# Firebase Dynamic Links vs Redirectly

> A complete feature-by-feature comparison of Firebase Dynamic Links and Redirectly, covering pricing, code examples, and which is the better fit.

- Canonical: https://redirectly.app/blog/firebase-dynamic-links-vs-redirectly
- Site: [Redirectly](https://redirectly.app) — deferred deep linking for Flutter & React Native
- Published: 2024-12-20
- Author: Dmytro Vyrych
- Category: Comparison · 8 min read

Complete feature-by-feature comparison. See how Redirectly compares to Firebase Dynamic Links with code examples, pricing, and real-world use cases.

## Feature Comparison

| Feature | Firebase Dynamic Links | Redirectly |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Deferred Deep Linking | Yes | Yes |
| Install Attribution | Yes | Yes |
| SDK Size | ~10-15 MB | ~2-3 MB |
| Setup Time | 2-4 hours | 15-30 min |
| Active Maintenance | No | Yes |
| React Native Support | Yes | Yes |
| Flutter Support | Yes | Yes |
| Native iOS Support | Yes | Yes |
| Native Android Support | Yes | Yes |
| Transparent Pricing | Contact Sales | Free + Pay-as-you-go |
| API Documentation | Archived | Active & Detailed |
| Technical Support | No | Yes |

## Code Comparison

### React Native: Creating a Deep Link

Firebase Dynamic Links:

```javascript
import dynamicLinks from '@react-native-firebase/dynamic-links';

const buildDeepLink = async () => {
  const link = await dynamicLinks().buildLink({
    link: 'https://yourdomain.com/product/123',
    domainUriPrefix: 'https://yourdomain.page.link',
    android: {
      packageName: 'com.example.myapp',
      fallbackUrl: 'https://yourdomain.com/fallback',
    },
    ios: {
      bundleId: 'com.example.MyApp',
      fallbackUrl: 'https://yourdomain.com/fallback',
      appStoreId: '123456789',
    },
  });

  return link;
};
```

Redirectly:

```javascript
import { Redirectly } from '@redirectly/react-native';

const buildDeepLink = async () => {
  const link = await Redirectly.createLink({
    path: '/product/123',
    campaign: 'summer_sale',
  });

  return link.url;
};
```

### Listening for Deep Links on App Open

Firebase Dynamic Links:

```javascript
import dynamicLinks from '@react-native-firebase/dynamic-links';
import { useEffect } from 'react';

useEffect(() => {
  const unsubscribe = dynamicLinks().onLink((link) => {
    const { url } = link;
    handleDeepLink(url);
  });

  dynamicLinks()
    .getInitialLink()
    .then((link) => {
      if (link?.url != null) {
        handleDeepLink(link.url);
      }
    });

  return unsubscribe;
}, []);
```

Redirectly:

```javascript
import { Redirectly } from '@redirectly/react-native';
import { useEffect } from 'react';

useEffect(() => {
  const unsubscribe = Redirectly.onDeepLink((deepLinkData) => {
    const { path, campaign, data } = deepLinkData;
    handleDeepLink({ path, campaign, ...data });
  });

  return unsubscribe;
}, []);
```

## Pricing Comparison

### Firebase Dynamic Links

- **Model:** Free with Firebase
- **Cost:** Included with Firebase, but service is deprecated
- **Limits:** No explicit limits, but no ongoing support

Service ending August 5, 2025. No longer accepting new links.

### Redirectly

- **Model:** Free + Pay-as-you-go
- **Starter:** Free forever with up to 10,000 links/month
- **Scale:** $0.001 per link after free tier

Transparent pricing, no hidden fees, cancel anytime.

### Real-World Cost Example

For an app generating 100,000 deep links per month:

- Firebase Dynamic Links (if available): $0 (but service discontinued)
- Redirectly: $90 ((100,000 - 10,000 free) × $0.001)

## Why Choose Redirectly

### Built for FDL Migrations

Redirectly was specifically designed for developers migrating from Firebase Dynamic Links. The SDK API is intuitive and migration typically takes 15-30 minutes.

### Lightweight SDK

Only 2-3 MB vs Firebase's 10-15 MB. Minimal impact on app size and startup time.

### Active Maintenance & Support

Redirectly is actively maintained and supported. Get timely updates, security patches, and technical assistance.

### Affordable at Scale

Transparent pricing without surprise fees. Free tier covers small to medium apps, and scaling costs are predictable.

### Multi-Platform Support

Full support for React Native, Flutter, native iOS, and native Android with consistent APIs across all platforms.

## Ready to Switch to Redirectly?

Migration from Firebase Dynamic Links takes less than an hour. Start with the [Firebase Dynamic Links Alternative page](https://redirectly.app/firebase-dynamic-links-alternative.md) or the [React Native migration guide](https://redirectly.app/blog/react-native-firebase-dynamic-links-migration.md).

## Related

- [Firebase Dynamic Links Shutdown: Timeline & What To Do](https://redirectly.app/blog/firebase-dynamic-links-shutdown.md) — Complete timeline of Firebase Dynamic Links deprecation and impact analysis.
- [Migrate from Firebase Dynamic Links in React Native](https://redirectly.app/blog/react-native-firebase-dynamic-links-migration.md) — Step-by-step React Native migration guide with TypeScript code examples.

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