Custom Trading Card Binders — Size & Pricing Guide
Looking for a custom character binder? ICo Engraving creates laser-engraved card binders with a cover you can design yourself. Choose your binder size and available color, arrange your favorite characters, and preview your design in our customizer.
What makes our laser-engraved binders different?
ICo Engraving uses two-tone leatherette made for laser engraving. The laser removes the colored surface to reveal the contrasting layer underneath, creating the design in the binder cover itself. The artwork is engraved rather than added as a printed cover or sticker. Our team engraves covers in the USA.
Does the engraving color depend on the binder?
Yes. The engraving reveals the underlying color of the leatherette. Different color combinations produce different contrasts, including light engraving on pink covers and dark engraving on other colors. Check the photos and available color options for the binder you select.
Watch our laser engraving process, then choose a customer-designed cover or a pre-designed binder from our collection.
Choose a standard or top-loader trading card binder
For cards without rigid top loaders, choose the Standard binder. For cards stored inside top loaders, choose a 2×2 or 3×3 Top Loader binder. The smaller 2×2 format holds 160 cards in top loaders; the 3×3 holds 360. Compare the options below. All prices are USD.
| Binder | Fits | Capacity | Customizer starting price | Premade price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard 3×4 | Standard trading cards | 480 pockets | $45 | $55 |
| 2×2 Top Loader | Cards in top loaders | 160 pockets | $45 | $50 |
| 3×3 Top Loader | Cards in top loaders | 360 pockets | $50 | $60 |
How do I design my own custom character binder?
- Open the TCG Binder Customizer and choose your binder size and available color.
- Select a background and arrange your favorite characters.
- Add text using the available options, then review your design and total before adding to cart.
Your first character is included in the customizer base price. Each additional character costs $3. Any selected extras are reflected in the final total.
How are premade binders different?
Pre-designed binders feature an existing design. Their prices are $50 for 2×2 Top Loader, $55 for Standard, and $60 for 3×3 Top Loader. These prices are separate from customizer starting prices.
Can I personalize the back?
Premade binders include a free back name of up to 20 characters, with Print or Script font options. In the customizer, adding a back-side design costs $30. Review the available text options, your design preview, and the final total before purchase.
Can I use these binders for sports cards or other trading cards?
Choose the binder by how your cards are stored: Standard for standard trading cards without rigid top loaders, or a Top Loader binder for cards kept in top loaders. The character or cover design does not determine which cards fit. For unusually sized cards or holders, email us before ordering so we can help you choose.
Processing and shipping: how long will my order take?
Processing is the time needed to prepare your order before it ships. Standard processing takes 3–7 business days; expedited processing takes 1–3 business days.
Shipping is the transit time after your order ships. Standard shipping takes 7–10 business days; priority shipping takes 3–5 business days. Add processing and shipping time when estimating arrival. See our shipping policy.
Ready to create a binder for your collection?
Design Your Binder or shop pre-designed binders. Questions? Email icoprints@outlook.com.
ICo Engraving is an independent business. Character references describe the fan-inspired designs and trading card collections discussed in this guide.