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Switch from Printify to Papello for reliable UK print on demand

The Best Printify Alternative for UK Businesses

Tired of inconsistent quality from third-party suppliers? Switch to Papello where we print everything ourselves - ensuring consistent quality, faster shipping, and better support.

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Switch from Printify to Papello for reliable UK print on demand

Why Switch from Printify to Papello?

FeaturePapelloPrintify
Direct Printing Control✓
We print everything
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Third-party suppliers
Quality Consistency✓
Consistent quality
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Varies by supplier
UK Production✓
100% UK-based
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Depends on supplier
Shipping Speed✓
95% within 1-2 days
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Varies by supplier
VAT Invoices✓
Instant VAT invoices
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Varies by supplier
Customer Support✓
Direct support
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Via platform only
Premium Mockups✓
Free MockupKit access
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Basic mockups

What Switchers Are Saying

★★★★★

"I moved my Etsy shop from Printify to Papello and my 1-star reviews for quality issues disappeared. With Printify I never knew which supplier would fulfil my order. With Papello, every order is consistent."

Rachel K., Etsy Seller

★★★★★

"The difference is night and day. Printify's third-party suppliers were so inconsistent - some orders great, some terrible. Papello prints everything themselves so the quality is always spot on."

Mark T., Shopify Store Owner

★★★★★

"With Printify I was constantly chasing different suppliers for issues. Now with Papello I just contact one support team who actually prints my products. So much easier."

Lisa P., WooCommerce Seller

★★★★★

"Printify's pricing seemed good but quality varied wildly. After switching to Papello, my customer complaints dropped by 80%. Worth every penny."

Tom H., Independent Artist

Top Reasons to Switch from Printify

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Direct Printing - No Third Parties

Unlike Printify's marketplace model with multiple suppliers, Papello prints everything ourselves. This means consistent quality, faster fulfilment, and one point of contact for support.

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Consistent Quality Every Time

Stop worrying about which supplier will fulfil your order. Every product we ship meets the same high standards because we control the entire production process.

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UK-Based Production

All printing happens in our UK facility. This means faster shipping to UK customers, instant VAT invoices, and no surprise customs delays that hurt your reviews.

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Predictable Shipping Times

95% of orders ship within 1-2 business days - every time. No more guessing which supplier is slow this week or dealing with inconsistent fulfilment times.

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Better Customer Support

When you have an issue, you speak directly to the people who print your products. No more being stuck between Printify and their suppliers when something goes wrong.

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Instant VAT Invoices

As a UK-registered company, we provide instant VAT invoices for every order. No more chasing different suppliers or dealing with missing documentation.

Worried About Quality? Try Our Free Sample Pack

We understand the frustration of inconsistent quality from third-party suppliers. That's why we offer a free sample pack of our premium paper stocks (just pay postage). See the difference that direct printing makes before you commit to switching.

Your free sample pack includes:

  • ✓Premium paper stock samples for posters and prints
  • ✓Metallic foil print samples
  • ✓Premium stationery paper samples
  • ✓Canvas and wrapping paper samples
  • ✓Just pay postage - sample pack is free

Want to sample finished products? Get 50% off your first sample order of any product.

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The Printify Problem: Why Direct Printing Matters

Inconsistent Quality

Printify connects you to dozens of different suppliers. Whilst this sounds good in theory, it means:

  • •Each supplier has different quality standards
  • •One order might be great, the next one disappointing
  • •You can't reliably set customer expectations

Variable Shipping Times

Different suppliers mean unpredictable fulfilment:

  • •Some orders ship in 2 days, others take a week
  • •Customer complaints about slow shipping hurt your brand
  • •You can't promise reliable delivery times

Support Nightmare

When something goes wrong with a Printify order:

  • •You're stuck between Printify and the supplier
  • •Resolution takes longer because of the middleman
  • •Different suppliers have different policies

The Papello Difference

We print everything ourselves in our UK facility. Every order meets the same high standards. Every order ships within 1-2 days. Every issue is resolved directly by the people who made your product. No surprises, no inconsistency, no middlemen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Papello have as many products as Printify?

We offer a curated selection of the most popular print on demand products. Whilst Printify lists hundreds of products from different suppliers (with varying quality), we focus on doing fewer products exceptionally well. Browse our product catalogue to see what's available.

Can I test Papello before fully switching from Printify?

Yes, absolutely. Start by ordering a sample pack to verify quality. Then run a few test orders alongside your Printify setup. Many sellers gradually migrate their best-selling products whilst keeping Printify for products we don't offer.

What if my customers are outside the UK?

We ship worldwide from our UK facility. UK customers get the fastest shipping (1-2 days), but we offer competitive international shipping too. Many sellers use Papello for UK and EU orders and other providers for distant markets.

Is the quality really better than Printify suppliers?

We don't claim to be better than every Printify supplier. However, we guarantee consistent quality on every order because we control the entire process. With Printify, you're gambling on which supplier fulfils your order. Order a sample pack to judge for yourself.

Do I need to pay a subscription like Printify Premium?

No. Papello is completely free to use. There are no setup fees, no monthly subscriptions, and no premium tiers. You only pay when you make sales. We offer features like free MockupKit access and instant VAT invoices to all users at no extra cost.

What about US shipping and customs duties?

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*

Ready to Leave Third-Party Suppliers Behind?

Join UK sellers who switched from Printify to Papello for consistent quality, predictable shipping, and direct support. No more supplier roulette. Just reliable, UK-based print on demand.

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