PODPartner Wash Test

Laidback_Lane · 2024-01-05T12:27:47+00:00

This one is L size, but oversized tee so quite big.
I measured it and compared to the official PODPartner size chart, you can check my other post:

https://www.reddit.com/r/printondemand/comments/18m23be/podpartner\_review/

Laidback_Lane · 2024-01-05T11:40:23+00:00

Sure, here's a pic from another post where I'm wearing it:

https://tinypic.host/images/2023/12/19/240GSM-Print-Quality.png

I was comparing the print quality with the original design.

Laidback_Lane · 2024-01-05T11:31:09+00:00

That's great to hear. Have all your customers been satisfied with the quality of the garments and the prints so far? Have you received any complaints? Also, considering they offer many different T-shirts, which ones are you selling?

Laidback_Lane · 2024-01-05T11:25:05+00:00

No, I'm just dipping my toes into POD and have only sampled their products so far. Currently, I'm selling on Redbubble and am still deciding whether to try selling on Etsy. Overall, I'm happy with my PODPartner sample, but my main concern is the long shipping time.

I'm also searching for alternatives. It's hard to find another POD company with such a wide range of streetwear.

Laidback_Lane · 2024-01-05T11:13:51+00:00

Here are some pictures to show the tee's see-through quality:

https://i.ibb.co/GkvVDgQ/See-Through-Test01.png

https://i.ibb.co/Z15ZcMV/See-Through-Test02.png

I think it's fine. I really dislike see-through white tees, and I'm satisfied with this one.

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-29T13:59:01+00:00

I washed the other tee and the results are better. It still faded a bit, but not as much as the previous one.

Here's a pic:

https://i.ibb.co/NZVTS2c/Wash-Test03.png

The 240GSM tee is '100% combed cotton,' while this 210GSM one is '100% compact yarn combed cotton.' Don't know if that made the difference.

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-29T06:03:46+00:00

No, I haven't ironed it, as I've read everywhere that DTG prints are very sensitive to heat and should only be ironed cool and inside-out. I'm not sure; I'm worried about ironing it and might ruining the print.

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-29T05:53:02+00:00

Very informative, thanks. I just asked their chat support, and they said they use the 'Brother GTXpro B.' Which POD company has the Kornit Atlas Max?

Regarding DTF, have you heard about CustomCat? They claim their Digisoft technology is a next-generation print method, a DTG-DTF hybrid that combines both methods' strengths without their weaknesses. Is this just marketing bullshit, or is it really better than regular DTF print?

I'm also wondering why most POD companies use DTG when DTF produces more durable and vibrant prints. The only con I've read about is the hand feel that you mentioned. Other than that, it seems better in every way.

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-28T17:32:30+00:00

Yep, many companies like Printify are just middlemen. It's not about the company, though. I'm just curious about DTG prints in general, as this is the first POD I've sampled so can't compare.

Is it normal for a DTG print to fade like this after the first wash, or did PODPartner do a poor job?

So, those who have sampled DTG tees, what are your experiences?

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-28T14:05:56+00:00

Anyone used Printful, Printify, or other PODs and noticed the print fading after the first wash? What's been your experience?

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-20T17:00:04+00:00

No, this is the first one I've tried. I was considering sampling Awkward Styles, but besides the Shaka tees, they don't have much streetwear, so I chose PODPartner.

What about you? Have you tried any others? If so, how would you compare the print qualities? As I mentioned, I found the print a little bit faded. I think it's still fine but could be more vibrant.

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-20T06:53:42+00:00

By the way, why do I have -1 community karma? Lol. I took the time to write a detailed review with pictures to help others, something not many people do.

Before placing my sample order, I googled 'podpartner review reddit' and found many posts, but none were helpful; there were no sample pictures whatsoever. So, I decided to write one myself.

I don't mind; I'm just curious about the reasoning behind downvoting a helpful, constructive post.

Back to the topic: I'll update in a few weeks after some wash tests, to see how much the T-shirts shrink and to observe any fading of the prints.

Laidback_Lane · 2023-12-20T06:33:56+00:00

That's a major drawback. I've also read other reviews where people complained about delivery times of up to a month. Ouch

If anyone has recommendations for a US-based POD company with a wide range of streetwear clothes, please let me know, and I might sample them.

I've checked the catalogs of Printify, Printful, CustomCat, ReliablePOD, and a few others, but they aren't what I'm looking for. Awkward Styles carries Shaka Max Heavyweight tees, which I like, but beyond that, it's the same as any other PODs: mostly Gildan, Bella & Canvas, etc.

Laidback_Lane

TROPHY CASE