Comparison

InviteBeam vs Paperless Post

Paperless Post is known for elegant designs but uses a coin-based pricing model where premium cards and larger guest lists cost more coins. InviteBeam replaces all of that with a flat $5 per event for up to 100 guests, with every design included.

Side-by-side comparison

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

Why hosts switch from Paperless Post to InviteBeam

One flat price instead of buying and tracking coin balances
All themed designs included — no premium-design upcharge
Custom-image uploads available on the free tier
Automatic reminders and thank-you emails included by default
7-day money-back guarantee

About Paperless Post

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.

When Paperless Post might be the better choice

We'd rather you pick the right tool than a refund-worthy mistake. Paperless Post is a better fit if:

You want the deepest possible library of formal, illustrated card designs
You're sending a single, design-driven save-the-date where the card itself is the artifact

Frequently asked questions

Is InviteBeam cheaper than Paperless Post?

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.

Does InviteBeam have the same elegant designs as Paperless Post?

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.

Can I import my Paperless Post guest list?

Yes. Paste a "Name, Email" list or upload a CSV exported from Paperless Post (or any other platform).

Do I lose unused budget like leftover Paperless Post coins?

No. InviteBeam charges only when you send an event. There are no coins to buy in advance, no leftover balances, and no expiration.

Try InviteBeam free — no card required

Design and preview your invitation free. Send for $5 flat when your guest list exceeds 10.

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