GIFT CARD COMPARISON CHART

OptionsCard vs other cards


When considering OptionsCard gift cards as a gift or employee reward, there are some key attributes that you may want to consider.
It's not definitive or exhaustive, but may help you understand your choices a little more clearly.

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Options Card

“Limited Network” cards

(Restricted to multiple named retail outlets only)

“Spend Anywhere” cards

(Prepaid debit Mastercard or Visa cards)

Free to buy

Handling fees apply – around €2+ per card

Handling fees apply – around €2+ per cards

Available to buy online

Only up to €150 if available.

Minimum order values apply

Instantly delivered to recipient
No Activation Fees for recipient

“Activation fees” often apply

No ID verification checks and registration for recipient
Holds it value over time

Typically take €3-€5 per month after 12 months

Typically take €3-€5 per month after 12 months

No apps to download
No Hidden Expiry tricks

Cards can expire requiring reissue before 5 years

Activate within 12 months

No Limits on transactions

€150 max load, €50 max per online transaction

€1000 max per transaction

Part Pay in store or online

Typically only one payment method accepted per transaction

Typically only one payment method accepted per transaction.

Special offers from retail partners
Add multiple cards together
Re-gift all or part of the card value
Qualifies for €1000 small benefit tax exemption

Be careful. Check the Ts&Cs. If it says that the cardholder can redeem for cash, it is likely not exempted and you could end up with nasty tax bill.

Be careful. Check the Ts&Cs. If it says that the cardholder can redeem for cash, it is likely not exempted and you could end up with nasty tax bill.

Free card replacement

From €5 upwards

From €5 upwards

Minimum load from €5 - no maximum

Min €15, Max €150

Min €10, Max €1000

No recipient age restrictions

Recipient must be 16 years +

Recipient must be 18 years +

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