How much does it cost to customize a notebook?

How much does it cost to customize a notebook? What are the key factors that affect price?

When companies produce promotional materials, conference information packages, and brand peripherals, notebooks are always the most common, most durable, and best choice for quality.

But first-timers all face the same question:
“How much does it cost to customize a Custom Spiral Notebook?”

There is no unified answer to the price of a notebook because it is not a finished product and is assembled one by one according to your needs.
The following uses the clearest way to list the core factors that affect the price, so that you can have an idea before making an inquiry.

How much does it cost to customize a notebook?

① Size and Inner Page Thickness

The bigger the notebook, the more expensive it is; the thicker the inner pages, the more expensive it becomes — this is the most basic logic.

Common sizes include:

  • A5 (most commonly used, most cost-effective)

  • B5 (larger, more professional)

  • A6 / pocket notebook (lower cost)

There is not much price difference between 80 pages and 120 pages, but there will be a significant jump for 200 pages or thicker paper.

Size and Inner Page Thickness

② Cover Material

Covers are one of the biggest contributors to notebook price differences.

Approximate cost range from low to high:

  • Coated paper laminated cover: cheap, lightweight, suitable for budget-limited event notebooks

  • PP cover: durable, not easy to get dirty, stable in cost

  • PU leather cover: most commonly used for business style, high-end but not expensive

  • Genuine leather / special paper / textured material: strong texture, higher cost

Adding details such as metal corners, contrasting color edges, or fabric texture will increase the unit price further.

Cover Material

③ Inner Page Paper

Most companies use 70g or 80g beige Dowling paper, which is comfortable to write on and stable in price.

Switching to high-grade paper (such as 100g or 120g) will significantly increase the unit price.

Inner Page Paper

④ Printing Method

Do you need inner page printing? Full color? Inserts? These choices all affect production cost.

Common situations:

  • Unprinted inner pages (only lines or blank): cheapest

  • Monochrome cover printing: low cost

  • Color cover printing / full-color inner pages: increases based on the number of pages

  • Corporate promotional inserts: low cost per page, but total cost increases with page countPrinting Method

    ⑤ Process Options

    Every additional process increases cost by a few cents to a few dollars.

    Examples:

    • Hot stamping / silver stamping

    • Embossing / debossing (LOGO looks excellent)

    • Spot UV

    • Bookmark ribbon

    • Elastic band

    • Magnetic buckle

    • Storage inner pocket

    • Custom belly band

    • Shrink wrapping & barcode labeling

    To present a more professional look, many companies choose 1–2 processes so the notebook is “textured but not overdone.”

    Process Options

    Quantity (MOQ)

    The greater the quantity, the lower the unit price — the iron rule of the printing industry.

    • 500+ copies: significant price drop

    • 1,000+ copies: very cost-effective

    • Small batch 50–200 copies: doable, but higher unit price due to setup & labor cost allocation

    BOYI supports low MOQ, so even small batches can be made beautifully and affordably.

     

    Quantity (MOQ)

     

    Reference Price Range (for general estimation)

    (Regular A5, 70–80g inner pages, PU cover)

    • About 500 pcs: ¥8–18 per book

    • Small batch 100–300 pcs: ¥15–28 per book

    • 1,000+ pcs: ¥7–15 per book

    Special leather, full-color printing, or multiple processes will raise the price.

     

    Reference Price RangeSuggestions for Corporate Procurement

    To avoid back-and-forth communication, clarify the following before asking for a quote:

    • Size (A5 / B5?)

    • Number of pages? Print LOGO?

    • Cover material (Is PU acceptable?)

    • Need hot stamping, elastic bands, shrink wrap?

    • Approximate quantity?

    The clearer the information, the faster and more accurate the quote.

    Suggestions for Corporate ProcurementAdvantages of BOYI

    As a 20-year paper products factory, we excel at balancing budget and quality.

    No unnecessary craftsmanship, no misleading upsells — we explain what is essential, what is optional, and what can help you save money.

    With sampling support, fast production, and stable quality, BOYI is ideal for long-term corporate procurement.

     
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