Build a customer loyalty ecosystem for SMB success
Most small business owners believe they have a loyalty strategy simply because they hand out punch c...
Launch QR-code loyalty cards, points programs, cashback, and stamp campaigns in minutes. Your customers scan a QR — no app to install, no friction, no extra hardware.
No credit card required · Free forever for up to 100 customers
8
Program types
10 min
To launch
9
Languages
0
Apps to install
A loyalty platform is the software backbone of every successful rewards program. It tracks customer activity, automates rewards, and turns one-time buyers into repeat customers — without you lifting a finger after setup.
A loyalty platform is an all-in-one software that lets you design, launch, and manage customer rewards programs — points, stamp cards, cashback, tiers, referrals — from a single dashboard. The best platforms eliminate the need for a custom app: customers redeem rewards by scanning a QR code with their smartphone.
Acquiring a new customer costs 5–7× more than keeping an existing one. A loyalty platform is the highest-ROI marketing tool a small business can run — it turns the customers you already paid to acquire into recurring revenue, and gives you the data to spot churn before it happens.
5–7×
Cheaper to retain than acquire
+40%
Higher retention with rewards
3.5×
More repeat purchases
0
Apps to install for customers
Most platforms force you to pick one model — stamp cards OR points OR cashback. BonusQR runs all eight from the same dashboard, so you can match the right mechanic to each customer segment.
Replace paper punch cards. Customers collect digital stamps with each visit and unlock a reward at the goal.
Award points per purchase or behavior. Customers redeem them for discounts, free products, or exclusive perks.
Return a % of each spend to the customer's wallet. Spendable next visit — guaranteed return trip.
Bronze, Silver, Gold. Top spenders earn richer perks, deeper discounts, and status that drives behavior.
Customers invite friends and both get rewarded. Word-of-mouth becomes a measurable acquisition channel.
Sell or hand out branded gift cards. New customer acquisition channel and a powerful win-back tool.
Send targeted discounts to specific segments — birthdays, lapsed visitors, VIPs. One-tap to redeem at checkout.
"30 days since last visit" → win-back coupon. "Birthday" → bonus points. Set once, run forever.
Most loyalty platforms specialize in one customer type. BonusQR is built for small brick-and-mortar businesses — without compromising on features.
| Feature | BonusQR | E-commerce plugin | Enterprise API | Wallet-only stamp app |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No app install needed (QR scan only) | — | |||
| Brick-and-mortar focused | — | — | ||
| 8 program types in one platform | — | — | — | |
| Apple & Google Wallet integration | — | — | ||
| Multi-language (9 locales out of the box) | — | — | ||
| Starting price | Free forever (up to 100 customers) | $25–$300/mo | Custom (4–5 figures) | $15–$100/mo |
Comparison reflects typical pricing tiers in the loyalty platform category as of 2026. Specific vendor pricing may vary.
No developer, no integrations, no setup fees. Four steps and your loyalty program is live.

Pick from 8 templates — stamp card, points, cashback, tiers, referrals — or mix several. Pre-configured defaults work for cafés, salons, retail, and more.
Upload your logo, pick colors, write your reward copy. Your card looks native in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet — no design skill required.
Place the QR on your counter, receipts, menu, business cards, or Instagram bio. Customers scan, add the card to their wallet, and they're enrolled.
Add stamps or points in seconds with the staff app. Watch repeat-visit rates, active members, and revenue lift in real time on your dashboard.
Quick answers to the questions small-business owners ask before signing up.
Set up your first program in under 10 minutes. Free for your first 100 customers — no credit card required.
Free forever for up to 100 customers · 9 languages · No app for customers
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