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What Is the Difference Between eCode, Physical Cards, and Printable Vouchers?

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1. eCode (Digital Code)

What it is:
A gift card delivered instantly by email or shown on your screen.

How it’s delivered:

  • Sent to your email

  • Can be copied and redeemed immediately

Best for:

  • Instant delivery

  • Last-minute gifts

  • Online purchases

Pros:

  • Fastest option

  • No shipping

  • Easy to store and redeem on your phone

Cons:

  • No physical item to gift

  • Requires internet/email access

eCode (Digital Code)

eCode (Digital Code)


2. Physical Gift Card

What it is:
A traditional, plastic gift card you can hold in your hand.

How it’s delivered:

  • Shipped by mail

  • Looks like store-bought cards

Best for:

  • Gifting in person

  • People who prefer something tangible

Pros:

  • Looks more like a real gift

  • No need for printing or tech

Cons:

  • Takes days to arrive

  • Can be lost or damaged

Physical Gift Card

Physical Gift Card


3. Printable Voucher (PDF Voucher)

What it is:
A digital gift card delivered as a PDF that you can print yourself.

How it’s delivered:

  • Sent by email as a downloadable file

  • Can be printed at home

Best for:

  • Wanting a physical card quickly

  • Gifts you hand over personally

Pros:

  • Instant delivery + physical presentation

  • Great for gifting in person

Cons:

  • Requires a printer

  • Doesn’t look as nice as a professional physical card

Summary Table

Summary Table