How Does Metro Cardz Compare?
A transparent, feature-by-feature comparison of every loyalty option available to Indian businesses today.
| Feature | Best Value Metro Cardz | Paper Stamp Card | WhatsApp Blasts Only | Loyalty Loop / Stamp Me | Enterprise CRM (Salesforce etc.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Physical PVC Cards (printed) | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Digital card (no app needed) | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ App required | ✅ |
| QR code scanning | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Loyalty points engine | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Coupon codes & vouchers | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ Limited | ✅ |
| Scratch cards / Lucky draws | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| WhatsApp campaigns | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ | ⚠️ Add-on | ⚠️ Add-on |
| Expiry auto-reminders | ✅ | ❌ | ⚠️ Manual | ⚠️ Add-on | ✅ |
| Google Wallet pass | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ Connector |
| Analytics & CSV export | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ Basic | ✅ |
| Multi-outlet / multi-user | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ Limited | ✅ |
| Referral engine | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ⚠️ Custom dev |
| Card inventory tracking | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| India-local support | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ HQ in AU/SG | ❌ Global support |
| Setup time | < 1 hour | Instant | Days | 1–2 days | 3–6 months |
| Monthly cost (entry) | ₹299/mo | ₹0 (but no retention) | ₹500–₹2000/mo | ₹1,500–₹5,000/mo | ₹50,000+/mo |
Why Metro Cardz Wins for Indian Businesses
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India-First Pricing
Priced in INR, built for Indian SMEs. Starting at ₹299/month — not $29. No forex conversion risk.
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Physical + Digital
The only platform that handles both printed PVC cards and digital wallet passes — a full card lifecycle.
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Local Support
Support via WhatsApp in IST business hours. Talk to a real person who understands Indian business culture.