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Memorial Tribute Legacy vs Forever Missed: Which digital memorial is right for you?

  • Writer: Anna Ciboro
    Anna Ciboro
  • Aug 5
  • 2 min read

Updated: Sep 5

Picking an online memorial shouldn’t feel like choosing cable bundles. Below is a straight-talk comparison that hits every question Google (and real humans) actually ask. So lets jump into our comparison, Memorial Tribute Legacy vs Forever Missed.

A black and white phone sreen and below it are hands sorting pictures.
 If you were planning a loved one's funeral would sorting photos for a memorial be relaxing to you or just one more thing on your plate?

Comparison Table: Memorial Tribute Legacy vs Forever Missed


Memorial Tribute Legacy

Forever Missed

Style

Concierge-designed digital tribute + engraved physical QR-code plaque (guaranteed for 30+ years)

DIY templates with virtual candles & background tunes

Best for

Loved ones who want done-for-you polish and quick access viewing through QR scanning

Budget-minded DIYers happy to tweak layouts themselves

Pricing

One-time project fee; plaques & bundles optional

Free basic; premium ≈ $75/yr or $155 lifetime

QR-Code Support

✔ Included (engraved, made in U.S.A, personalized plaque)

✖ None

Effort Level

Send photos, approve draft.

Upload, drag, and pray the font matches.

What Makes Memorial Tribute Legacy Different?


1. Concierge Design

Prefer outsourcing the design stress? MTL’s team handles the entire process for you, so you can focus on your family and holding space for your grief. See how that looks on our Create a Tribute page.


2. Real-World QR-Code Plaques

Visitors can scan a sleek plaque (see our custom QR-code plaques) at the gravesite and dive straight into the tribute—no graveyard Wi-Fi required.


3. White-Glove Quality Control

Every upload gets a quick human vet. Bye-bye blurry screenshots and typo-ridden eulogies.


When Forever Missed Wins


1. Shoestring Budget & Instant Access

If “free” is your love language, even in the time of emotional distress, Forever Missed lets you do that.


2. You Enjoy DIY Tinkering

Choose from dozens of themes, add virtual flowers, slap on a playlist, invite friends to leave tributes.

Pros & Cons at a Glance


Memorial Tribute Legacy

✅ Concierge build-out

✅ Physical QR plaque included

✅ No subscription lock-in

❌ Higher upfront cost


Forever Missed

✅ Free entry tier (up to 5 photos)

✅ Unlimited self-editing

✅ 1 year plan ($73.95 or lifetime $153.95)

❌ No plaque or offline component (can be paired with MTL QR Code Plaque!)

❌ You own every typo & design mis-step


Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forever Missed really free?

Yes—up to 5 photos are free. Pay only if you need more photos, playlists, or multiple admins.


How much does a QR-code plaque cost at MTL?

Plaques start at $150 standalone, or get discounted in a Memorial + Plaque bundle (our curated digital memorial and engraved plaque bundle).


Can I migrate a Forever Missed page to MTL later?

Absolutely. Forward us the content, and our concierge will rebuild it—typo-free—within a week.


Ready to Create a Tribute That Actually Feels Human?

Skip the template tango. Let our team handle the heavy lifting while you focus on remembering.

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