The Fastprinting Alternative That Prints Factory-Direct

Tobias Reed
Tobias Reed Production Knowledge Lead at 4OVER4.COM

Fastprinting fills orders overseas and ships them in. 4OVER4.COM prints in its own US plant, running since 1999, with standard postcards on 14pt Gloss Cover from $16.48 per 50 in 3 business days. The table below sets the two side by side.

Side by side

4OVER4.COM and Fastprinting, feature by feature

Feature 4OVER4.COM Fastprinting
200 Free Business Cards Yes, first in USA since 2011 No
Price Match Guarantee Yes, 110% price match No
10,000+ Design Templates + Free Online Designer Yes (Canvs tool) Limited
Free Samples Kit Yes, physical samples, just pay shipping No
Loyalty Rewards (Earn Coins) Yes, earn coins on every order No
100% Satisfaction + On-Time + Quality Guarantees Yes, 4 guarantees Limited
Non-Profit Discount 25% OFF for life + Free UPS Ground No
Same-Day Shipping Yes, order by 12pm ET No
Total Cards Printed 10 billion+ Not publicly shared
Businesses Served 150,000+ Not publicly shared
Projects Completed 500,000+ Not publicly shared
On-Time Delivery Rate 99.8% Not publicly shared
Orders Shipping Early 82% Not publicly shared
Customer Satisfaction (will reorder) 99% Not publicly shared
Years in Business 27+ (since 1999) 10+ (Australian company, US online)
Google Rating 4.8/5 4.5/5
Facebook Rating 4.7/5 4.3/5
Total Reviews All Platforms 10,000+ Google 4.5/5 (300+) | ProductReview 4.0/5 (100+)
Google Trusted Store Yes No
Total Standard Products 1,000+ 80+

Choosing a Fastprinting alternative comes down to specifics, not marketing promises. These are real, measurable differences in what each printer actually offers. 4OVER4.COM has been printing since 1999 for 150,000+ businesses across every industry, and that track record shows up in the details: paper selection, finish options, turnaround reliability, and support quality.

Why people switch

Six things an overseas printer cannot give a US buyer

01

Twenty-two postcard stocks alone

Fastprinting offers a handful of paper options. Standard postcards at 4OVER4.COM alone come on 22 stocks, from 14pt Gloss Cover through 18pt Premium White Linen to 15pt Metallic Pearl Gold and 18pt Rigid Vinyl, before Spot UV, soft-touch lamination, foil stamping, painted edges, or raised ink go on.

02

One US login for 1,000+ products

Fastprinting lists 80+ products. 4OVER4.COM lists 1,000+, so the notepads on 70# Uncoated Text, the brochures on 100# Gloss Text, and the black business cards on 32pt Midnite Black all ship from the same plant on one invoice.

03

A reprint is a domestic label, not a freight window

When the press is in the USA, a redo is a re-run and a domestic shipping label. That is how a plant printing since 1999 holds a 99.8% on-time delivery rate across 10 billion+ cards.

04

From 14pt to 80pt in one catalog

Standard postcards run from 14pt Gloss Cover to 24pt Ultra Thick Gloss Cover. Black business cards start at 32pt Midnite Black Uncoated and go to 80pt, a card that stays flat in a wallet and stays on a desk.

05

Canvs and 10,000+ templates instead of a design bill

Open a postcard or flyer template in Canvs, the free online designer, drop in your logo, and send it to press. Blank print-ready templates are free too, so there is no design software to buy before the first order.

06

Free cards, coins and a non-profit discount

200 free business cards, loyalty coins on every order, a 110% price match, five written guarantees, and a 25% lifetime non-profit discount.

