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Business Cards Standard - Full Price Breakdown

Select a size below. Prices shown per unit, qty 1, standard turnaround. Volume discounts apply automatically at checkout.

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Material / Substrate Our Price Avg Competitor You Save Est. Shipping
14 pt Gloss
$9.94 $10.04 Save $0.10 $8.86
14 pt Matte / Silk
$10.44 $10.55 Save $0.11 $8.86
14 pt Soft-Touch
$13.42 $13.56 Save $0.14 $8.86
16 pt Gloss
$11.43 $11.55 Save $0.12 $8.86

How we priced this: Competitor averages sourced from GotPrint, UPrinting, VistaPrint, PrintPlace (Jun 2026 avg). Our prices are set exactly 1% below that average for every size and material combination. Competitor prices change; ours stay competitive. We review quarterly.

Material / Substrate Our Price Avg Competitor You Save Est. Shipping
14 pt Gloss
$9.14 $9.23 Save $0.09 $8.86
14 pt Matte / Silk
$9.60 $9.70 Save $0.10 $8.86
14 pt Soft-Touch
$12.35 $12.47 Save $0.12 $8.86
16 pt Gloss
$10.52 $10.63 Save $0.11 $8.86

How we priced this: Competitor averages sourced from GotPrint, UPrinting, VistaPrint, PrintPlace (Jun 2026 avg). Our prices are set exactly 1% below that average for every size and material combination. Competitor prices change; ours stay competitive. We review quarterly.

Material / Substrate Our Price Avg Competitor You Save Est. Shipping
14 pt Gloss
$9.44 $9.54 Save $0.10 $8.86
14 pt Matte / Silk
$9.92 $10.02 Save $0.10 $8.86
14 pt Soft-Touch
$12.75 $12.88 Save $0.13 $8.86
16 pt Gloss
$10.86 $10.97 Save $0.11 $8.86

How we priced this: Competitor averages sourced from GotPrint, UPrinting, VistaPrint, PrintPlace (Jun 2026 avg). Our prices are set exactly 1% below that average for every size and material combination. Competitor prices change; ours stay competitive. We review quarterly.

Free Design Setup & Free Proof on every order. Prices above are per-unit at qty 1. Rush production tiers are available in the order form. Shipping calculated live at checkout.

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What to Know Before You Order Standard 16pt Business Cards (Standard Collection)

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What to Know Before You Order Standard 16pt Business Cards (Standard Collection)

The Business Essentials standard card line is where most teams start reorder cycles: everyday business cards on 16pt gloss cover stock, full-color both sides, 3.5x2 default with mini and square options, qty 100 through 5,000, with Free Design Setup and digital proof approval in the calculator above.

Select 16pt Gloss Cover under Paper / Material for the networking default on this collection page. 14pt uncoated and 16pt matte sit in the same flow for writable backs. We flag thin type below 6 pt and QR codes too small to scan on the proof.

Guide to standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) sizes, materials, proof steps, and FAQ. Configure in the calculator, approve your proof, then print.

Free Design SetupLogo, layout, and file prep at no extra setup fee.
Digital ProofApprove art by email before anything prints.
Nationwide ShippingLive rates after you enter your zip code.
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Materials, Sizes, and Install Notes

About Standard 16pt Business Cards (Standard Collection) - custom printing
About Standard 16pt Business Cards (Standard Collection) - custom printing

About Standard 16pt Business Cards (Standard Collection)

When this format fits.

The Business Essentials standard card line is where most teams start reorder cycles: everyday business cards on 16pt gloss cover stock, full-color both sides, 3.5x2 default with mini and square options, qty 100 through 5,000, with Free Design Setup and digital proof approval in the calculator above.

Sizes: 3.5x2 standard, 2.75x1.18 mini, 2.5x2.5 square, round corners.

Paper and Stock - custom printing
Paper and Stock - custom printing

Paper and Stock

Material tiers.

Calculator specs for this SKU include materials: 16pt Gloss Cover (default), 16pt Matte, 14pt Uncoated.

