Beacons optimizes for monetization blocks and storefront flows. dxd.link optimizes for a coherent microsite suite under one handle.
Beacons is strong when you want built-in store blocks, media kits, and email capture as the main story. dxd.link is strong when you want a real page composition — tabs, draft→live, scheduling, skins, and outbound links you fully control.
Honest comparison for creators evaluating a link-in-bio OS vs a microsite suite.
| Beacons (paid tiers) | dxd.link Creator | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (approx.) | ~$10+/mo | $4.99/mo |
| Layout model | Blocks + store emphasis | Bento canvas + tabs |
| Draft → live | Limited | Full draft/live + named layouts |
| Per-block scheduling | Varies | Included |
| Custom domain | Paid tiers | Included |
| JSON / keyboard editor | No | Yes |
| Native storefront | Core focus | Out of scope (by design) |
| Adult-friendly tooling | Policy-dependent | Age gate + sensitive links |
You outgrew a button stack but do not want to run a mini Shopify on your bio. You need Work vs Links tabs, timed drops, a consistent visual system, and a price that stays near $5/mo.