At a glance

Fastprinting vs 4OVER4 at a glance

What you are comparing 4OVER4.COM Fastprinting
Where the job is printedPrinted in the USA, in our own plant, running since 1999Fulfilled overseas and shipped in
Delivery record99.8% on-timeNot publicly listed
Paper stocks and finishes60+ stocks, Spot UV, soft-touch, foil, painted edges, raised inkA handful of paper options
Card thickness14pt up to 32pt ultra-thickNot publicly listed
Product range1,000+ products80+ products
Minimum quantityPer-product minimums priced live in the configurator, short runs includedNot publicly listed
Black business cardsFrom $40.62Not publicly listed
Standard postcardsFrom $16.48Not publicly listed
Standard flyersFrom $57.11Not publicly listed
Free cards and price match200 free business cards, 110% price matchNo

The line that decides most switches is the first one. When the press is in the USA, a reprint is a re-run and a domestic shipping label, not an international freight window, and that is what holds a 99.8% on-time record together. Our prices are public and live, so the three figures above are what the configurator charges, with file review and a free proof already in them, and the 110% price match covers anything you find cheaper elsewhere.

1,000+ Products vs 80+ at Fastprinting
60+ Paper stocks
99.8% On-time rate
10B+ Cards printed
150K+ Businesses

Print quality

Paper Fastprinting does not stock

Paper is the first reason a Fastprinting buyer looks elsewhere. 4OVER4.COM prints on 60+ stocks: 14pt Gloss Cover for the everyday postcard, 16pt Uncoated with Soft Touch for a card that gets handled, 26pt Metallic Pearl Ice for an invitation, 80pt Midnite Black for a business card nobody files.

Color is the second reason. Every order gets a pre-press check and runs on CMYK-calibrated presses in one plant, so a reorder of the same flyer on 100# Gloss Text comes back the same red, not a near match printed on a different continent.

1

Pricing

Competitive across every tier, with file review and quality checks already included, backed by a 110% price match.

2

Quality

Standard flyers on 100# Gloss Text ship in 3 business days from $39.54 per 50, pre-press checked before they run. Order a sample pack, shipping payable, and hold 14pt next to 24pt before you decide.

3

Support

Real print experts and a free proof on every order, so nothing goes to press until it is right.

Where 4OVER4.COM outperforms Fastprinting

What the extra stocks and products buy you

Linen, pearl and vinyl, not just gloss

Fastprinting offers a handful of paper options. 4OVER4.COM runs 60+ stocks, and on postcards alone that means 14pt White Linen, 15pt Metallic Pearl Champagne, 15pt Synthetic Plastic and 18pt Rigid Vinyl, each of which can take Spot UV, soft-touch lamination, foil stamping, painted edges, or raised ink. A stock choice is a cost choice, and here you get to make it. See every Printing Alternative comparison to weigh other printers too.

Table tents to notepads under one account

4OVER4.COM carries 1,000+ products. Business cards, postcards, brochures, banners, stickers, labels, booklets, door hangers, rack cards, and table tents, and the list keeps going. Fastprinting's catalog is a fraction of that size, so ordering several product types from one printer saves you from juggling vendors. Comparing budget printers head to head? See our 48Hourprint Alternative breakdown.

Pros & cons

Overseas price list, or US plant and public prices

4OVER4.COM

  • 1,000+ products + specialty finishes
  • 60+ paper stocks up to 32pt
  • Same-day shipping, 99.8% on-time
  • Five written guarantees + 110% price match
  • 200 free business cards + loyalty coins

Fastprinting

  • 80+ core products
  • Limited finishing options
  • Standard turnaround
  • No published price match
  • No free-cards or loyalty program

Wally explains the switch from Fastprinting

The fastest way to feel the upgrade

Wally the 4OVER4 mascot weighs a thin Fastprinting card against a thick premium 4OVER4.COM business card

Fastprinting gets you a card. 4OVER4.COM gets you a card people keep. Start with 200 free business cards on premium stock, add a finish Fastprinting never carried, and feel the difference in your hands before you commit to a full run.

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Notepads are the reorder people forget until the desk is bare. Ours run on the same presses and the same schedule as the cards above: see notepads for sizes, sheet counts and quantities, or the full notepads printing range for pads and sets you can put your logo on.

