If you’re comparing Cool Stubby and Clinkies, the biggest difference isn’t really the printing.

Both can produce full-colour personalised stubby holders for weddings, parties, clubs and businesses.

The more useful comparison is:

How many do you need, what style do you want, and how much flexibility do you need when ordering?

Cool Stubby has a broad range with both Australian-made and imported options, while Clinkies is generally more flexible for smaller quantities and different 3mm and 5mm constructions.

Here’s how we’d compare them.

Cool Stubby vs Clinkies at a Glance

The simple version is:

Cool Stubby is particularly strong for larger orders and customers wanting a choice between Australian-made and imported products.

Clinkies is particularly useful when you need fewer pieces or want more flexibility around order size.

1. Minimum Order: This Is Where the Difference Starts

Minimum order quantity can completely change which supplier makes sense.

Cool Stubby’s MOQ varies depending on the product.

Some ranges start from around:

• 20 units
• 50 units
• larger bulk quantities

That works perfectly well if you’re organising:

• a large wedding
• a sporting club order
• a corporate promotion
• a school event
• a large bucks party

But it’s less convenient if you only need 10 or 15.

Clinkies offers selected personalised products from just one piece.

That makes it easier for:

• small hens parties
• birthday weekends
• small weddings
• personalised gifts
• trial business orders
• sample orders

Which MOQ Is Better for Your Order?

For 100 holders, a minimum order of 20 or 50 isn’t really a problem.

For 12 holders, it matters a lot.

2. Don’t Compare Prices Without Comparing Quantity

This is where custom stubby holder pricing can be misleading.

Cool Stubby often advertises very low “from” prices on larger-quantity products.

But those lowest prices normally apply only when you order hundreds or even thousands.

So if one website says:

From A$1.90

and another says:

From A$5.00

that doesn’t automatically mean the first supplier is cheaper for your order.

You need to compare the same quantity.

For example:

• 20
• 50
• 100
• 200
• 500

The actual unit price can change dramatically.

Small Orders vs Bulk Orders

A useful way to think about it is:

Small orders

If you need fewer than 20, flexibility is usually more important than the lowest bulk rate.

Medium orders

At 20–100 units, compare both price and holder construction.

Large orders

At 100+, quantity discounts become much more important.

Very large orders

At 500 or 1,000+, even a difference of A$0.20–A$0.30 per holder adds up quickly.

3. Product Style Matters as Much as Price

Cool Stubby has a broad range of holder styles.

Depending on the range, you’ll find products such as:

• foldable holders
• premium holders
• slim holders
• bottomless holders
• double-stitched holders
• zip-up styles
• imported budget options

Clinkies also offers multiple constructions, including:

• 3mm foldable
• 3mm fully stitched
• 5mm standard
• 5mm overlocked
• slim holders

So before comparing prices, ask:

Am I actually comparing the same type of stubby holder?

4. 3mm vs 5mm

This is one of the most useful product comparisons.

3mm holders may suit:

• wedding favour bags
• hens weekends
• promotional giveaways
• larger event packs
• customers wanting something lighter

5mm holders may suit:

• sporting clubs
• business merchandise
• gifts
• premium events
• customers wanting a thicker feel

A cheaper 3mm foldable holder isn’t really the same product as a thicker 5mm structured holder.

They solve different problems.

5. Foldable vs Structured

Foldable holders are convenient because they:

• pack flat
• take up less storage space
• are easy to distribute
• work well for large events

Structured holders feel more substantial.

They may suit:

• corporate events
• club merchandise
• premium wedding favours
• gifting

If you’re ordering 200 for a wedding, packing space might matter.

If you’re ordering 20 for a business event, the more structured feel might matter more.

6. Australian-Made vs Imported

Cool Stubby has a clear advantage here because it openly offers both.

Some of its ranges are Australian made, while others are imported.

That means customers can choose based on priority.

