Woven vs. printed lanyards
The two most common ways to put a logo on a lanyard, compared side by side.
| Woven lanyards | Printed lanyards | |
|---|---|---|
| Look | Raised, textured logo | Flat, crisp print |
| Durability | Logo cannot fade or rub off | Durable print, can wear with heavy use |
| Detail | Best for bold shapes and lettering | Handles finer detail and small text |
| Feel | Premium, substantial | Light, familiar |
| Best for | Corporate staff, VIP passes | Conferences, events, giveaways |
| What drives the price | Width, design size, quantity | Width, ink colors, quantity |
When woven is the better choice
Woven lanyards feel premium and last for years because the logo is part of the strap. If staff will wear the lanyard every day, or it needs to feel special, choose woven.
When printed is the better choice
Printed lanyards are the most economical way to put a lanyard on every attendee, and they handle small text and finer detail. For conferences, events and giveaways, printed is usually the right call.
Verdict
Go woven for daily-use staff lanyards and VIP passes; go printed for large events and giveaways. We can mock up both for free so you can compare before you order.
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