Your Brand on Premium Paper Business stationery that makes the right first impression. 60+ paper stocks and premium finishing options. Get Started →

The full comparison

Fastprinting and 4OVER4.COM, plant by plant

If you are searching for a Fastprinting alternative, you are probably tired of limited paper options, inconsistent quality, or a catalog that stops at the basics. More than 150,000 businesses have been served by 4OVER4.COM since 1999.

What moves an order from Fastprinting to 4OVER4.COM

A Fastprinting alternative worth switching to should hand you more paper options, stronger guarantees, and pricing that does not make you wince. That is 4OVER4.COM. With 1,000+ products and 60+ paper types, you get the kind of selection and quality control that makes reordering a no-brainer.

On business cards, postcards, banners, or stickers, you also get tools like the free QR Code Generator to add scannable, interactive elements to any print run. And if you find a lower price elsewhere, the Price Match guarantee means you never overpay.

The case for switching, in one paragraph

4OVER4.COM is the stronger Fastprinting alternative for most print buyers. You get 60+ paper stocks against Fastprinting's narrow selection, a price match guarantee, and five ironclad guarantees covering quality, delivery, pricing, service, and satisfaction. Fastprinting handles the basics fine, but the moment you want a premium finish like Spot UV, Velvet Lamination, or Raised Foil, the gap opens up fast.

Public prices against a quote you have to ask for

Premium business cards printed by 4OVER4.COM

Price is usually the first thing people check when weighing a Fastprinting alternative, and that is fair. But the cheapest per-unit cost rarely means the best deal, especially when you sacrifice paper quality, finish options, or reliable delivery to get there.

4OVER4.COM structures pricing in volume tiers, so your per-unit cost drops as quantity climbs, across business cards, postcards, flyers, and stickers alike. There are no hidden setup fees and no surprise art charges, and if you find a lower advertised price on the same specs, the price match has you covered. That is the value 150,000+ businesses already figured out.

Print quality Fastprinting cannot match

Door hangers printed by 4OVER4.COM

Quality is where the Fastprinting alternative conversation gets real. 4OVER4.COM prints on 60+ paper stocks, from standard 14pt gloss to ultra-thick 32pt Suede or Velvet Laminated options that run roughly three times the thickness of a standard card. People notice heavier stock, and they keep it instead of tossing it.

Every order runs through a pre-press quality check, backed by a 100% Quality Guarantee. If your prints do not match the approved proof, 4OVER4.COM reprints or refunds. Presses are calibrated for consistent CMYK, so your reds stay red and your blues do not drift to purple, order after order.

Door hangers, bookmarks, labels: the products Fastprinting does not list

If you are exploring every Printing Alternative out there, most online printers offer the same base products. The difference is in the details. 4OVER4.COM wins on paper variety with 60+ types, on guarantees with five written promises, and on range with 1,000+ products under one account. Need Door Hangers for an open house, Bookmarks for a bookstore, Custom Stickers for packaging, or Labels for a craft brewery? All available, all customizable, all from one login.

Comparing other printers too? See the 123Print alternative for another side-by-side, and lean on the 99.8% on-time delivery rate that is operational reality, not a marketing claim.

Who gains most from a US plant

Small business owners who want premium options get 60+ paper stocks and finishes that make printed materials represent a brand the way it deserves. Marketing teams juggling business cards from one vendor, banners from another, and stickers from a third get to consolidate everything under 4OVER4.COM's 1,000+ products.

And print buyers burned by quality issues get five guarantees built on quality control at every step. Still weighing options? Look at the 48Hourprint alternative or the Avery alternative to see how 4OVER4.COM stacks up across the board.

Paper, punctuality and 150,000+ repeat buyers

Quality you can feel comes from 60+ paper types with finishes like Spot UV, foil, and soft-touch lamination. Reliability you can count on comes from a 99.8% on-time delivery rate and 27+ years of experience. And value that keeps giving comes from over 150,000+ businesses trusting 4OVER4.COM for repeat orders. Want to feel it before you commit? Grab your free samples and see the difference in your hands.