The Business Essentials standard card line is where most teams start reorder cycles: everyday business cards on 16pt gloss cover stock, full-color both sides, 3.5x2 default with mini and square options, qty 100 through 5,000, with Free Design Setup and digital proof approval in the calculator above.

Sizes and Trim - custom printing
Sizes and Trim - custom printing

Sizes and Trim

Format dropdown.

Calculator specs for this SKU include sizes: 3.5x2 standard, 2.75x1.18 mini, 2.5x2.5 square, round corners.

The Business Essentials standard card line is where most teams start reorder cycles: everyday business cards on 16pt gloss cover stock, full-color both sides, 3.5x2 default with mini and square options, qty 100 through 5,000, with Free Design Setup and digital proof approval in the calculator above.

Free Design Setup - custom printing
Free Design Setup - custom printing

Free Design Setup

Art, layout, and files.

Set your canvas to 3.75×2.25 inches to include the full 0.125-inch bleed on all sides of a standard 3.5×2 card - keep logos and all type inside the 3.25×1.75 safe zone, export as a high-resolution PDF at 300 dpi or as a print-ready AI or EPS file, and label which side is front so the proof shows faces in the correct order.

Select 16pt Gloss Cover under Paper / Material for the networking default on this collection page.

Print, Finish, and Ship

Standard 3-5 business days.

Standard business cards on 16pt gloss or matte move through the press-and-finish workflow faster than specialty formats because the trim step is a straight cut with no die or extra laminate pass. Most standard card orders are ready to pack within a few business days of proof approval, making them the reliable choice for reorders with a deadline. Rush tiers appear in the calculator when your quantity qualifies.

The Business Essentials standard card line is where most teams start reorder cycles: everyday business cards on 16pt gloss cover stock, full-color both sides, 3.5x2 default with mini and square options, qty 100 through 5,000, with Free Design Setup and digital proof approval in the calculator above.

Free AI + Human Design Setup

Need Help With Your Artwork?

Set your canvas to 3.75×2.25 inches to include the full 0.125-inch bleed on all sides of a standard 3.5×2 card - keep logos and all type inside the 3.25×1.75 safe zone, export as a high-resolution PDF at 300 dpi or as a print-ready AI or EPS file, and label which side is front so the proof shows faces in the correct order.

Select 16pt Gloss Cover under Paper / Material for the networking default on this collection page.

Included with every order
  • Layout and sizing. Readable type, safe margins, and brand placement.
  • File conversion. PDF, PNG, Canva exports, and phone photos welcome.
  • Free digital proof. Nothing prints until you approve.
Use the Calculator Above

Accepted Artwork Formats

Upload through the order form or send files during Free Design Setup.

PDF (preferred)

Vector PDF with outlined fonts, embedded images, and bleed when possible.

AI / EPS

Adobe Illustrator files with linked images packaged or embedded.

PNG / JPG / PSD

High resolution at final print size (300 DPI where practical).

Canva / phone photo

Send what you have. Free Design Setup rebuilds layout when needed.

Production Turnaround Options

Pick the tier that matches your install date. Shipping transit is added after production.

Standard (3-5 Business Days)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.
Rush (2-3 Business Days)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.
Next-Day (when available)
Selectable in the calculator. Production time starts after digital proof approval and payment.

Specifications and Calculator Options

Standard production details pulled from the live order form. Custom options outside this list are available on request.

Sizes3.5x2 standard, 2.75x1.18 mini, 2.5x2.5 square, round corners
Materials16pt Gloss Cover (default), 16pt Matte, 14pt Uncoated
Quantities100 through 5,000

Material Price Comparison

See how substrate choice shifts the sample total at the same size and quantity.

14 pt Gloss
$9.14
14 pt Matte / Silk
$9.60
14 pt Soft-Touch
$12.35
16 pt Gloss
$10.52

Relative sample totals at 25 with other calculator defaults held constant. Use the live calculator for your exact combination.

Pricing

Volume-based pricing from the live calculator. Free Design Setup and digital proofing are always included.

