The best gift voucher for 2025 is the dematerialized multi-brand e-voucher, as it combines URSSAF exemption, partial use, and access to over 800 brands including Amazon, Fnac, and Décathlon.
Comparison 2025: gift voucher or gift card?
It’s hard to navigate between Kadéos, Tir Groupé, Bimpli, or CultureCarte: the following table summarizes the strengths and weaknesses of the most distributed offers this year.
| Solution 🎁 | Type | Number of partner brands | Partial use | URSSAF exemption | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadéos (Edenred) ⭐ | Multi-brand voucher | +1,000 (Amazon, BHV, Leroy Merlin…) | Yes | Yes, self-configuration | 9.2/10 |
| Bimpli Cado Extra | Multi-brand voucher | 900 (Sephora, Décathlon, Uber Eats…) | Yes | Yes | 9/10 |
| Tir Groupé | Paper & e-voucher | 800 (Fnac, Groupe Galeries Lafayette…) | Partial | Yes | 8.7/10 |
| CultureCarte | Cultural voucher | 6,000 venues (cinemas, bookstores…) | No | Yes | 8.2/10 |
| Amazon Gift Card | Single-brand | Amazon | Yes | No (bonus) | 8/10 |
- 🥇 Kadéos remains the reference for large companies.
- 💸 Bimpli appeals to SMEs thanks to lower management fees.
- 📚 CultureCarte satisfies show lovers.
- 🛍️ Amazon or Fnac cards target a specific need but without social advantage.
Tutorial video: how to activate an e-voucher in 30 s?
A visual demonstration always speeds up getting started:
How dematerialized gift vouchers work and their benefits
The digital voucher is purchased from a platform like Emile’s then distributed by email or app; it is then spent “à la carte” at Cdiscount, Sephora, or Uber Eats via a unique code.
- 🕒 Time saving: no more paper management and mailing.
- 💡 Automatic URSSAF configuration: avoids ceiling errors, explained in detail here: optimizing your gift vouchers.
- 🔄 Split spending: €30 on Amazon, €20 at Décathlon… at the employee’s pace.
- 🌍 Real-time updates: new brands added every month.
An OpinionWay survey (April 2025) confirms that 82% of recipients prefer a multi-brand voucher to a cash bonus thanks to this freedom of purchase.
Limitations to know before buying
- 📅 Usage linked to event (Christmas, back-to-school) otherwise contributions apply.
- 🛑 Some brands (ticketing) blocked outside cultural events.
- 🤷♂️ Less personalized than a dedicated Sephora or Fnac card.
Single-brand gift cards: the personalized touch
Perfect for targeting passions: high-tech at Fnac ️⃣, DIY at Leroy Merlin🔨 or decor at BHV🖼️.
- 🎯 Precise targeting of employee tastes: jogging fan Julien receives Décathlon.
- 🔐 Controlled budget, valid for 3 years on average.
- 💰 Emile’s discounts: up to −12% on Uber Eats cards, −7% at Groupe Galeries Lafayette.
To avoid post-holiday disappointment, these cards can be legally resold, as explained in our guide: reselling gifts.
Company example: the SME “Artis & Co”
This company with 60 employees mixed 70% multi-brand vouchers and 30% Sephora cards for its marketing team. Result:
- 😊 +12% satisfaction on the internal barometer.
- 🏷️ €1,300 savings thanks to partner discounts.
Choosing the best gift voucher for your team
Before confirming an order, three key criteria make the difference.
- ⚖️ URSSAF compatibility: check threshold automation.
- 🌐 Brand network: Amazon, Cdiscount, Fnac, and Uber Eats must be in the catalog.
- 📊 Reporting: track consumption to adjust next year.
| Criteria | Question to ask 💡 | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Management fees | Are the fees fixed or percentage based? | Direct savings 🚀 |
| Recipient support | 24/7 hotline? | Employee experience 😊 |
| Reload conditions | Reload possible or not? | Annual flexibility 🔄 |
For a more detailed choice, the Tir Groupé vs Edenred comparison is available here: Tir Groupé or Edenred?
Travel inspiration network
Gift vouchers can also finance souvenirs; stores in Strasbourg or Metz often accept local multi-brand cards.
FAQ
- What is the difference between a gift voucher and a gift card?
The multi-brand voucher covers several brands, benefits from social exemption, and can be spent multiple times; the card is linked to a single brand but offers more personalization. - What URSSAF ceilings apply in 2025?
The threshold remains indexed at 5% of the monthly Social Security ceiling per event, i.e. €194; practical details here: ceiling 2025. - Can I offer a back-to-school gift voucher in January?
No, it must be distributed within the period immediately related to the event to keep the exemption. - How to use an e-voucher on Amazon?
Copy the code into “Add a gift card” during checkout; the balance will appear automatically. - What to do with an unused gift voucher?
Resell it on a secure platform or exchange it for a specific gift card; our guide: Vinted gift card.
