Return policy comparison · 2026
Vistaprint vs xBloom
Policy data verified July 24, 2026 by the Thrifle team
Winner
Vistaprint
B-
2.6 / 5.0 · Fair
xBloom
C-
1.4 / 5.0 · Below Average
The verdict
Vistaprint has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading B- (2.6/5.0) against xBloom's C- (1.4/5.0). It wins 2 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the restocking fee: no restocking fee versus restocking fee charged.
Score breakdown
Five axes, 5.0 points total — the same deterministic grader behind every Thrifle policy page.
VistaprintxBloom
Return window · worth 2.0
Restocking fee · worth 1.0
Return shipping · worth 1.0
Holiday window · worth 0.5
Transparency · worth 0.5
Key terms side-by-side
| Vistaprint | xBloom | |
|---|---|---|
| Return window | 14 days (defective/non-conforming products only) | ✓ 30 days (US/Canada; complete, unused, original packaging) |
| Free returns | ✓ Yes | No - fee deducted |
| Restocking fee | ✓ None published | Up to $60 restocking fee in the US/Canada if the machine is returned dirty, wet, or missing parts. |
| Return shipping | For defective/damaged/non-conforming products, Vistaprint refunds the purchase price plus an appropriate share of shipping costs, or reprints at no charge, once you contact Customer Care within 14 days of delivery. | Customer pays return shipping unless the item is defective; original and expedited shipping fees are non-refundable. |
| Holiday extension | None published | None published |
| Non-returnable | Non-defective custom-printed products (no general buyer's-remorse returns since items are made to order); subsequent subscription charges after the initial 14-day cancellation window | Coffee products, perishable goods, consumables, machine parts/components, personalized products, refurbished machines, all clearance/final sale items |
| Watch-out items | Subscription services: 14-day cancellation window from the date you subscribed, separate from the product defect window, and it applies only to the initial subscription charge | — |
Vistaprint tip
Because custom-printed goods can't be returned for a change of mind, inspect your order and photograph any defect immediately — you have only 14 days from delivery to report it or the warranty is voided.
xBloom tip
Cancel before your order ships if you're having second thoughts — pre-shipment cancellations are free, but once the machine is out the door you're locked into the 30-day return process (and a possible $60 fee if it comes back dirty or incomplete).
Frequently asked questions
Who has the better return policy, Vistaprint or xBloom?
Vistaprint has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading B- (2.6/5.0) against xBloom's C- (1.4/5.0). It wins 2 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the restocking fee: no restocking fee versus restocking fee charged.
What is Vistaprint's return window?
Vistaprint's return window is 14 days (defective/non-conforming products only).
What is xBloom's return window?
xBloom's return window is 30 days (US/Canada; complete, unused, original packaging).
Does Vistaprint or xBloom offer free returns?
Vistaprint: Yes. xBloom: No - fee deducted.