Cover Material | Professional use, Gifts, Corporate | Industry: Plastic (ASTM D6470 compliant) (common in budget notebooks) | PU Leather (ASTM D4396 compliant) ▲ (durable synthetic alternative) | Full Leather (ASTM D3963 compliant) ▲▲ (premium, breathable) |
| | Our Base: PU Leather (ASTM D4396 compliant) ▲ (durable synthetic alternative) | Lightweight and cost-effective compared to full leather. | Plastic lacks premium aesthetics; full leather adds weight. |
| | Our Advanced: Full Leather (ASTM D3963 compliant) ▲▲ (premium, breathable) | Ideal for luxury branding and long-term use. | |
Paper Quality | Writing, Sketching, Light Drawing | Industry: 70gsm (ISO 536) (standard for basic notebooks) | Our Base: 80gsm (ISO 536) ▲ (reduces show-through for pens) | Our Advanced: 90gsm (ISO 536) ▲▲ (ideal for heavy ink use) |
| | | Superior to industry standard for everyday use. | Industry standard may warp with wet ink. |
| | | Advanced version avoids bleed-through for technical notes. | Higher GSM increases cost and weight. |
Binding Method | Frequent page turning, Durability | Industry: Glue Binding (ISO 9706) (common in mass-produced books) | Our Base: Sewing Binding (ISO 9706) ▲ (lasts 3x longer than glue) | Our Advanced: Reinforced Sewing (ISO 9706 + extra thread) ▲▲ (withstands 1000+ openings) |
| | | Base version prevents page detachment in daily use. | Glue may fail in humid environments. |
| | | Advanced ensures longevity for archival or heavy use. | Sewing adds minimal bulk. |
Customization Options | Promotional gifts, Personal branding | Industry: 1-color printing (ISO 12647-2) (basic branding) | Our Base: Offset 1-color + Foil (ISO 12647-2) ▲ (adds metallic accents) | Our Advanced: Full-color + Embossing (ISO 12647-7) ▲▲ (high-end customization) |
| | | Base offers cost-effective branding for small batches. | Industry standard limits creative expression. |
| | | Advanced suits corporate gifts or luxury items. | Full-color printing increases production time. |
Durability & Resistance | Outdoor use, High-wear environments | Industry: Water-resistant (ISO 22317 Level 1) (resists light splashes) | Our Base: Water-resistant (ISO 22317 Level 2) ▲ (withstands 30min rain) | Our Advanced: Waterproof (ISO 22317 Level 3) ▲▲ (immersion-resistant up to 1m) |
| | | Base version protects against accidental spills. | Industry standard fails in heavy rain. |
| | | Advanced withstands accidental submersion (e.g., coffee spills). | Waterproofing may add thickness. |
Weight & Portability | Travel, Daily carry | Industry: 250g (ISO 830) (typical for A5 size) | Our Base: 280g (ISO 830) ▲ (includes reinforced spine) | Our Advanced: 310g (ISO 830) ▲▲ (durable cover adds weight) |
| | | Base balances durability and portability for daily use. | Industry standard may feel flimsy. |
| | | Advanced version prioritizes durability over portability for rugged use. | Advanced may be too heavy for frequent travel. |