Australian-made may appeal if:

• local manufacturing matters
• you’re an Australian business
• you want local production as part of your branding
• you prefer a premium positioning

Imported may appeal if:

• price matters more
• you’re ordering a large quantity
• you have enough lead time
• local manufacturing isn’t essential

Clinkies doesn’t position Australian-made production as its main selling point.

So if that is your top priority, Cool Stubby is worth serious consideration.

7. Direct Online Order vs Quote-Based Ordering

The ordering experience is also slightly different.

Cool Stubby is more traditional in the way many promotional suppliers work.

You generally provide:

• quantity
• artwork
• event details
• colours
• delivery requirements

and receive design or quote support.

Clinkies is more direct for customers who already know what they want.

Depending on the product, you can:

• choose quantity
• upload artwork
• add wording
• provide event details
• request a proof
• place the order online

Neither process is better.

It depends on whether you want more assistance or more control.

8. Which Is Better for a Small Wedding?

For a small wedding of 20 or fewer guests, Clinkies will usually be easier because of the lower minimum quantity.

You don’t have to buy extra holders you don’t need.

A small wedding may also suit:

• 3mm foldable styles
• personalised names
• photos
• wedding dates
• individual artwork

For a large wedding, Cool Stubby becomes much more competitive.

9. Which Is Better for a Large Wedding?

If you need 100, 200 or 500 holders, Cool Stubby’s bulk pricing and imported options become much more relevant.

You can also compare its Australian-made range if local manufacturing matters to you.

At that quantity, we’d compare:

• final price
• thickness
• manufacturing origin
• production time
• delivery
• artwork service

MOQ is no longer the main issue.

10. Which Is Better for Hens and Bucks Parties?

A lot of hens and bucks groups are relatively small.

You might only have:

• 8
• 12
• 15
• 20 people

That makes small minimum quantities useful.

Clinkies is likely to be more convenient for these orders.

For a large pub event or bucks function with 50+, Cool Stubby becomes more relevant.

11. Which Is Better for Businesses?

This depends on what stage the business is at.

Clinkies may suit:

• 10–30 staff event holders
• testing a logo design
• small product samples
• trial campaigns

Cool Stubby may suit:

• 100+ promotional holders
• club merchandise
• Australian-made campaigns
• larger corporate runs

For a 500-piece business order, we’d get pricing from both.

Which One Offers Better Value?

There isn’t one universal answer.

Cool Stubby may offer better value if you want:

• large quantities
• Australian-made options
• imported budget options
• a wide product range
• quote-based support

Clinkies may offer better value if you want:

• smaller quantities
• minimum 1 on selected products
• direct online ordering
• 3mm and 5mm options
• more flexibility for small events

The key is comparing the order you actually need.

Our Take

If you only look at the lowest advertised unit price, Cool Stubby can appear much cheaper.

But that doesn’t tell the whole story.

Before ordering, compare:

• MOQ
• quantity
• 3mm vs 5mm
• foldable vs structured
• Australian made vs imported
• delivery
• final order price

For small personalised orders, Clinkies is generally easier.

For larger bulk orders, Cool Stubby becomes a much stronger comparison.

That’s really where the difference lies.

FAQ

What is the minimum order for Cool Stubby?

The minimum varies by product. Some Cool Stubby ranges start around 20 units, while others start from 50.

What is the minimum order for Clinkies?

Selected Clinkies products can currently be ordered from one piece.

Is Cool Stubby cheaper than Clinkies?

It depends on quantity and product. Cool Stubby can be very competitive at larger quantities, while Clinkies may make more sense for smaller orders.

Does Cool Stubby offer Australian-made holders?

Yes. Cool Stubby offers selected Australian-made ranges alongside imported products.

Which is better for a small wedding?

Clinkies may be easier for smaller weddings because of the lower minimum order.

Which is better for bulk orders?

Cool Stubby is particularly strong for larger bulk orders, although both suppliers are worth comparing once quantities reach 50–100 or more.

Should I choose 3mm or 5mm?

Choose 3mm if you want something lighter and foldable. Choose 5mm if you prefer a thicker, more structured feel.