Kadi vs Linktree
A factual comparison. Linktree pricing is as listed on their public pricing page at the time of writing — verify current prices before deciding.
The short version
Kadi is built specifically for Indian creators. UPI payment blocks, which let visitors pay you directly through any UPI app, are free on every Kadi plan. Linktree does not offer native UPI payments. If you collect payments through UPI, Kadi removes a step that Linktree cannot cover.
If you need Linktree's commerce features — a storefront, product listings, or their integration marketplace — Linktree is the stronger choice. Kadi does not have those.
Free tier comparison
| Feature | Kadi Free | Linktree Free |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ₹0, no time limit | Free tier available |
| UPI payment blocks | Yes, free | Not available |
| Watermark / branding | None | Linktree branding on free tier |
| Analytics | Page views + per-link clicks | Basic views on free tier |
| Themes / appearance | 5 themes, custom accent color | Limited themes on free tier |
| Custom subdomain | yourname.kadi.bio, free | linktr.ee/yourname |
| Cookie banner on profile | None (server side analytics) | Present (uses tracking cookies) |
| Page load speed | Server-rendered, Lighthouse 90+ | Client-rendered, varies |
Linktree feature details are based on publicly available information from their pricing page. Confirm current details at linktree.com/pricing before making a decision.
Paid plan pricing
Kadi has three tiers: Free (₹0), Pro (₹1,500/yr), and Pro Max (₹3,000/yr). Pro and Pro Max are in development — join the waitlist at kadi.bio. Pro adds scheduled visibility, extended analytics, and more blocks. Pro Max adds priority support, early access to new features, and the highest limits.
Linktree's paid plans are priced in USD. Check their pricing page for current INR equivalent — exchange rates and local pricing can vary.
When Linktree is the better choice
- You want a product storefront or want to sell directly through your link page — Linktree has commerce features that Kadi does not offer.
- You need integrations with specific tools (email marketing platforms, Shopify, etc.) — Linktree has a larger integration marketplace.
- Your audience is international and you primarily receive payments through Stripe or PayPal — Linktree supports more global payment methods.
- You need team accounts or organisation-level management — Linktree has multi user features on their higher tiers.
When Kadi is the better choice
- You collect tips or commissions through UPI — the payment block is free and Kadi takes no platform fee.
- You want a clean, fast profile with no watermark on the free tier.
- Privacy matters to you or your audience — Kadi uses no tracking cookies on public pages, so there is no cookie consent banner.
- You want your profile to load fast on mobile Indian networks — server side rendering means the page is ready without waiting for JavaScript.