Giftvane vs PW Gift Cards
How Giftvane compares to the popular WooCommerce gift card plugins.
Feature comparison overview
| Feature | Giftvane | PW Gift Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Any product as a gift card | Yes | Yes |
| Unique code emailed to recipient | Yes | Yes |
| Checkout redemption | Yes | Yes |
| Balance + partial redemption (store credit) | Yes | Yes |
| Customizable code email | Yes | - |
| Open source (GPLv2) | Yes | Core GPL |
| Paid plan price | from €29/yr | Free + ~$50/yr |
Competitor data and pricing as of June 2026; check the vendors' sites for current pricing.
Why choose Giftvane?
Transparent pricing
Full core features are free and open source. Paid licenses come with honest renewal rates and no hidden vendor lock-in.
Performance and CWV focus
Built without heavy external JavaScript libraries or layout shifts. Designed to keep mobile PageSpeed scores high.
Modern WooCommerce ready
Tested with High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS), Cart and Checkout Blocks, and the latest PHP versions.
WooCommerce gift cards: store credit with emailed codes
Step-by-step setup guide, architectural best practices, and store workflow recommendations.
Compare against other solutions
Frequently asked questions
How does Giftvane compare to YITH Gift Cards and PW Gift Cards?
All three sell WooCommerce gift cards. Giftvane covers emailed codes, checkout redemption and store-credit balances free; YITH charges ~$129.99/yr and PW from ~$50/yr. Giftvane PRO starts at €29/yr. Pricing as of June 2026.
Is Giftvane a direct alternative to PW Gift Cards?
Yes. Both plugins address similar store workflows in WooCommerce. Giftvane focuses on a clean open-source core, no jQuery dependency, full HPOS compatibility, and predictable pricing.
Ready to try Giftvane?
Giftvane lets you sell gift cards in WooCommerce. After purchase the recipient gets a redeemable code by email that reduces their order total like a discount at checkout. The plugin handles the card balance.