CardKing vs ValueSwap: Which Should You Trade With?
Score by dimension
| Dimension | CardKing | ValueSwap |
|---|---|---|
| Gift card rates | 6.9 / 10 | 8.5 / 10ValueSwap wins |
| Payout speed | 9.0 / 10CardKing wins | 8.5 / 10 |
| Trade experience | 7.0 / 10 | 8.5 / 10ValueSwap wins |
| Support & disputes | 8.0 / 10 | 9.0 / 10ValueSwap wins |
| KYC & onboarding | N/A | N/A |
| Product quality | 8.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Other features | 7.5 / 10CardKing wins | 5.0 / 10 |
| Security & trust | 8.0 / 10CardKing wins | 4.0 / 10 |
| Reputation | 7.9 / 10CardKing wins | 5.0 / 10 |
| App reviews | 9.0 / 10 | 9.4 / 10ValueSwap wins |
| Overall | 7.9 / 10 | 7.3 / 10 |
Side-by-side facts
| Detail | CardKing | ValueSwap |
|---|---|---|
| Rate received (latest test) | CardKing’s rate page displayed ₦1,153.23 per dollar and stated that physical cards and e-codes had the same rate. That would give an expected payout of ₦11,532.30 for our $10 card. The completed trade paid ₦8,520, equal to ₦852 per dollar. We therefore received ₦3,012.30 less than the payout calculated from the displayed rate. | ValueSwap displayed a payout of ₦11,215 for our $10 US Razer Gold e-code, giving a rate of ₦1,121.50 per $1. The wallet received ₦11,215. After a ₦50 withdrawal deduction, ₦11,165 reached the bank account. |
| Tested payout time (latest test) | 2 minutes | 3 minutes |
| Bank withdrawal time (latest test) | 1 minute | 3 minutes |
| Support first response | 2 minutes | 5 minutes |
| Payout methods | Bank transfer, Cryptocurrency | Bank transfer, Cryptocurrency |
| Gift card types | Amazon, Apple / iTunes, PlayStation, Razer Gold, Sephora, Steam, Vanilla | Amazon, AMEX, Apple / iTunes, eBay, Footlocker, GameStop, Google Play, Nike, PlayStation, Razer Gold, Roblox, Sephora, Steam, Vanilla, Xbox |
| KYC requirements | CardKing did not request identity verification during our test. The account was created using an email address and password. | ValueSwap did not ask us to complete identity verification. Registration required a name, email address and password, while the referral and country fields were optional. |
| Fee structure | No trading or withdrawal fee was recorded. | A ₦50 deduction applied during withdrawal |
Frequently asked questions
Is CardKing or ValueSwap better overall?
CardKing is better overall. It scores 7.9 out of 10 against 7.3 for ValueSwap, based on our own trades on both platforms.
Which gives a better gift card rate, CardKing or ValueSwap?
ValueSwap rated better on the card we traded. Our gift card rates score is 6.9 for CardKing and 8.5 for ValueSwap. Rates move daily and vary by card type and denomination, so compare rates per dollar before you sell.
Which pays out faster, CardKing or ValueSwap?
CardKing paid out faster in our test: 2 minutes to complete the trade against 3 minutes on ValueSwap. That is the tested payout time, measured from card submission to the trade value being credited; a later bank withdrawal is recorded separately.
Which has faster customer support, CardKing or ValueSwap?
CardKing replied first. Support took 2 minutes to answer at CardKing and 5 minutes at ValueSwap when we contacted them during testing.
Which should I use, CardKing or ValueSwap?
Use ValueSwap if the rate matters most, and CardKing if you want the trade completed quickly. ValueSwap scored higher on gift card rates and CardKing scored higher on payout speed.