QuantityTotalPer unit
25$9.14$0.37
50$14.68$0.29
100$22.04$0.22
250$46.49$0.19
500$79.62$0.16
1,000$138.01$0.14
2,500$299.08$0.12
5,000$529.17$0.11

Sample pricing for calculator defaults (3.5" x 1.75" (Slim)). Change size, material, sides, and turnaround in the order form for live totals. Free Design Setup and digital proof are included.

Competitor Comparison

Business Cards Standard vs Vistaprint, UPrinting, GotPrint

Shoppers comparing Business Cards Standard on Vistaprint, UPrinting, GotPrint, and PrintPlace typically face add-on design fees, limited proof review, or checkout with no human backup. Cheap RUSH Printing bundles free design setup, email proof approval, live pricing about 1% below the average reliable competitor rate, and same-day professional support on every Business Cards Standard order.

Where Cheap RUSH Printing wins on Business Cards Standard

  • 16pt gloss default in same card flow.
  • Double-sided full color standard.
  • Free Design Setup for logo-only uploads.
  • Qty breaks through 5,000.
  • Nationwide boxed shipping.

Side-by-side service comparison

FeatureCheap RUSH PrintingVistaprintUPrintingGotPrintPrintPlace
Free design setup✓ Always freeAdd-onTemplatesLimitedSelf-serve
Free digital proof✓ Every orderLimitedLimited
Custom sizes and options✓ Live calculatorLimitedLimitedLimited
Pricing vs major shops✓ ~1% below market avgList priceList priceList priceList price
Rush production✓ When availableAvailableLimitedAvailableAvailable
Nationwide shipping✓ All 50 states
Professional support✓ Same-day replyChatLimitedEmailEmail

Service-level comparison only. Competitor pricing changes constantly - use each provider for live quotes. Last reviewed: Jul 2026.

Why Buyers Choose Cheap RUSH Printing

  • 16pt gloss default in same card flow.
  • Double-sided full color standard.
  • Free Design Setup for logo-only uploads.
  • Qty breaks through 5,000.
  • Nationwide boxed shipping.

How to Order in 3 Steps

  1. 1
    Pick size, material, qty, and options in the calculator.
  2. 2
    Upload artwork or send copy for Free Design Setup.
  3. 3
    Approve the digital proof, then we print and ship your standard 16pt business cards (standard collection).

Business Cards Standard FAQ

What should I know about standard business cards printing?

With Business Cards Standard, key facts: live calculator pricing, Free Design Setup on qualifying orders, proof before print, and nationwide shipping from Florida. Match size and material to your use case on the proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

How do I order custom business cards standard with my artwork?

On this Business Cards Standard page, use the calculator to set specs and quantity, attach artwork or note Free Design Setup, then approve the proof thread. We fulfill from Florida and ship to all 50 states after approval. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What sizes are available for Business Cards Standard?

Available sizes for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) include 3.5x2 standard, 2.75x1.18 mini, 2.5x2.5 square, round corners. Share viewing distance, mailing plans, or install notes in special instructions and we confirm readable type and trim on the digital proof.

What material options do you offer for Business Cards Standard?

Calculator material choices for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) include 16pt Gloss Cover (default), 16pt Matte, 14pt Uncoated. Not sure which fits your job? Free Design Setup recommends stock based on indoor, outdoor, hand-feel, or mail requirements and shows the pick on your proof.

How long does Business Cards Standard production take?

Standard production for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) is 3-5 business days after you approve the digital proof. Rush tiers (Standard (3-5 Business Days), Rush (2-3 Business Days), Next-Day (when available)) appear in the calculator when available for your qty and specs. Approval day is not counted as day one of production.

Will I see a digital proof before Business Cards Standard prints?

For Business Cards Standard, we always email a proof first. Review type size, bleed, and placement, then approve on the proof thread. Free Design Setup revisions happen before press, not after. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What file format should I upload for Business Cards Standard?

