This page shows real completed DTF (Direct-to-Film) printing jobs, listed in ascending order by quantity.
The examples demonstrate how cost per shirt changes as quantities increase, while also being influenced by print size, print positions, and turnaround.
All pricing is provided as a guide only and is not a fixed price list.
Example 1 - 30 Shirts (Standard Turnaround)
Overview
Printing method: DTF
Garment: JBS Wear 1HT
Print positions: Front chest only (10cm × 10cm)
Turnaround: Standard (~2 weeks)
Order type: Pickup
Cost Summary
Total order: $700.20
Approx cost per shirt: $23.34
Example 2 - 100 Shirts (Urgent Turnaround)
Overview
Printing method: DTF
Garment: JBS Wear 1HT
Print positions: Front (10cm × 10cm) + X-Large Print on Back (35cm × 35cm)
Turnaround: Urgent
Shipping: Express (Brisbane → Melbourne)
Cost Summary
Total order: $3,021.30
Approx cost per shirt: $30.21
Higher cost per shirt reflects two print positions, extra large back print, and urgent production.
Example 3 - 163 Shirts (Urgent Bulk Order)
Overview
Printing method: DTF
Garment: AS Colour Block Oversized Tee (5052)
Print positions: Front (10cm × 10cm) + Large Back Print (30cm × 30cm)
Turnaround: Urgent
Order type: Pickup
Cost Summary
Total order: $4,022.92
Approx cost per shirt: $24.68
Cost Comparison & Percentage Savings
The table below compares cost per shirt and shows how pricing improves with quantity when other variables are reasonably comparable.
Quantity
Cost per Shirt
Change vs 30 Shirts
Percentage Difference
30
$23.34
—
—
100
$30.21
+$6.87
+29.4%
163
$24.68
−$5.53 (vs 100)
−18.3%
Key Takeaways from the Pricing Ladder
DTF pricing does not decrease linearly with quantity
Print size, number of positions, and urgency can outweigh volume
Larger quantities can still deliver savings when complexity is controlled
DTF remains best for flexibility and urgency, not extreme bulk discounts
If lowest cost per shirt is the main priority at very high quantities, screen printing may be more suitable.
