Cover Material | Professional/Personal Journaling, Gift Items | Industry Standard: Basic paper (no certification) Our Base: Fabric (FSC certified) ▲ (ensures sustainable sourcing) Our Advanced: Linen/Leather (FSC + CE) ▲▲ (FSC for sustainability, CE for safety) | Premium look, durability of leather; FSC compliance for eco-conscious buyers | Leather adds weight; higher cost for Advanced tier |
Binding Type | Note-taking in meetings, Sketching | Industry Standard: Staple binding (minimal durability) Our Base: Spiral (ISO 3032 compliant) ▲ (flips flat) Our Advanced: Sewn/Thermal (ISO 9001 tested) ▲▲ (long-lasting) | Spiral allows flat lay; sewn binding resists tearing | Spiral may rust; sewn adds bulkiness |
Environmental Certifications | Eco-conscious buyers, Corporate gifts | Industry Standard: None Our Base: CE (safety) ▲ (meets EU standards) Our Advanced: CE + FSC + EMC ▲▲ (EMC for electromagnetic compliance) | Compliance with safety/sustainability regulations; eco-credibility for branding | Advanced tier may incur higher production costs |
Page Count & Paper Quality | Daily journaling, planners | Industry Standard: 50–60 pages (70gsm) Our Base: 80 sheets (80gsm, ISO 32001) ▲ (standard durability) Our Advanced: 100+ pages (100gsm, acid-free) ▲▲ (longevity) | More pages for extended use; acid-free prevents yellowing | Heavier/bulkier; higher cost for Advanced tier |
Customization Options | Personal gifts, corporate branding | Industry Standard: Limited colors Our Base: 5 color choices (beige, white, etc.) ▲ (ISO 14617 compliant) Our Advanced: Full customization (laser engraving, logos) ▲▲ (ISO 14617 + bespoke designs) | Personalization for branding/gifts; 5 color options | Advanced options may require extra time/cost |
Size Options | On-the-go use, desk work | Industry Standard: A5/B5 only Our Base: B5, B6, A6 ▲ (ISO 216 compliant) Our Advanced: Full range (A4 to A7) ▲▲ (ISO 216 + portability) | Versatile sizes for different needs (e.g., A6 for travel) | Smaller sizes have fewer pages; larger sizes bulkier |