What’s the difference between a bill of exchange and a check?

The main difference between a bill of exchange (BOE) and a check, is that a check always requires a bank to satisfy the payment, whereas a BOE may or may not involve a bank to satisfy the payment. Also, checks are paid out on receival, whereas bills of exchange may specify payment in the future. Finally, while checks are intended for direct payment, bills of exchange simply outline the drawee’s indebtedness to the drawer.