Manga Printing Calculator
Ready to hold your AI creation in your hands? Compare costs between Amazon KDP, Lulu, and Professional Offset printing.
* Standard Tankobon is ~200 pages.
Pro Tip:
If you're printing over 500 copies, **Offset printing** is almost always cheaper and higher quality than POD (KDP).
Which Printing Method is Right for You?
Amazon KDP (POD)
The lowest barrier to entry. Zero upfront costs and direct integration with Amazon's marketplace. Best for first-time authors and "print-on-demand" sales.
Lulu Direct
Great for selling directly to your audience via your own website or Shopify. Offers slightly higher paper quality and more comic-specific trim sizes than KDP.
Offset (Professional)
The industry standard for mass-market manga. Requires high minimums (500+) but offers authentic manga paper and removable dust jackets.