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Corrugated Packaging
Subscription Boxes
Custom subscription boxes built for a repeat unboxing moment
Custom subscription boxes with inside and outside printing, inserts and consistent colour for every monthly or quarterly drop. MOQ from 100 boxes, free design and dieline support, 12–15 business day production.
- Minimum order
- 100 boxes
- Production
- 12–15 business days
- Quote reply
- within 1 hour (business hours)
✓ Free design & dieline support · ✓ Free sample kit on orders of 10,000+ units
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Buyer guide
What are subscription boxes?
A subscription box is opened every month by the same customer, so the packaging carries your brand more than any one product inside. Most subscription boxes are custom mailer boxes: they ship on their own, open like a present and protect the contents in transit.
The best subscription boxes are designed for the reveal. Printing the inside of the lid with a message, pattern or social handle turns each delivery into a shareable unboxing moment. Die-cut inserts hold items in place so the box arrives looking exactly as you packed it.
Because you reorder regularly, colour consistency matters. We keep your approved dieline, colour references and specifications on file so repeat orders match the previous run.
Size guide
Popular sizes for subscription boxes
Typical subscription box sizes. We size to your largest planned box contents.
| Use | Inches (L x W x D) | Millimetres | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beauty & skincare set | 8 x 6 x 2" | 203 x 152 x 51 mm | 2-3 bottles, sample kits |
| Standard ecommerce | 9 x 6 x 3" | 229 x 152 x 76 mm | Candles, supplements, small gifts |
| Folded apparel | 10 x 8 x 4" | 254 x 203 x 102 mm | T-shirts, socks bundles, gift sets |
| Flat apparel | 12 x 9 x 3" | 305 x 229 x 76 mm | Shirts, hoodies, books |
| Subscription box | 12 x 10 x 4" | 305 x 254 x 102 mm | Monthly boxes, curated kits |
| Large bundle | 14 x 10 x 4" | 356 x 254 x 102 mm | Multi-item orders, shoes |
Material
Board options for subscription boxes
Pick the lightest board that protects your product — it keeps both the box price and the shipping cost down.
F-flute (micro flute)
about 0.8 mm
Light retail mailers under 0.5 kg, sharpest print
E-flute
about 1.1–1.6 mm
Most ecommerce mailers up to about 2–3 kg
B-flute
about 2.5–3 mm
Heavier or fragile items, courier-heavy routes
E/B double wall
about 4–4.5 mm
Glass, ceramics and high-value shipments
Printing & finishing
Printing options for subscription boxes
Inside lid message
Welcome notes, social handles or a monthly theme printed inside the lid.
Seasonal sleeves or stickers
Keep one box design and change a sleeve or sticker for each edition.
Die-cut inserts
Card or corrugated inserts that hold each item in place.
Full-colour outside
Bold branded outside printing for social-media-ready unboxing.
Pricing
What affects the price of subscription boxes?
1
Inserts
Custom inserts add material and die-cutting, but protect items and improve presentation.
2
Inside + outside print
Two-sided printing costs more than outside only.
3
Order rhythm
Ordering a quarter or half-year of boxes at once lowers the unit price.
4
Size
Designing one size that fits every edition avoids multiple set-ups.
How to save
Ways to lower your cost per box
- Design one standard box and change a sleeve or sticker each month
- Order several months of boxes in one production run
- Use a shared insert layout that fits most of your product mix
Compare styles
Is this the right box style?
| Style | Choose it if… |
|---|---|
| Mailer box (roll end tuck front) | You want a premium unboxing and the box ships on its own |
| Shipping box (regular slotted) | You pack several items and want the lowest cost per box |
| Folding carton | The product sits on a shelf and ships inside an outer carton |
| Rigid box | The box itself is part of a luxury gift and ships inside a mailer |
Quote checklist
What to send for an accurate quote
Send these details and we reply within 1 hour (business hours) with pricing and a free dieline.
- 1List the largest set of items you will ship in one box
- 2Decide whether you need a fixed insert or loose fill
- 3Plan inside-lid artwork and any seasonal changes
- 4Tell us your monthly volume and reorder rhythm
- 5Share brand colour references for consistent reorders
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Product Details
Why choose Subscription Boxes?
Subscription Boxes help brands improve presentation, product safety, customer experience and professional shelf impact.
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Custom Size
Produced according to product dimensions, structure and packing requirement.
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Material Guidance
E-Flute Corrugated Board, B-Flute Corrugated Board and other professional material options can be selected according to product use.
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Printing Support
CMYK, Pantone, inside/outside printing and brand-focused artwork support.
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Finishing Options
Matte Lamination, Gloss Lamination and other finishing options are available for better brand presentation.
Buyer Trust
Built for serious packaging buyers.
Printy Packaging is designed to help brands understand packaging options clearly before moving toward quote and production planning.
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Our website is built for USA, UK, Canada, Europe, UAE and worldwide custom packaging inquiries.
Material & Finish Guidance
We help explain paperboard, kraft, corrugated stock, rigid board, lamination, foil, embossing and spot UV.
Product Page Direction
Buyers can explore products, categories, markets and packaging guides before submitting an inquiry.
Materials
E-Flute Corrugated Board
B-Flute Corrugated Board
Micro Flute Board
3 Ply Corrugated Board
5 Ply Corrugated Board
White Back / Kraft Corrugated Board
Finishing Options
Matte Lamination
Gloss Lamination
Soft Touch Lamination
Spot UV
Foiling / Embossing
Die Cutting
Industries
Beauty
Snacks
Books
Pet Products
Wellness
Packaging Guides
Helpful guides before choosing subscription boxes.
These internal guide pages help buyers understand materials, finishes, artwork and samples before sending a custom packaging inquiry.
Packaging Materials
Compare paperboard, kraft, corrugated, rigid board and food-safe material options.
Read guide →Finishing Options
Explore lamination, foil stamping, embossing, debossing, spot UV and premium coatings.
Read guide →Artwork & Dieline Guide
Understand bleed, safe area, dieline, CMYK, Pantone, barcode and final approval.
Read guide →Sample Kit Guide
Learn how samples help review material, structure, print quality and presentation.
Read guide →Quote Checklist
Before requesting subscription boxes, prepare these details.
Complete information helps the sales team understand your packaging need and provide better quote guidance.
Box style or packaging type
Product size with unit
Required quantity
Material or paperboard preference
Printing colors
Finishing options
Artwork or dieline status
Delivery country
For Subscription Boxes, also share product use, target market and any premium finish requirement such as lamination, foil, embossing or spot UV.
FAQ
Questions about Subscription Boxes
Can each month's box look different?+
Yes. The most cost-effective way is one standard printed box with a changing sleeve, sticker or insert card. Fully different print runs are also possible.
Do you keep my artwork for reorders?+
Yes. We keep your approved dieline and specifications on file so reorders match the previous run.
Can you add inserts?+
Yes. We make die-cut card and corrugated inserts sized to your items.
What is the minimum order?+
From 100 boxes. Ordering several months at once lowers the unit price.
How long does production take?+
12–15 business days after proof approval, plus shipping. Plan reorders about a month ahead of each edition.
Do I need artwork before requesting a quote for subscription boxes?+
Artwork is helpful but not required for the first quote request. You can share size, quantity, material, printing and finishing details first. Final production should use approved artwork and dieline files.
What details should I send for a subscription boxes quote?+
For a better quote, send box style, product size, quantity, material preference, printing colors, finishing options, artwork status and delivery country.
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