The 10 Best Gift Cards for Everyone You Know

Let’s be honest: buying gifts isn’t hard – buying the right gift is. You want something thoughtful, flexible and actually useful that won’t end up gathering dust at the back of their drawer. That’s where eGift Cards shine. They give choice, arrive instantly and please…well… everyone! From employees to your friends to your mum, the sky’s the limit. Here are the top 10 at your fingertips. 

To make things easier, we’ve rounded up the best eGift Cards in Australia, organised by who you’re buying for – and the best part? They’re all available in GroupTogether’s extensive Gift Store. So it’s time to – in the words of Regina George – get in loser, we’re going shopping!

Best Gift Cards for Employees

Stop buying the same “Best Employee” mug for your team every year – they didn’t use it last year and they won’t use it this year! eGift Cards are the perfect way to show your appreciation by giving them the gift of choice. After all, they know best what they’ll get the most enjoyment and use out of. 

Plus, when your team is spread across cities or time zones, a great eGift Card bridges the distance – instantly. Here are two of Australia’s favourite choices when it comes to employee gifting. 

1: JB Hi-Fi eGift Card

Best for: Tech lovers, remote workers, hybrid teams

A JB Hi-Fi eGift Card is a safe bet — but in the best possible way. From headphones and keyboards to home tech and music, there’s something for everyone – whether it’s your admin expert who says you can pry their DVDs from their cold dead hands or your tech-savvy intern who’s after the latest gaming gadget, they’ll find what they’re after here. 

Why it works:

• Huge product range
• Ideal for home office upgrades
• Appeals across age groups and interests
• Easy to redeem online

2. Apple eGift Card

Best for: Creatives, tech lovers, music and film lovers

An Apple eGift Card is the doorway to creativity, fun and – most importantly – choice. From a library of media – we’re talking music, movies, TV shows and podcasts – to all the latest in tech, this is the perfect gift card for employees, particularly when you don’t quite know what they like but you have a general idea. Take music, for instance – it fuels workdays and downtime alike, making an Apple eGift Card thoughtful and universally enjoyed without being intrusive. It’s near impossible to go wrong when the choices are so varied – whether you’ve got a metalhead or a classical music afficionado on your hands, we’ve got you. 

Why it works:

• Supports productivity and relaxation
• No physical delivery required
• Great for international or remote teams
• Works for all personality types

Best Gift Cards for Colleagues

If you’ve been wracking your brain looking for gift ideas for colleagues, look no further. We know it can feel like being stuck between a rock and a hard place – after all, work gifts should feel friendly but professional. Not awkward, not overly personal – but that doesn’t mean generic or boring! Take a look at two of Australia’s absolute favourite eGift Cards – plus why they take the cake for easy gifting for colleagues. 

3. David Jones eGift Card

Best for: Corporate gifting, milestone celebrations, promotions

David Jones offers everything from fashion to homewares, making it a strong all-rounder for workplace gifting.

Why it works:

• Premium but versatile – basically, it doesn’t look like you skimped out!
• Suitable for any gender or age
• Easy to use both online and in-store
• Feels thoughtful without being too personal

Now if you need a little help writing your gift card messages for colleagues, make sure you enlist our AI Magic Message Writer on your next group card. Birthdays, colleague and employee appreciation, farewells – we do them all. 

4. Home Hardware eGift Card

Best for: Practical colleagues, hands-on types, new homeowners

Few gifts spark as much joy (and weekend plans) as a Home Hardware eGift Card – but remember to know your audience! This will be an absolute hit if your colleague is a DIY expert or gardening guru, but may fall flat if they’re more of a bookworm or movie buff. 

Why it works:

• Great for DIY, home projects and gardens
• Practical yet fun
• Appeals to renters and homeowners alike
• Perfect for long-term usefulness – the opposite of your classic mug!

Best Gift Cards for Friends & Family

When you know someone well, but still want to give them freedom of choice, you can’t go wrong with an eGift Card. In fact, sometimes shopping for friends and family can be more of a minefield than workplace connections. 

