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Are you about to switch from Resengo, Formitable or Tablebooker to Zenchef? Or are you already using Zenchef to manage your table reservations? Zenchef is a powerful reservation tool, but when it comes to gift cards, there\u2019s often much more potential to unlock. Think flexibility, creative designs, online and in-store sales, and in-depth insights into the performance of your gift cards.
In this blog, you’ll discover how Gifty takes your gift cards to the next level and why our system is the perfect addition to Zenchef.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n

How do Gifty and Zenchef compare?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While Zenchef focuses on managing table reservations, it offers limited options for gift card management. Gifty, on the other hand, is a dedicated gift card platform \u2014 making it the perfect Zenchef gift card alternative for restaurants and hospitality businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below you\u2019ll find a clear overview of the key differences between Gifty and Zenchef when it comes to selling, managing, and customizing gift cards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1<\/td>Gift cards in your branding<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>Order module on your website<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>Order module on Instagram<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>Digital gift cards<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u2705<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>Gift cards by post<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>Sell gift cards on-site<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>All gift cards in one system<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>Customizable designs<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>Packages (e.g. high tea, dinner for 2)<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>Personal message option<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
11<\/td>POS system integration<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
12<\/td>Detailed transaction overview<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
13<\/td>Reporting labels<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
14<\/td>Automatic inventory tracking<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
15<\/td>Multi-location support<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
16<\/td>Migrate existing codes<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
17<\/td>Fixed pricing, no commissions<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
18<\/td>Stripe account included<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
19<\/td>Promotional codes<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr>
20<\/td>Apple & Google Wallet support<\/td>\u2705<\/td>\u274c<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

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1. Gift cards in your branding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Gift cards are an extension of your brand. With Gifty, you can fully customize them to match your branding \u2014 from colors and logos to the packaging. This gives a professional appearance and ensures that your brand is recognized. A well-designed gift card is more than a payment method; it\u2019s a powerful marketing tool that represents your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imagine: a customer gives a gift card for a high tea at your place, packaged in a stylish envelope with your logo. The recipient is instantly excited by the professional look and wants to visit your business. That\u2019s the power of branded gift cards.


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2. Order module on your website<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Make it easy for customers to buy gift cards 24\/7 by adding an order module to your website. This not only increases sales but also provides a seamless experience. With just a few clicks, they can order a gift card directly through your site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more<\/a> about the Gifty order module.


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3. Instagram order module<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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