Printful and Printify at a glance
What is Printful?
Printful is your all-in-one print-on-demand partner, perfect for creators who value quality, consistency, and a premium brand experience. We handle every step of the process – from printing and embroidery to packing and shipping – in our own state-of-the-art facilities, including one right here in Ontario, Canada. This means every t-shirt, hoodie, and tote bag meets the exact same high standard.
What is Printify?
Printify connects you with a massive network of third-party print providers around the world. It’s an excellent choice for entrepreneurs focused on offering the widest possible range of products and finding the lowest possible base costs. With Printify, you can browse different suppliers for the same product, giving you flexibility on price and location.
Why choose Printful
While Printify offers flexibility through a provider marketplace, Printful’s in-house production is designed for brand reliability. With our own fulfilment centre in Canada, Printful isn’t just a platform – it’s your production partner.
- Reliable product quality
Every order undergoes standardised quality control checks, whether fulfilled in the UK, Europe, or the US. Your customers receive the same high-quality results every time. - Consistent delivery times
Canadian orders are fulfilled locally, with fast delivery times via carriers like Canada Post – no surprise customs delays or fees. - Seamless branding
From neck labels to personalised packing slips and branded packaging, Printful offers branding options to make every order feel like yours. - Transparent shipping costs
Flat-rate shipping costs make it easy to set your prices. Multiple items ship together for one simple fee. - Accountable customer support
If anything goes wrong, our 24/7 live chat and email support team takes full responsibility for every order.
Consistent quality control
Identical 3-step quality testing across our global in-house facilities
Diverse customization options
Advanced techniques, industry-leading tech, expert team worldwide
Consistent global presence
Competitive pricing and reliable shipping at all fulfillment locations
Pick Printful, a reliable print-on-demand partner
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Frequently asked questions
At first glance, some of Printify's base product prices can look lower. However, Canadian sellers need to consider the total cost. With Printful, you get a predictable flat shipping rate from our Canadian facility. With Printify, shipping fees vary by provider. Always calculate the final price to see which platform gives you a better profit margin.
Both platforms work well for beginners. Printful is often the easier choice if you want a simple, all-in-one solution. Since everything is handled in-house, you only deal with one print partner, making the process more straightforward.
Yes. As a Canadian business owner, you are responsible for your tax obligations. This includes registering for, collecting, and remitting the correct sales tax (GST, HST, or PST). We recommend consulting with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or a local accountant.
Printful offers consistent, high quality because the entire production process is in-house. Printify's quality depends on the third-party supplier you choose. Many offer excellent results, but quality can vary, so it’s smart to order samples before committing.