Vector PDF or AI gives the crispest logos and small type on standard 16pt business cards (standard collection). High-resolution PNG at final trim size works for photo-heavy art. Free Design Setup can rebuild simple logos, add bleed, and flag risky RGB colors before print.

Is there a minimum order for Business Cards Standard?

Minimum quantities for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) start at 100 through 5,000 in the calculator. Higher qty lowers per-piece cost. Short test runs are fine when you need to validate art before a full campaign reorder.

Do you ship Business Cards Standard orders nationwide?

When ordering Business Cards Standard, we ship nationwide from Florida. Enter your zip at checkout for live ground and expedited rates after production. Tracking emails when the carrier scans the label. Nationwide from Florida. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What is bleed and safe zone for Business Cards Standard artwork?

Extend backgrounds 0.125 inch past trim on all sides for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection). Keep logos and phone numbers inside the safe zone at least 0.1 inch from the cut edge. We show bleed and safe zones on the digital proof before print.

What do small businesses ask before ordering Business Cards Standard?

For Business Cards Standard, Free Design Setup, proof approval, and Nationwide from Florida apply on qualifying orders. Configure qty (100 through 5,000) and turnaround (3-5 business days after proof) in the calculator, then approve before production starts. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What mistakes do first-time buyers make with Business Cards Standard files?

Common misses we catch on the proof for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection): art without bleed, wrong calculator stock or size selected, and low-resolution logos. We flag fixes on the proof before anything prints.

How do I choose the right specs for Business Cards Standard on a tight budget?

With Business Cards Standard, budget builds usually keep Standard turnaround and the lowest suitable material for the use case. Ask in comments if you need a cost-conscious recommendation on the proof. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What proof approval steps should I expect for Business Cards Standard?

Upload art or send notes for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection), receive a digital proof by email within about one business day on most orders, mark changes or reply with approval, then we print and pack. No production time starts while the proof is pending.

How does Business Cards Standard compare to other Business Essentials options?

Calculator material choices for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) include 16pt Gloss Cover (default), 16pt Matte, 14pt Uncoated. Not sure which fits your job? Free Design Setup recommends stock based on indoor, outdoor, hand-feel, or mail requirements and shows the pick on your proof.

What turnaround is realistic for rush Business Cards Standard orders?

Rush production of 2-3 business days after proof approval is available for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) when the rush tier shows in the calculator. Carrier transit is extra. Plan total elapsed time as production days plus shipping days.

Is Free Design Setup included for Business Cards Standard?

Yes on qualifying orders. Free Design Setup covers layout, logo sizing, file conversion, bleed, and QR placement for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) at no separate design line item. Approve the finished proof before anything prints.

Are there hidden setup fees on Business Cards Standard orders?

No surprise setup add-ons on standard 16pt business cards (standard collection). The calculator total covers printing and your selected shipping tier. Free Design Setup is included on qualifying orders, not billed as a hidden design fee.

How do production time and shipping time differ for Business Cards Standard?

Production time for standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) is print, finish, and pack time on our floor after proof approval. Shipping time is carrier transit after pickup. A 3-day production tier plus 2-day ground shipping is five total days, not three.

Can I upload PDF, JPG, or PNG for Business Cards Standard?

Vector PDF or AI gives the crispest logos and small type on standard 16pt business cards (standard collection). High-resolution PNG at final trim size works for photo-heavy art. Free Design Setup can rebuild simple logos, add bleed, and flag risky RGB colors before print.

Do you offer price matching on Business Cards Standard?

For Business Cards Standard, pricing updates live in the calculator as you change size, material, sides, qty, and turnaround. No hidden setup fees on standard qualifying orders. Compare options on the live total before checkout. Contact support the same business day if you need help choosing specs before you approve the proof.

What happens after I approve the digital proof for Business Cards Standard?

After approval, your standard 16pt business cards (standard collection) job enters production, passes final QC, packs for transit, and ships with tracking email when the carrier scans the label. Reply to the proof thread if you need a ship-by date noted for an event.

Questions before you order?

Contact our professional support team or scroll back to the order form. We always reply the same day.