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Compare Lob and Printfection 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.3% of reviews)
Mid-Market (70.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Per Month
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Lob
Star Rating
(226)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (59.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Per Month
Free Trial is available
Browse all 4 pricing plansPrintfection
Star Rating
(360)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (70.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Printfection excels in onboarding and setup, with users highlighting the "excellent onboarding" process and noting how "quick to set up and get going" the platform is. This makes it a strong choice for teams looking to implement a solution without extensive delays.
- Users say that Lob provides a robust API and flexibility for various mailing needs, which is particularly appreciated by those who require real-time data and insights. One user mentioned the ability to receive "real-time events for letters via webhook data," showcasing Lob's adaptability for tech-savvy teams.
- Reviewers mention that Printfection offers a wide selection of products and a quick turnaround for projects, making it a favorite for marketing campaigns. Users from Walls.io noted how the tool "saves us so much time" in creating and ordering merchandise, which is crucial for fast-paced environments.
- According to verified reviews, Lob is recognized for its ease of use and accessibility, with users finding it "amazing" for quickly sending out packages and information. This user-friendly approach is beneficial for small businesses that need to manage their communications efficiently.
- G2 reviewers highlight Printfection's superior quality of support, scoring notably higher than Lob. Users appreciate the dedicated assistance, with one stating they are "happy with the support" when needing further help, which can be a deciding factor for businesses that prioritize customer service.
- Users report that while Printfection has a strong presence in the mid-market segment, Lob is favored by small businesses, with 59.3% of its reviews coming from this demographic. This distinction may influence buyers based on their company size and specific needs, as each platform caters to different market segments.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Lob
DEVELOPER
Free
Per Month
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- Test Lob's Print & Mail API with zero commitments
Printfection
Standard
Contact us
for pricing
Our best value plan! Standard allows you to send beautiful custom kits as well as ship in your own swag to our fulfillment center.
- Item Storage Capacity up to 5,000 pieces
- No Product Setup Fees
- Free Blank Item Samples
Free Trial
Lob
Free Trial is available
Printfection
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.9
146
8.8
267
Ease of Use
8.9
149
8.4
272
Ease of Setup
8.8
97
8.5
169
Ease of Admin
9.0
78
8.4
180
Quality of Support
8.6
130
9.4
263
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
75
9.2
179
Product Direction (% positive)
7.5
119
8.3
247
Features by Category
Logistics
8.4
69
7.7
22
8.4
54
7.0
15
8.5
53
8.6
20
8.3
80
8.2
28
Testing & Tracking
8.1
61
Feature Not Available
7.9
76
8.5
28
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Agentic AI - Direct Mail Automation
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Management
7.5
14
Not enough data
8.0
19
Not enough data
Functionality
8.2
24
Not enough data
8.8
24
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.2
104
Not enough data
8.9
101
Not enough data
8.9
108
Not enough data
9.0
109
Reporting
Not enough data
8.4
95
Not enough data
8.3
67
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
84
Not enough data
8.2
71
Not enough data
7.7
44
Not enough data
7.4
37
Not enough data
7.6
37
Not enough data
8.5
45
Not enough data
8.5
70
Platform Basics
Not enough data
9.0
30
Not enough data
8.4
25
Platform Data
Not enough data
7.9
16
Platform Additional Functionality
Not enough data
8.8
30
Not enough data
8.7
29
Logistics - Print Fulfillment
7.7
14
8.8
16
7.7
14
9.0
16
Agentic AI - Print Fulfillment Services
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Customization - Print Fulfillment
8.2
14
8.0
15
7.1
14
8.8
16
7.3
14
8.6
16
Marketing Distribution
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Campaign Planning
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Integrations
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Lob and Printfection are categorized as Direct Mail Automation and Print Fulfillment Services
Unique Categories
Lob is categorized as Address Verification
Printfection is categorized as Account-Based Direct Mail and Promotional Product Management
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Lob
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Printfection
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Financial Services
12.6%
Real Estate
12.1%
Insurance
11.6%
Computer Software
8.4%
Information Technology and Services
5.1%
Other
50.2%
Computer Software
36.7%
Information Technology and Services
21.2%
Marketing and Advertising
5.4%
Financial Services
4.5%
Internet
4.2%
Other
28.0%
Alternatives
Discussions
What does Lob do?
2 Comments
IA
We use lob mailing for mailing address validation and print automation. They also have other products.Read more
Is there a way to print postcards on higher quality cardstock?
2 Comments
MP
LOB has an Enterprise tier that does allow for variations to the standard stock quality & sizes, however this would have to be coordinated with them and I...Read more
I need to get tracking information
1 Comment
MP
Have you tested your API call outside of Zapier? What tracking info are you missing?Read more
Where can Printfection ship to?
2 Comments
DH
Anywhere! We've had swag sent all over the world from Printfection.Read more
What does Printfection do?
1 Comment
Official Response from Printfection
We're a swag management platform companies use to create, manage, and distribute swag (branded merchandise) to anyone, anywhere in the world. Read more
What types of customers use Printfection?
1 Comment
Official Response from Printfection
We work with any size company and any industry. A good number of our customers are small to medium-sized tech companies.
The main departments or buyers we...Read more
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