5. Myer eGift Card

Best for: Birthdays, holidays, family celebrations

Myer’s wide range makes it ideal for family gifting – from fashion and beauty to home and tech. They’ve even got a range of premium confectionary for those who have a sweet tooth. It’s a well-established, classic Aussie name with a range of both upmarket and more down-to-earth brands to suit easy-going and picky relatives alike.  

Why it works:

• Massive range of products from fashion and furniture to beauty and books
• Suitable for all ages
• Reliable national retailer
• Easy to pair with a group card and collection

So, for maximum variety, try a Myer eGift Card. 

6. Dymocks eGift Card

Best for: Avid readers, children, mixed tastes, “hard-to-buy-for” people

A Dymocks eGift Card is consistently an Australian favourite – as one of our biggest book retailers, it’s the perfect way to send the bookworms among your friends and family to paradise. While this is for a specific audience – and you probably already know the people in your life who would LOVE this gift – there are also a number of fun games and accessories to be found at Dymocks. 

Why it works:

• Lets recipients choose the books they love.
• Reduces guesswork when you know they love reading but aren’t sure what they love reading.
• Ideal for group gifting.
• Feels considerate – they’ll appreciate that you noticed their interests. (On that note, be sure that reading is their interest – don’t leave your phonic-phobic friends scratching their heads in confusion!).

Best Gift Cards for Neighbours and Community

Small gestures go a long way, especially when you want to say thanks without overdoing it. Neighbours can be a particularly tough crowd to shop for – you may see them every day on your way to work, but how much do you really know about them? That’s why a more general, universally-loved eGift Card is your answer. Take a look at our faves.

7. Woolworths eGift Card

Best for: New neighbours, practical thank-yous, community gifting

Sometimes the best gift is one that genuinely helps – who doesn’t want their weekly shop sorted? Especially in this economy! That’s why a Woolworths eGift Card can be a lifesaver for your neighbours. 

Why it works:

• Useful for everyday essentials
• Versatile options like hardware, tech, books and household items
• Universally appreciated
• No pressure or awkwardness
• Works for all households

Plus, you won’t have to feel so bad the next time you knock on their door to ask for eggs! 

8. Café Choice eGift Card

Best for: Friendly neighbours, local heroes, casual appreciation

Cafés are a lifestyle down under, so you really can’t go wrong with a Café eGift Card that they can use at all their favourite stores. Plus, coffee is a social currency that keeps the world running (well, if your name is Lorelai Gilmore!). We’d recommend making sure your neighbour is a café regular first – if you hear the words “coffee” or “tea” and “IV” in the same sentence, you’re good to go.  

Why it works:

• Encourages a treat or catch-up
• Casual and friendly
• Easy to redeem
• Actually useful
• Perfect for small but meaningful gifts

Best Gift Cards for Partners

These are for moments when you want your gift to feel personal and well-thought out.

9. Sephora eGift Card

Best for: Partners who love beauty, skincare and self-care

Sephora gives your partner the joy of choosing something indulgent – without the risk of getting it wrong or having to spoil the surprise by asking them for some safe options. 

Why it works:

• Premium feel
• Highly personal choice
• Ideal for birthdays or anniversaries
• Encourages a little self-care moment

10. Restaurant Choice eGift Card

Best for: Date nights, shared experiences, food lovers

Sometimes the best gift isn’t a thing – it’s time together. What better way to ask your loved one out on a date night than to have them virtually unwrap it? Now the only trouble is deciding on a restaurant! (The world is your oyster!) 

Why it works:

• Turns a gift into a shared experience
• Easy, thoughtful and memorable
• Shows you want to spend time with them
• Works for spontaneous or planned dates
• Less “stuff”, more moments
• Versatile – works at countless restaurants in Australia 

Yep, our smart tech recognises the establishment you’re using the card at, so all you have to do is pick a place! From a harbourside high-brow spot to a cosy, down-to-earth hole in the wall, our Restaurant Choice eGift Card has you covered.

Runners-Up: More Amazing eGift Card Options

So, these didn’t quite make the top 10, but they’re still great picks for the important people in your life.

