A loan and a credit line are both methods of borrowing money, but they operate in slightly different ways. With a credit line, you have access to a specific credit limit, which represents the maximum amount of money you can borrow whenever you need it. You can withdraw money from your credit line in any amount and only pay interest on the withdrawn funds. You have the flexibility to repay the borrowed amount in parts or in full.
On the other hand, a loan is a one-time lump sum of money that is transferred directly to your personal bank account. When you apply for a loan, you choose a fixed repayment schedule and a specific period of time to pay it back. You will make regular loan repayments, including interest, based on this predetermined schedule until the loan is fully paid off.