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The verdict

A stronger long-term partner than Fastprinting: 1,000+ products, 60+ paper stocks, same-day shipping, five guarantees, and a 110% price match.

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A 4.8 average across 10,000+ reviews, every product counted

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Legal Disclaimer

Gold Standard guarantees apply to all standard orders placed through 4over4.com. Price match requires verifiable proof of a competitor's published price for an equivalent product with matching specifications and turnaround time. Satisfaction guarantee covers manufacturing defects and print quality issues. Contact support with order number and documentation. On-time delivery rate based on tracked orders 1999 to 2026. Individual results may vary based on shipping carrier performance.

Straight answers

Common Questions

Nine answers for the Fastprinting buyer: where the job is printed, who is cheaper, which US stock matches yours. The rest live on our FAQs hub.

Is 4OVER4.COM a good Fastprinting alternative for business cards?

Yes. 4OVER4.COM prints business cards on 60+ paper stocks with finishes like Spot UV, Raised Foil, and Velvet Lamination, far more customization than Fastprinting offers, plus a price match on identical specs. If you are comparing other printers, see the Axiomprint alternative page.

Does 4OVER4.COM cost more than Fastprinting?

Not necessarily. Volume pricing tiers bring per-unit costs down a lot on larger orders, and the price match means if Fastprinting lists a lower price on the exact same specs, 4OVER4.COM matches it. You never sacrifice quality to save money.

How fast does 4OVER4.COM ship orders?

4OVER4.COM holds a 99.8% on-time delivery rate, and 82% of orders ship ahead of schedule. Turnaround runs from same-day to standard production depending on the product, and most orders arrive faster than expected.

What products can I order that Fastprinting does not offer?

4OVER4.COM carries 1,000+ products including Door Hangers, Custom Bookmarks, Yard Signs, Table Tents, NCR Forms, and Presentation Folders. You can also use the free QR Code Generator to add scannable codes to any print product.

Can I get samples before placing a large order?

Absolutely. 4OVER4.COM offers free sample kits so you can feel the paper stocks, see the print quality, and compare finishes before committing to a full run. Order your free samples first and confirm the switch.

Does 4OVER4.COM offer the same finishes as Fastprinting?

And then some. Options include Gloss, Matte, Silk Lamination, Soft Touch, Spot UV, Raised Spot UV, Foil Stamping, and Painted Edges. For a broader look at how 4OVER4.COM compares to other printers, visit the Bannerbuzz alternative page.

How many businesses use 4OVER4.COM?

Over 150,000+ businesses trust 4OVER4.COM. The platform has printed 10 billion+ cards and earned 10,000+ reviews with a 4.8/5 star average. That track record is hard to argue with.

Is Fastprinting US based?

No. Fastprinting fills orders overseas and ships them in, which is what stretches the delivery window on anything with a date attached. 4OVER4.COM prints in the USA in its own plant, running since 1999, and holds a 99.8% on-time delivery rate. If a run has to be redone, it is redone here and shipped domestically instead of waiting on an international freight leg.

Who is cheaper, Fastprinting or 4OVER4?

Fastprinting does not publish US pricing, so the only honest way to compare is quote against quote. Ours are public and live: black business cards from $40.62, standard postcards from $16.48, standard flyers from $57.11, with file review, a free proof and quality checks already included rather than added at checkout. If you find a lower quote anywhere, the 110% price match beats it by up to 10%, and new customers still get 200 free business cards.

What is the closest US equivalent to Fastprinting stocks?

Match on weight and finish, not on the stock name. 14pt is the everyday card weight, about the thickness of a credit card, and it covers what most Fastprinting orders default to. Step up to 16pt silk laminated for menus and anything that gets handled daily, and to 32pt ultra-thick when you want the card kept rather than filed. There are 60+ stocks and finishes to match against, including Spot UV, soft-touch lamination, foil stamping and painted edges, and free samples let you feel the stock before you commit to a run.

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