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Compare Print Solutions
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There are many platforms in the print-on-demand and production automation space. Most solve part of the problem. The Brick Factory is designed to solve the whole operation. It connects existing hardware, multiple suppliers, complex decoration workflows and sales channels into a single, controllable platform. It is designed for businesses producing 5,000 units per week and above, or those with a clear ambition to reach that scale.
Kornit X and hardware-led integrators
Built around one manufacturer workflow, these platforms suit ecosystem optimisation but rarely support multi-supplier orchestration, flexible margins, or white-label customer ownership.
Where The Brick Factory differs:
- Hardware-agnostic
- Works across mixed fleets and decoration methods
- Built around your business model, not a manufacturer roadmap
- You own the customer relationship, pricing and margins
The Brick Factory sits above hardware, not inside it.
DecoNetwork
Designed for smaller, catalogue-led decorators, DecoNetwork prioritises simplicity but becomes restrictive as volume and complexity increase, with limited support for multi-supplier logic, complex workflows, or advanced automation.
Where The Brick Factory differs:
- Built for complex decoration workflows
- Multi-supplier orchestration at scale
- Flexible support for bespoke production logic
- Designed for operational growth, not catalogue convenience
DecoNetwork is a tool. The Brick Factory is an operating system.
In-house custom-built systems
Typically chosen by highly technical teams, custom-built systems are costly, slow to adapt, and carry ongoing risk, with scaling often introducing fragility rather than resilience.
Where The Brick Factory differs:
- Proven in live production environments
- Continuous development without internal technical burden
- Practical support from print specialists
- Faster time to value with reduced dependency risk
Most businesses want to run print operations, not become software companies.
Competing with Printful, Printify and Gelato
Marketplace fulfilment platforms prioritise convenience over control, often owning the customer relationship, setting margins, and limiting production flexibility, which makes them unsuitable for long-term profitability.
Where The Brick Factory differs:
- You own the customer relationship
- You control margins, pricing, and suppliers
- Full white-label capability
- Optional integration with third-party networks, without lock‑in
The Brick Factory lets you compete with these platforms, not depend on them.
Pricing and commercial model
Most competitors operate on subscription models, per-order fees or margin-based pricing, which can appear attractive initially but scale directly with your success. The Brick Factory is different.
It is a clear, transparent investment in your production infrastructure. You are buying an operating system that reduces labour, errors, rework and complexity over time. This aligns incentives properly.
As your business grows, the platform works harder for you, not against you.
Who The Brick Factory is for
Ideal for:
- Established printers and garment decorators
- Businesses producing 5,000+ units per week
- Startups with a clear hardware and scale strategy
- Companies serious about owning their customer relationships and margins
Not designed for:
- Hobby sellers
- Micro businesses with no growth ambition
- Those looking for the cheapest short-term option
Despite its power, The Brick Factory is easy to use. Complexity is handled by the system, not pushed onto your team, with real print experts supporting onboarding and day-to-day operations. It is built for businesses that want control, scalable automation and a long-term operational advantage.
Find out more at brickfactory.uk