Facts about Paperless Post reflect publicly listed pricing and features. We update this page when either platform changes their offering.
| Feature | InviteBeam | Paperless Post |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Free up to 10 guests, then flat $5/event | Coin packages; premium cards cost more coins |
| Premium-design upcharge | None | Yes — premium cards cost extra coins |
| Per-guest cost scaling | No — flat fee up to 100 guests | Effective per-guest cost on premium cards |
| Custom-image upload | Free tier | Paid tier only |
| RSVP tracking | Live dashboard | Yes |
| Automatic reminders | Included | Limited |
| Automatic thank-yous | Included | Manual |
| Calendar (.ics) attachments | Yes | Yes |
| Plus-ones + dietary tracking | Included | Limited |
| Money-back guarantee | 7 days, full refund | Coins are non-refundable |
Paperless Post offers free "Flyer" invitations and paid "Cards" that are purchased with coins. Coin packages start small and scale up; premium card designs and personalization options cost more coins per guest. Subscription plans (Paperless Post+) add additional features.
We'd rather you pick the right tool than a refund-worthy mistake. Paperless Post is a better fit if:
For most paid events, yes. A premium Paperless Post card sent to 50 guests typically costs more in coins than InviteBeam's flat $5 per event. Cost-per-guest also stays the same on InviteBeam up to 100 guests, instead of scaling with the design.
InviteBeam offers a curated library of themed designs and unlimited custom-image uploads on every tier. Paperless Post has a deeper design library, especially for formal occasions; InviteBeam's edge is flat pricing and custom-image flexibility.
Yes. Paste a "Name, Email" list or upload a CSV exported from Paperless Post (or any other platform).
No. InviteBeam charges only when you send an event. There are no coins to buy in advance, no leftover balances, and no expiration.
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