In This Article

• 5mm Standard vs Overlocked: Quick Comparison
• What Is a 5mm Standard Stubby Holder?
• What Is a 5mm Overlocked Stubby Holder?
• The Biggest Difference Is the Edge Finish
• Does the Overlocked Version Keep Drinks Colder?
• Which One Looks More Premium?
• Which Is Better for Corporate Orders?
• Which Is Better for Weddings?
• Which Is Better for Sporting Clubs?
• Do They Have the Same Print Area?
• How Much More Does the Overlocked Version Cost?
• Which One Should You Choose?
• Our Recommendation by Use Case
• What Both Products Have in Common
• The Bottom Line
• Frequently Asked Questions

Last checked: 9 September 2026

If you’re comparing Clinkies’ 5mm Standard and 5mm Overlocked stubby holders, the difference is simpler than it first appears.

Both styles use thick 5mm neoprene, have a structured rubber base, fit most 345ml–375ml longneck bottles and provide the same 21cm × 11cm wraparound print area.

The main difference is the finish around the edge.

A 5mm Standard Stubby Holder has a cleaner, simpler edge, while the 5mm Overlocked Stubby Holder has visible overlocked stitching around the edge for a more finished and slightly more premium appearance.

For most orders, the choice comes down to look, budget and how premium you want the final product to feel. Clinkies currently lists the Standard from A$19 for small quantities and the Overlocked from A$20.

5mm Standard vs Overlocked: Quick Comparison

Quick answer: Choose the 5mm Standard if you want the structured feel of a 5mm holder at the lower price. Choose the 5mm Overlocked if the visible stitched edge and more finished presentation are worth the small additional cost.

Prices checked 9 September 2026. Current prices may change.

What Is a 5mm Standard Stubby Holder?

A 5mm Standard Stubby Holder is a structured neoprene drink cooler with a sturdy rubber base.

Unlike a lightweight foldable holder, it keeps its shape when placed on a table and has a thicker, more substantial feel in the hand.

Clinkies’ current Standard version measures approximately 19cm × 6cm, fits most 345ml–375ml longneck bottles, and has a 21cm × 11cm wraparound imprint area.

That gives you plenty of room for a business logo, wedding artwork, photograph, names, dates, QR code or event branding.

The Standard style makes sense when you want the benefits of a thicker 5mm product without paying extra for decorative edge stitching.

What Is a 5mm Overlocked Stubby Holder?

The 5mm Overlocked version uses the same general 5mm neoprene construction and sturdy base, but adds overlocked stitching around the edge.

That stitching is visible on the finished product.

It doesn’t completely change how the holder works. Instead, it changes how the product looks and feels as a finished piece.

For businesses, weddings and events where presentation matters, the overlocked edge can give the holder a more detailed, finished appearance.

The current Clinkies Overlocked version also measures 19cm × 6cm, fits most 345ml–375ml longneck bottles, and uses the same 21cm × 11cm wraparound print area.

The Biggest Difference Is the Edge Finish

This is the most important thing to understand.

You are not choosing between two completely different stubby holders.

Both are 5mm thick.

Both have a structured rubber base.

Both use wraparound full-colour custom printing.

Both suit logos, photographs, names, dates, artwork and QR codes.

The real visual difference is around the edge.

Standard

The Standard version has a simpler finish.

The design itself remains the main visual focus, which can work particularly well for clean corporate logos, large quantities and straightforward event artwork.

Overlocked

The Overlocked version adds visible stitched edging.

That gives the outer edge another visual detail and can make the product feel slightly more finished.

If you’re holding the two next to each other, this is the difference you’re most likely to notice first.

Does the Overlocked Version Keep Drinks Colder?

This is one question where it is important not to overstate the difference.

Both products use 5mm neoprene, so we would not choose the Overlocked version simply because you expect dramatically different insulation.

The main reason to move from Standard to Overlocked is the finish and presentation, not a major change in insulation.

If insulation and a thicker structured feel are your priorities, both already give you the key advantage of 5mm construction.

This is also why the decision is quite different from choosing between a lightweight 3mm holder and a structured 5mm holder.

Which One Looks More Premium?

If appearance is the main priority, we would generally lean towards the 5mm Overlocked.

The stitched edge introduces another finishing detail and gives the outer edge more definition.

This can work particularly well for corporate gifts, premium event merchandise, sporting clubs, brewery merchandise, wedding favours and branded products intended to be kept and reused.

That doesn’t mean the Standard version looks cheap.

It simply has a cleaner and more straightforward finish.

For a minimal corporate design, that can actually be preferable.

Which Is Better for Corporate Orders?

It depends on what the business is trying to achieve.

For a large corporate promotional campaign where quantity and cost per unit matter, the 5mm Standard is often the more practical choice.

At current Clinkies pricing, 100–149 Standard holders are listed at A$3.80 each, compared with A$4.00 each for Overlocked.

At 401+ units, the current prices are A$3.00 and A$3.20 respectively.

Twenty cents does not sound like much on one holder.

