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Print-On-Demand with Mixam

Comparing Your Print Options

Deepen your understanding of our POD print options. Explore our available formats and find the best fit for your product.

Print on Demand vs Bulk Printing

 

Bulk Printing

Print On Demand 
Description 
  • Products are printed in large quantities and delivered to the creator, who handles storage and distribution.
  • Products are printed upon order placement and delivered directly to customers. 
Pros
  • Lower cost per unit for large quantities
  • Best for large print runs
  • Complete control over inventory and shipping
  • A variety of customisation options are available
  • No upfront costs 
  • No inventory management 
  • No risk of unsold stock
  • No minimum order quantity
  • No bulk purchasing
  • Competitively priced
  • Automatic order fulfilment 
  • Eco-friendly print option 

Cons

 

 
  • Storage space required
  • Higher upfront costs
  • Labour-intensive
  • Risk of unsold stock
  • Less intervention in handling and product monitoring
  • Limited products and specifications available
Use
  • Bulk printing is for those with predictable demand who can manage storage and logistics.
  • POD is for those who want to monetise their products and prefer a hands-off approach. 
  • Suitable for those who want to test the market with new products. 
  • Unlike other POD platforms, Mixam provides a shareable product URL and landing page, allowing publishers to sell directly without relying on a marketplace.
 

What can I print?

The appeal of print on demand for many is the creative freedom it offers. You can print the following items on demand:

  • Activity Books
  • Booklets
  • Catalogues
  • Comic Books
  • Cookbooks
  • Cookbooks
  • Graphic Novels
  • Hardcover Books
  • Journals
  • Lookbooks
  • Magazines
  • Paperback Books
  • Perfect-Bound (PUR) Booklets
  • Zines
 

Paperback vs Hardcover

You can create print-on-demand books in paperback and hardcover format (specifications subject to availability). Choose the bookbinding option that best suits your book's content and target audience. You could even print both formats to suit different reader preferences and distribution needs.

 

Paperback

Hardcover
Description
  • Pages are bound to the spine using adhesive and attached to a flexible, slightly thicker paper cover. Also known as a softcover, perfect binding creates a rectangular spine.
  • Pages are bound to a spine with adhesive and encased in durable, rigid cardboard covers, typically wrapped in printed paper.
Pros
  • Cost-effective to produce and sell
  • Compact, lightweight and portable with some flexibility
  • Fast turnaround times
  • Low shipping costs
  • High durability
  • High aesthetic appeal
  • High-perceived value
  • Higher profit margin potential
Cons
  • Lower durability
  • Susceptible to damage over time
  • Lower profit margin
  • Higher production costs due to material and labor expenses
  • Longer turnaround times
  • Higher shipping costs
When to use
  • Ideal for everyday reading and mass-market distribution.
  • Ideal for keepsakes, special editions or gifts.
 

Now that you understand the factors to consider when printing on demand, you're ready for an overview of The Publisher Hub and the tools available to you.