-product sales.
Visit LinktreeFull verdict → - Dub7.1/10 · Free plan · paid from $30/mo · 14-day trial
Programmable branded links with deep analytics, integrations, and API access.
Visit DubFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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