Pricing Updated 2026-07-20
Print-on-Demand Profit Calculator in the UK
Use our free print-on-demand profit calculator in the uk to calculate your exact profit margin for Print-on-Demand (POD) products. Account for base product costs, POD shipping, and selling platform fees.
The formula
How the calculation works
Profit = (Selling Price + Shipping Charged) - (POD Item Cost + POD Shipping) - Platform Fees
- Sum your total revenue (Price + Shipping Charged).
- Sum your total POD costs (Item Base Cost + POD Shipping).
- Subtract platform fees (like Etsy or Shopify) and payment processing fees.
- The remainder is your net arbitrage profit.
Worked examples
Real-world scenarios
POD T-Shirt on Etsy
Selling a custom t-shirt fulfilled by Printify on Etsy.
$10.02 net profit per shirt
Pro tips
Get more from this calculator
- Always charge enough for shipping to cover your POD provider's shipping costs.
- Sign up for Printify Premium if you have volume to lower base item costs.
- Factor in marketing costs if you use ads to drive traffic.
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FAQ
Common questions
Is Print-on-Demand profitable?
Yes, but margins are usually tighter (15-30%) because the POD provider handles fulfillment. Volume is key.
How do I increase POD margins?
Raise prices, subscribe to premium tiers of POD services, or bundle products to increase AOV.