Google review cards are small cards you hand to customers, or leave on the counter, that open your Google review page in one tap or scan. They're one of the simplest ways to get more reviews, because they remove the hardest part: finding where to leave one.
This guide explains NFC cards vs QR code cards, what they cost, and how to make your own printable Google review cards for free.
What is a Google review card?
A Google review card is a business-card-sized card with a QR code, an NFC chip, or both. When a customer scans or taps it with their phone, Google opens straight to your review form.
Most say something like "Review us on Google," often with five stars. They work anywhere a customer is happy and has their phone: at checkout, at the end of a service call, or tucked into a delivery.
NFC review cards vs QR code review cards
| NFC card (tap) | QR code card (scan) | |
|---|---|---|
| How customers use it | Tap the card to the top of their phone | Point the phone camera at the code |
| Phones that work | Most recent iPhones and Androids (NFC must be on for many Androids) | Nearly any smartphone with a camera |
| Typical cost | About $20 to $30 per card | Pennies per card if you print them |
| Best for | A counter or desk where you hand it over | Leave-behinds, receipts, and anywhere you need many |
Many NFC cards also print a QR code on the back as a backup, because NFC can be switched off or slow to read on some phones. If you buy NFC, get one with a QR code too.
How much do Google review cards cost?
Single NFC review cards from popular sellers typically cost about $20 to $30 each, with discounts for bulk orders. Most are one-time purchases with no subscription.
QR code cards cost almost nothing if you print them yourself. A sheet of business cards or stickers from an office supply store, plus a free QR code, gets you dozens for a few dollars.
How to make your own Google review cards for free
You don't need to buy anything to start. Our free Google review QR code generator makes print-ready review cards with no signup.
- Search for your business in the generator and pick it from the list.
- Choose the Business card template (3.5 x 2 inches), or the round sticker or table tent.
- Add your logo and colors, and edit the headline if you like.
- Download the PDF. It lays out 8 cards on a US Letter sheet with cut lines.
- Print at 100% (actual size) on card stock, then cut. Scan one with your phone to test it.
Prefer NFC? You can buy blank NFC cards or stickers and program them with your Google review link using a free NFC writing app. It works, but for most small businesses the printed QR card does the same job for far less.
Review cards vs review stands
A Google review stand is the counter-top version: a small sign, often with an NFC chip and a QR code, that sits by the register. Cards travel with the customer; stands catch people while they wait or pay.
Restaurants, salons, and shops usually want a stand. Trades and home service businesses do better with cards, because the tech hands one over when the job is done. Our generator's table tent template works as a free stand: print it and slip it into an acrylic holder.
How to get the most out of review cards
- Hand it over at the happy moment: right after a thank-you, not days later.
- Say one sentence: "If you were happy with us, this opens our Google reviews. It takes a minute."
- Make it the right size: keep the QR code at least 1 inch wide so phones read it easily.
- Test before you print a stack: scan it and make sure it opens your review form.
Google's rules for review cards
Review cards are fine to use, but how you ask matters. Google's content policy doesn't allow offering discounts or gifts in exchange for reviews, and it doesn't allow asking only happy customers.
So hand the card to everyone, keep the message neutral, and never print "5 stars gets 10% off." Reviews that break the rules can be removed.
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Sources
- Google: Maps user-generated content policy: prohibited and restricted content.
- NFC card pricing: listed prices from popular NFC review card sellers, checked October 2026 (single cards about $20 to $30).
Frequently asked questions
What is a Google review card?
It's a small card with a QR code, an NFC chip, or both that opens your Google review form when a customer scans or taps it with their phone.
Are NFC Google review cards worth it?
They're convenient at a counter where you hand them over, but they cost about $20 to $30 each. Printed QR code cards do the same job on nearly every phone for a few cents each.
How do I make a Google review card for free?
Use a free Google review QR code generator, pick a business card template, add your logo, and print the PDF on card stock at actual size.
Do Google review cards work on iPhone?
Yes. QR codes work with the iPhone camera, and most recent iPhones read NFC tags with a tap near the top of the phone.
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About the Author
Timothy Bramlett
Co-Founder & CEO, Zinng
Timothy Bramlett is an American entrepreneur, software engineer, and product strategist. He is the founder of Zinng, an AI-powered phone agent platform that helps businesses never miss a customer call with intelligent call handling, real-time transcripts, and instant summaries.