Select a size below. Prices shown per unit, qty 1, standard turnaround. Volume discounts apply automatically at checkout.
| Material / Substrate | Our Price | Avg Competitor | You Save | Est. Shipping |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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14 pt Gloss
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$9.94 | $10.04 | Save $0.10 | $8.86 |
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14 pt Matte / Silk
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$10.44 | $10.55 | Save $0.11 | $8.86 |
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14 pt Soft-Touch
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$13.42 | $13.56 | Save $0.14 | $8.86 |
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16 pt Gloss
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$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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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14 pt Gloss
|
$9.14 | $9.23 | Save $0.09 | $8.86 |
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14 pt Matte / Silk
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$9.60 | $9.70 | Save $0.10 | $8.86 |
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14 pt Soft-Touch
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$12.35 | $12.47 | Save $0.12 | $8.86 |
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16 pt Gloss
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$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
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$9.44 | $9.54 | Save $0.10 | $8.86 |
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14 pt Matte / Silk
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$9.92 | $10.02 | Save $0.10 | $8.86 |
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14 pt Soft-Touch
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$12.75 | $12.88 | Save $0.13 | $8.86 |
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16 pt Gloss
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$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.
Configure & Order ↑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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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.
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.
These guideline files are filtered to sizes closest to the calculator options on this page (bleed, trim, and safe zones included). Design faster, avoid setup mistakes, or skip the file work and choose Free Design Setup above.
Upload through the order form or send files during Free Design Setup.
Vector PDF with outlined fonts, embedded images, and bleed when possible.
Adobe Illustrator files with linked images packaged or embedded.
High resolution at final print size (300 DPI where practical).
Send what you have. Free Design Setup rebuilds layout when needed.
Pick the tier that matches your install date. Shipping transit is added after production.
Standard production details pulled from the live order form. Custom options outside this list are available on request.
| Sizes | 3.5x2 standard, 2.75x1.18 mini, 2.5x2.5 square, round corners |
|---|---|
| Materials | 16pt Gloss Cover (default), 16pt Matte, 14pt Uncoated |
| Quantities | 100 through 5,000 |
See how substrate choice shifts the sample total at the same size and quantity.
Relative sample totals at 25 with other calculator defaults held constant. Use the live calculator for your exact combination.
Volume-based pricing from the live calculator. Free Design Setup and digital proofing are always included.
| Quantity | Total | Per 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.
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.
| Feature | Cheap RUSH Printing | Vistaprint | UPrinting | GotPrint | PrintPlace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free design setup | ✓ Always free | Add-on | Templates | Limited | Self-serve |
| Free digital proof | ✓ Every order | Limited | ✓ | ✓ | Limited |
| Custom sizes and options | ✓ Live calculator | Limited | ✓ | Limited | Limited |
| Pricing vs major shops | ✓ ~1% below market avg | List price | List price | List price | List price |
| Rush production | ✓ When available | Available | Limited | Available | Available |
| Nationwide shipping | ✓ All 50 states | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Professional support | ✓ Same-day reply | Chat | Limited |
Service-level comparison only. Competitor pricing changes constantly - use each provider for live quotes. Last reviewed: Jul 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Contact our professional support team or scroll back to the order form. We always reply the same day.