PerfectGift vs Amex Gift Cards
An Amex gift card is locked the moment it ships. A PerfectGift lets the recipient turn it into the gift they actually want.
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What if it’s not the gift they’d have picked?
A standard Amex gift card is exactly that: an Amex, and it stays an Amex. With PerfectGift+, the recipient isn’t locked in. You choose a starting brand (say, Starbucks), and the person who receives it can switch it to one of hundreds of other store brands, like Target, Home Depot and more, or swap it for a physical Visa they can use almost anywhere, send the balance to their bank, activate it to their own credit card, or re-gift it. One gift, hundreds of stores, and the recipient decides where it goes.
It's the difference between giving someone a gift and giving them their gift. You still make it personal with a photo, and an optional video or audio message. The recipient just gets the final say on how to use it, which means far fewer unwanted gift cards sitting unused in a drawer.
What recipients can do with a PerfectGift
- Switch it to one of hundreds of store brands (Target, Starbucks & more)
- Swap it for a physical Visa they can use almost anywhere
- Cash out the balance to a bank account via Zelle
- Activate the balance to their own credit card
- Re-gift the full balance to someone else
None of these options require the recipient to give up the personalization you added. The photo and message are on the gift no matter how they choose to use it.
Frequently asked questions
How large a gift can I send?
A PerfectGift holds up to $500, with higher amounts available through our business and corporate options. Plus, every gift can carry a photo or message.
Can the recipient choose how to use it?
Yes. With PerfectGift, they can pick from 250+ brands, swap for a physical Visa, activate the balance to their existing credit card, or transfer the balance to their bank account via Zelle. Most standard gift cards lock the recipient into a single card.
Can the recipient cash out the balance?
Yes. With a PerfectGift, the recipient can send the balance to their bank account through Zelle or activate it to their own credit card. Most standard gift cards don't offer a built-in cash-out option.
Are there fees or expiration dates to worry about?
PerfectGift fund never expire and carry no monthly maintenance fee. Some standard gift cards apply a dormancy fee after a period of inactivity.
Can I add a video or audio message?
Yes. PerfectGift Better and Best tiers include a recorded audio or video message, so it feels personal before it's ever redeemed.
