Tired of slow shipping and complex VAT handling? Switch to Papello for UK-based printing, faster delivery times, and instant VAT invoices.
| Feature | Papello | Printful |
|---|---|---|
| UK Production | ✓ 100% UK-based | ⚠ Limited UK presence |
| UK Shipping Speed | ✓ 95% within 1-2 days | ⚠ 2-5 business days |
| VAT Invoices | ✓ Instant VAT invoices | ✗ Manual handling required |
| Printing Control | ✓ We print everything | ✓ Own facilities |
| Setup Fees | ✓ Free forever | ✓ Free |
| Pricing | ✓ Competitive, direct | ⚠ Mid-range |
| Premium Mockups | ✓ Free MockupKit access | ⚠ Basic mockups |
"I moved my Etsy shop from Printful to Papello and my 1-star reviews for shipping disappeared. UK customers now get their orders in 2-3 days instead of a week. Game changer for my business."
Sarah M., Etsy Seller
"The VAT invoices alone made the switch worth it. No more manual calculations and the quality is just as good as Printful. Plus, the MockupKit integration is brilliant."
James R., Shopify Store Owner
"Switched from Printful after getting too many complaints about slow shipping. Papello ships from the UK so my customers get their orders in days, not weeks. Customer satisfaction has gone up massively."
Emily T., WooCommerce Seller
"The sample pack convinced me to switch. Quality is excellent and the prices are competitive. Now all my UK orders arrive within 48 hours. My repeat customer rate has doubled."
David L., Independent Artist
All our printing happens in the UK, which means faster shipping for your UK customers, no customs delays, and a smaller carbon footprint. Printful routes many orders through international facilities.
We ship 95% of orders within 1-2 business days. UK customers typically receive their orders within 2-3 days total, compared to 5-7+ days with Printful. Happy customers mean more repeat orders.
As a UK-registered company, we provide instant VAT invoices for all orders. No more manual VAT calculations or tracking down documentation. Everything is automatic and compliant.
We print everything ourselves, eliminating middlemen and keeping costs down. This means better profit margins for your business without compromising on quality.
Free access to MockupKit premium mockups (worth £19/month). Create professional product listings that convert better than Printful's basic mockup generator.
We print everything we ship. This means consistent quality across all orders and no surprises. If there's ever an issue, we fix it directly without third-party delays.
We know switching providers is a big decision. That's why we offer a free sample pack of our premium paper stocks (just pay postage). Experience the quality for yourself before making any commitments.
Your free sample pack includes:
Want to sample finished products? Get 50% off your first sample order of any product.
Sign up for a free Papello account. There are no setup fees, no monthly subscriptions, and no commitments. You only pay when you make sales.
Connect your existing Etsy, Shopify, or WooCommerce store using our integrations. We support the same platforms as Printful, making the transition seamless.
Upload your artwork to your personal artwork library in the dashboard. Store and organise your designs to use when placing orders or creating product templates.
Run a few test orders to yourself to verify everything works correctly. Check the quality, packaging, and shipping speed.
You don't have to switch everything at once. Start with your best-selling products and gradually migrate the rest. Keep Printful active during the transition if needed.
Yes. We use professional-grade printing equipment and premium materials. Many of our customers who switched from Printful report equal or better quality. Order a sample pack to verify for yourself.
We offer a curated selection of the most popular print on demand products including posters, canvas prints, mugs, notebooks, and more. Browse our product catalogue to see what's available.
Absolutely. Many sellers run both providers simultaneously during the transition. There's no commitment or exclusivity requirement with Papello.
We ship worldwide from our UK facility. Whilst UK customers benefit from the fastest shipping, we offer competitive international shipping rates too. Many sellers use Papello for UK orders and other providers for international markets.
Most sellers complete the switch within a week. The actual setup takes a few hours - connecting your store, uploading designs, and testing a few orders. Many sellers start with a handful of products and expand from there.
For US shipping, we automatically add DPPD (Duties Prepaid) to all orders, which means your customers won't be charged duties and items are released from customs faster. This is added automatically when placing an order. *Local sales taxes may still apply*
Join hundreds of UK sellers who have already switched to Papello for faster shipping, instant VAT invoices, and better customer satisfaction. Start with zero risk by ordering a free sample pack today.
