Have a Pint on Me vs OneOnMe, BEVUP, and gift cards
Venue drink apps (OneOnMe, BEVUP, and similar) buy a real menu item at a participating bar. Gift cards buy retailer credit. Have a Pint on Me sends the local value of a pint wallet-to-wallet — no accounts, 100+ countries, no platform fee. Pick based on whether you need a venue redemption or a cross-border gesture.
Quick comparison
| Option | What you send | Where it works | Accounts? | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OneOnMe / venue apps | Specific drink at a venue | Partner bars (often US-heavy) | Usually yes | They’re at a known bar tonight |
| BEVUP-style apps | Venue drink/snack | Selected cities/countries | Often yes | In-network venues |
| Gift cards | Store credit | One retailer/country | Often yes | Same-country shopping |
| Have a Pint on Me | Local pint value | 100+ countries | No | Mates abroad, any wallet |
When a venue app wins
If your friend is at a participating bar and you want them to redeem a specific cocktail on the menu, a venue app is the better fit. You’re buying a real pour at a real till.
When gift cards fall short
Gift cards expire, lock to geography, and rarely feel like “I owe you a pint.” They’re weak for expats and remote teammates.
When Have a Pint on Me wins
They’re in another country, you don’t share a venue network, and you want the social unit of a pint — priced locally, paid via PayPal, Revolut, or Wise. No sign-up for either of you. See how it works.