IDGod vs OldIronsidesFakes - Which is Better Value?
I've used both IDGod and OldIronsidesFakes over the past few months, so I figured I'd drop a detailed comparison for anyone trying to decide where to spend their money. Honestly, the short version is: if you're just hitting college bars or grabbing the occasional six-pack from the liquor store, IDGod will do the job and save you some cash. But if you need something that'll hold up under closer inspection or you're in a hurry, OIF is the better bet.
Ordering Timeline
With IDGod, my order took about three and a half weeks from payment to mailbox. That's including the production queue and standard shipping — nothing express. OIF was noticeably quicker: I had my IDs in hand after just under two weeks. They're known for faster turnaround, and honestly, my experience matched that reputation. Keep in mind both vendors can have delays around holidays or big drops, so plan accordingly.
Packaging and Stealth
IDGod sent my order in a plain white bubble mailer with no return address on the label — just a generic barcode. Inside, the IDs were sandwiched between two pieces of cardboard, no extras. OIF used a small padded envelope with a fake business name on the return — something like "Apex Printing Solutions". The IDs were wrapped in a thin piece of foam, which felt a bit more secure. Both came through customs with no issues, but OIF's decoy return address gives me a little more peace of mind if I ever had to explain a package.
Communication Speed
IDGod's support is notoriously slow. I sent one email asking about an order status update and got a reply four days later — short and to the point. OIF answered my questions within a few hours via their ticket system, and the response was actually helpful. If you're the type who needs reassurance or has specific requests, OIF wins here hands down.
Value for Money (VFM) Rating
For the price, IDGod is a solid 8/10. You're paying less and getting something that's perfectly fine for low-stakes use. OIF costs more, but the quality justifies it — I'd give it an 8 as well, but for a different reason: better materials, faster shipping, and better communication make it a good deal for what you're getting.
Pros and Cons
IDGod Pros: It's cheap enough to buy a few backups, decent enough for dim college bars, and they offer a lot of state options. Cons: slow shipping, barely any support, and the feel/thickness can be off — I've seen bars glance at mine and let it slide, but a bouncer with a loupe would probably call it out. The microprint and UV are okay but not perfect.
OIF Pros: It has faster turnaround, better stealth, and the IDs feel more rigid like a real state-issued license. The holograms shift correctly and the raised text is more defined. They also stand up better to the bend test. Cons: higher price, and if you're only using them at easy spots, you're paying for features you don't really need.
Bottom Line
If your budget is tight and you're only going to places that barely check, IDGod is fine — save your money. But if you plan on hitting strict clubs or want one less thing to worry about, OIF is worth the extra cash. I personally keep a couple IDs from each vendor in different names, so I'm covered either way.
