Invitation Cost Calculator

How it works

1. 1. Enter your guest count. Count households, since one paper invitation usually goes to one address.
2. 2. Set your paper costs. The card, outbound postage, and return RSVP postage fields are pre-filled with editable estimates. Replace them with real quotes from your printer and post office.
3. 3. Compare the totals. The calculator multiplies your per-guest paper cost by the guest count, then subtracts your digital cost with InviteDrop. Every event starts with 5 free invitations; larger guest lists add a one-time Event Pass, a flat price for the whole event. The difference is your savings.

Frequently asked questions

How does the Invitation Cost Calculator work?

Enter your guest count and your own estimates for the printed card, outbound postage, and a stamped return RSVP card. The calculator multiplies the per-guest paper cost by your guest count and compares it to the cost of sending digital invitations with InviteDrop, including the one-time Event Pass when your guest list goes past the free invites.

Are the paper costs real prices?

No. The paper card and postage fields are editable starting estimates, not quoted market prices. Replace them with real quotes from your printer and post office for an accurate comparison.

How much do digital invitations cost on InviteDrop?

InviteDrop is free to start: every event includes 5 free invites with no ads, no watermarks, no coins, and no per-guest fees. Larger guest lists take a simple one-time Event Pass — a flat price for the whole event, which the calculator includes automatically in the digital total. You get an animated envelope, built-in RSVP tracking, and you can send by text or email.

Does the calculator save my numbers?

Yes. Your inputs are saved in your browser using localStorage, so they are still there when you come back. Nothing is sent to a server.