On 500 units, however, it becomes roughly A$100 difference.

That can matter when you’re ordering merchandise for a large campaign.

If the holders are being used as trade-show giveaways, high-volume promotional merchandise, festival merchandise or general customer giveaways, the Standard version may offer the better balance.

But if the products are intended for VIP customers, staff gifts, premium brand merchandise or an important corporate event, the extra finishing detail of the Overlocked version may be worth it.

Which Is Better for Weddings?

For weddings, I would make the decision based more on the look you want than on performance.

A 5mm Standard holder works well if your artwork is already doing most of the visual work.

For example, a botanical wedding design, photograph, monogram, couple’s names or detailed illustration.

The cleaner edge keeps attention on the artwork.

The Overlocked version can work well if you want the stubby holder itself to feel a little more finished and substantial as a wedding favour.

For a large 150-person wedding, price may also come into the decision.

The important thing is that both products provide the same large wraparound print area, so choosing Standard does not mean giving up your main artwork space.

Which Is Better for Sporting Clubs?

Both work well.

For large club orders, the Standard can make sense where budget is important.

Think club fundraisers, supporter merchandise, presentation nights and large team orders.

For a smaller run of merchandise where the club wants something with a more detailed finished edge, the Overlocked version may be more appealing.

The overlocked stitching can also be incorporated into the overall colour direction of the product rather than being treated purely as a functional detail.

Do They Have the Same Print Area?

Yes.

Clinkies currently lists a 21cm × 11cm all-around imprint area for both the 5mm Standard and 5mm Overlocked products.

That means both are suitable for company logos, QR codes, photographs, event artwork, names and dates, illustrations and full-colour graphics.

So there is no need to choose Overlocked simply because you need more room for your design.

The usable artwork format is fundamentally similar.

How Much More Does the Overlocked Version Cost?

The difference varies by quantity. Using the current Clinkies price list:

Prices checked 9 September 2026. Current prices may change.

This is why I would not describe either option as universally “better”.

At 50 units, the visual difference may easily justify the small additional cost.

At 1,000 units, even a small per-unit difference becomes more relevant to the overall campaign budget.

Which One Should You Choose?

If you’re still unsure, use this rule.

Choose 5mm Standard if:

• You want a thick, structured stubby holder.
• You prefer a cleaner edge.
• You are ordering larger quantities and want to keep the unit cost slightly lower.
• Your artwork or company logo should be the main visual focus.
• You are producing general event or promotional merchandise.

Choose 5mm Overlocked if:

• You like visible stitched edging.
• You want the product to have a more detailed finished appearance.
• Presentation matters more than saving a small amount per unit.
• You are producing wedding favours, premium branded merchandise or customer gifts.
• You simply prefer the traditional overlocked stubby-holder look.

Our Recommendation by Use Case

This isn’t a fixed rule. The artwork, quantity and budget still matter.

But it is a useful place to start.

What Both Products Have in Common

Whichever 5mm style you choose, the current Clinkies versions share several important features:

• 5mm neoprene construction
• Structured rubber base
• Full-colour custom artwork
• 19cm × 6cm product size
• Fits most 345ml–375ml longneck bottles
• 21cm × 11cm wraparound print area
• Minimum order from one piece
• Free artwork proof before printing

Clinkies currently advises approximately 3–5 business days production after artwork approval, while Rush Service can provide dispatch within 2–4 business days after proof approval on eligible orders.

The Bottom Line

The 5mm Standard and 5mm Overlocked Stubby Holders are much more alike than they are different.

They use the same thickness of neoprene, have the same product dimensions, use the same wraparound print area and suit many of the same drinks and events.

The difference is mainly finish + price.

Choose Standard when you want a clean, structured 5mm holder and better value at larger quantities.

Choose Overlocked when you prefer visible stitched edging and are happy to pay slightly more for that finishing detail.

If you’re choosing between 3mm and 5mm stubby holders rather than between these two 5mm styles, that’s a different decision — thickness, flexibility and construction become much more important.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a Standard and Overlocked stubby holder?

The main difference is the edge finish. Both Clinkies versions use 5mm neoprene and a rubber base, but the Overlocked version adds visible stitched edging.

Is a 5mm Overlocked stubby holder better than Standard?

Not necessarily. Overlocked offers a more detailed stitched finish, while Standard costs slightly less. Performance and basic dimensions are otherwise very similar.

Are both made from 5mm neoprene?

Yes. Both Clinkies styles use 5mm neoprene.

Are they the same size?

Yes. Both are currently listed at approximately 19cm × 6cm and fit most 345ml–375ml longneck bottles.

Do they have the same printing area?

Yes. Both currently provide approximately 21cm × 11cm of wraparound imprint area.

Which one is cheaper for bulk orders?

The Standard version is currently slightly cheaper at most quantity tiers. For example, at 401+ pieces it is listed at A$3.00 each compared with A$3.20 for Overlocked.

Can I print a logo or QR code on both?

Yes. Both are suitable for logos, artwork, photographs, names, dates and QR codes.