NexaLink vs HiHello
In-depth comparison of NexaLink and HiHello digital business cards — features, pricing, scanner accuracy, CRM, and a migration guide. Which one fits your networking stack?
HiHello built its reputation on polished templates and a generous free plan — four free cards where most competitors offer one. NexaLink is built as a full networking stack: a digital card plus a dedicated Scanner app with 99% OCR accuracy plus a dedicated CRM app with AI follow-up drafts. The product footprints are different, and the right choice depends on what you actually do with a business card.
If you primarily need beautiful cards and have no interest in capturing physical cards you receive or following up at scale, HiHello's free tier is hard to beat. If you attend events, collect cards in bulk, and need a system for turning contacts into follow-ups, NexaLink's all-in-one stack saves three tools' worth of friction.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | NexaLink | HiHello |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | 1 card | 4 cards |
| QR Code Sharing | ||
| NFC Sharing (phone) | ||
| Apple Wallet Pass | ||
| Google Wallet Pass | ||
| Card Scanner (OCR) | Dedicated app, 99% | Built-in, ~95% |
| CRM / Contact Management | Dedicated app, AI follow-ups | Basic contact list |
| AI Follow-Up Drafts | ||
| Video Backgrounds | ||
| Engagement Analytics | Full dashboard | Basic |
| Team Plan with Admin Lock | Enterprise plan only | |
| Event Tagging on Contacts | ||
| Offline Capture | Partial | |
| Lifetime Pricing Option | $29.99 | None (subscription only) |
| Pro Starting Price | $1.99/mo | $7.99/mo |
Why Choose NexaLink?
Pricing
NexaLink
Free + Pro $1.99/mo + Lifetime $29.99
HiHello
Free (4 cards) + Pro $7.99/mo + Business $12/user/mo
Migrating from HiHello
Step-by-step — most users complete the switch in under an hour.
Export your HiHello contacts
In HiHello, go to Contacts → Export CSV. Download the file — it includes all saved contacts with names, titles, and contact info.
Import into NexaLink CRM
In NexaLink CRM, tap Import → From CSV. Upload the HiHello export; field mapping is automatic.
Recreate your card template
NexaLink's Pro templates closely match HiHello's style. Upload your logo, paste your links, add your photo — most users rebuild their card in under 10 minutes.
Share your new card URL
Send your new NexaLink URL to anyone who saved the HiHello version. HiHello links keep working while you transition; there's no need to rush.
Who should pick each?
Stay with HiHello
Stay with HiHello if: you only need cards (no scanner, no CRM), you love their template library and card builder UI, you need more than one free card and pricing matters, or you already use HiHello Business at your company.
Switch to NexaLink
Switch to NexaLink if: you scan physical cards at events (our 99% OCR beats HiHello's built-in scanner), you want a real CRM with AI follow-ups (HiHello has no CRM), you want a lifetime option ($29.99 vs HiHello's indefinite subscription), or you need Google Wallet passes.
Our Verdict
HiHello offers more free cards; NexaLink offers a complete networking stack. If you only need cards, HiHello's free tier is excellent. If you also scan received cards and need a CRM with follow-up drafts, NexaLink replaces three apps with one stack at a fraction of HiHello Pro's price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NexaLink really cheaper than HiHello?
Yes — NexaLink Pro is $1.99/month vs HiHello Pro at $7.99/month. NexaLink also offers a $29.99 lifetime option; HiHello has no lifetime tier. Over 5 years, NexaLink Lifetime saves ~$450 vs HiHello Pro.
Can I keep my HiHello URL while I try NexaLink?
Yes. Both platforms run in parallel while you evaluate. Your HiHello card stays live, and you can set up a NexaLink card alongside it. Migrate contacts via CSV when you're ready.
Does NexaLink have the same template selection as HiHello?
NexaLink has 8+ Pro templates that cover most use cases. HiHello has a slightly larger template library; NexaLink's strength is the full stack (scanner + CRM), not template count.
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