• Uber Eats eGift Card: Perfect for busy weeks and cosy nights in.
• H&M eGift Card: For fashionistas who’d like a wardrobe makeover.
• THE ICONIC eGift Card: Give your friends and family the gift of fashion.
• Event Cinemas eGift Card: Ideal for experiences over things, especially for the movie buffs in your world.
• Airbnb eGift Card: Perfect for encouraging loved ones to take a break. 

Pro Tip: Pair an eGift Card and a Greeting Card with GroupTogether

The best gifts combine choice and connection – all wrapped together as a beautiful, virtual experience. With GroupTogether, you can:

• Easily collect money to put towards an eGift Card from the group
• Add a group card - collect messages when everyone chips in
• Send an eGift Card and greeting card just from you
• Deliver everything digitally and instantly
• Use our AI Magic Message Writer to craft the perfect message – for anyone! 

The result? A gift that feels personal and effortless.

The Ultimate Gift Card: Can’t Choose? Don’t. That’s What the AnyCard Is For. 

If reading this list made is making you dizzy with choices – good news. You don’t have to choose at all.

That’s exactly why GroupTogether’s AnyCard exists – it’s the wild card of online gifting. 

Instead of locking your recipient into a single brand, the AnyCard lets them decide. They receive one digital gift card and can swap it for their preferred brand from the GroupTogether Gift Store – whether that’s tech, fashion, beauty, groceries, dining or something else entirely.

Why the AnyCard works so well:

• Zero guesswork – no stressing over preferences.
• Recipient-led choice – they pick what suits them.
• Feels thoughtful, not generic.
• Instant digital delivery (perfect for last-minute gifting).
• Ideal for group collections where tastes vary.
• Zero card loading fees – it’s free to send.

It’s especially handy when:

• You’re gifting on behalf of a large team.
• You don’t know the recipient well (but you don’t want to phone it in).
• You’re buying for someone who already has everything.
• You want flexibility without losing the personal touch.

Pair it with a GroupTogether card and you get the best of both worlds: a heartfelt greeting card, plus total freedom for the recipient.

No disappointment, no returns and absolutely no awkward requests for a Yankee Swap. (Those never go well, just ask Jim Halpert!) 

Just a genuinely good gift. Yep, it’s that easy. 

Keen to get ahead of the game? Get started today. 

FAQ: You Ask, We Answer

Q: Can I use a GroupTogether eGift Card for multiple retailers?

A: Yes! The AnyCard option allows recipients to swap their credit for any retailer eGift Card in the GroupTogether Gift Store – that’s over 100 retailers! This gives them ultimate flexibility and removes the stress of choosing wrong. 

Q: Is there a minimum spend for an eGift Card?

Most digital eGift Cards start at around $5 or $20, but the minimum depends on the retailer you choose. You can always check the available denominations when purchasing your eGift Card.

Q: Can I add messages and photos?

A: Absolutely! Each GroupTogether eGift Card can include a digital group card, where your team, friends or family can add:

• Personal messages
• Photos and GIFs
• Inside jokes

It’s a thoughtful touch that makes your digital gift feel personal and heartfelt.

Q: How long does it take for the recipient to get the eGift Card?

A: Most digital gift cards are sent instantly, so it’s perfect for last-minute gifting, remote teams or long-distance family and friends.

Q: Can I use eGift Cards for remote employees?

A: Yes! In fact, digital gift cards are ideal for distributed teams. They give the recipient the flexibility to choose something they really want.

Q: Can multiple people contribute to one eGift Card?

A: Definitely. That’s one of the best things about GroupTogether eGift Cards – you can pool contributions online from multiple colleagues, friends or family members to put towards an eGift Card.

Q: What makes GroupTogether eGift Cards different from other online gift cards?

A: GroupTogether combines choice and connection:

• 100+ eGift Card retailer options
• Greeting card included – either just from you or a digital group card
• You can easily collect money from multiple people
• Instant delivery and free tracking with no physical shipping required
• The AnyCard lets the recipient choose their own eGift Card/s

It’s gift-giving made simple.