Method Typical minimum Set-up cost Best fit
Digital 250 to 1,000 pieces None or minimal Pilots, multiple SKUs, frequent artwork changes
Flexographic Around 5,000 pieces Moderate plate cost Mid-volume runs, simpler graphics
Rotogravure 5,000 to 25,000 pieces Roughly $300 to $2,000 per colour Long runs, photographic graphics, stable repeat orders