Here are ten affordable online Christmas card options—from standard personalised and photo cards to bulk, eco-friendly, humorous, religious, corporate, last-minute and multi-pack sets—so you can send meaningful, budget-friendly greetings.
Standard personalised cards (around 148 x 210mm) are a cost-effective choice, often from A$9.99, offering a clear canvas for names, photos or custom messages. They suit extended family, colleagues and neighbours, and let your message take centre stage without high cost. Their quality and convenience explain why many online card services report high repeat business (often over 90%).
Large cards (about 205 x 290mm, often ~A$12.98) give more room for lengthy messages, larger photos or creative layouts. They work well for family group updates, teacher or workplace appreciation notes, and any message you want to feel substantial and considered.
Photo cards, usually priced similarly to standard cards, let you share milestones and memories and often double as keepsakes. Online platforms let you upload images, pick layouts, add text overlays or collages, making storytelling simple and affordable.
Bulk orders become economical around 20+ cards, with lower per-unit costs and occasional perks like free envelopes, postage discounts or address printing. Choose universally appealing designs—classic imagery, elegant typography or warm seasonal colours—and order early to allow extra processing time and access potential early-bird discounts.
While Moonpig does not offer eco-friendly cards, many online services provide recycled-paper, FSC-certified or biodegradable options at competitive prices. Eco choices often use earth tones, natural textures or minimalist designs to reduce ink and materials, signalling environmental thoughtfulness without inflating costs.
Humorous cards rely on wordplay, illustrations or light-hearted takes rather than costly production, making them affordable and memorable. They suit friends, siblings and easy-going colleagues; choose tone carefully to match each recipient. Many sites sort humour by appropriateness to help selection.
Religious cards feature nativity scenes, biblical quotes or spiritual imagery and remain both meaningful and affordable. They suit church communities, religious family members and anyone who values the season’s sacred origins, with options from traditional art to contemporary biblical interpretations.
Corporate cards balance festive spirit with professional appropriateness using elegant designs, neutral colours and universal themes. They should work across diverse cultural and business relationships, focusing on seasonal rather than religious motifs. Regular, well-chosen corporate cards can strengthen goodwill and keep your organisation memorable.
Express options and quick-turnaround designs serve last-minute shoppers; simple, clean layouts often require less production time and can still feel meaningful. Express delivery costs extra, but many services offer 24–48-hour guarantees for rush orders so you don’t miss the season.
Multi-packs bundle several coordinating designs at a lower per-card cost, ideal when you need variety—photo cards for family, funny cards for friends, formal cards for work—while keeping a cohesive look and avoiding identical cards to overlapping social circles.
Set a realistic budget including postage, then match card types to recipient relationships: photos for close family, neutral designs for professional contacts, humour for friends. Order early to access full choices and discounts; for bulk orders factor extra processing time. Prioritise durability and print quality—an affordable, well-made card reflects better than a flimsy one. With clear priorities and planning, you can send meaningful, budget-friendly cards that suit every recipient and situation.