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Offset vs Digital: Choosing the Right Printing Method for Your Boxes

Offset vs Digital: Choosing the Right Printing Method for Your Boxes

When it comes to custom box printing, the method you choose affects everything—cost, quality, turnaround, and even sustainability. Let’s break down the two most common types:

When it comes to custom box printing, the method you choose affects everything—cost, quality, turnaround, and even sustainability. Let’s break down the two most common types:

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Offset Printing

Best for high-volume orders
Offers superior color accuracy and detail
Higher upfront cost, but cheaper per unit in bulk

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Digital Printing

Ideal for short runs or prototypes
Faster turnaround time
Great for variable data and custom artwork per box

Which one should you choose?

If you're a growing brand needing flexibility and fast iterations—go digital. If you're printing thousands of boxes with consistent artwork, offset gives you better value and print fidelity.

Pro tip

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Talk to your packaging supplier about hybrid options. Some projects can benefit from a combination of both.

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