DTF Printer ROI Calculator
Is Buying a DTF Printer Worth It?
Use this calculator to compare what you may currently be spending on outsourced DTF transfers against the estimated cost of producing prints in-house with your own DTF printer. It is designed as a guide for clothing brands, decorators, print shops and growing businesses considering their first or next DTF setup.
Current DTF Transfer Ordering
Estimate what you currently spend when ordering DTF transfers from a print supplier.
Example: total logos, chest prints, back prints or designs ordered monthly.
Used to estimate total linear metres per month.
Use the rate you normally pay for ordered transfers.
This helps frame the estimate around common DTF roll widths.
How often you place transfer orders each month.
Choose your typical freight cost per order.
Leave blank to calculate shipping from orders per month × shipping per order.
Owning a DTF Printer
Estimate the monthly cost of producing DTF transfers in-house.
Enter the approximate package cost you are considering.
Used to spread the machine purchase across a monthly estimate.
Used to estimate monthly production time.
Allows for cleaning, parts, wastage and general upkeep.
Estimated film cost per linear metre.
Ink usage varies depending on coverage and white ink use.
Estimate adhesive powder use per metre.
Allows for setup, mistakes, reprints and maintenance prints.
Estimated current outsourced cost / month
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Estimated in-house cost / month
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Estimated monthly difference
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Estimated payback time
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Adjust the calculator fields above to estimate whether continuing to order DTF transfers or purchasing your own DTF printer may be more suitable for your current volume.
Helpful DTF Store Links
Use the calculator as a guide, then compare printer packages, consumables and support options before making a decision.
Important: This calculator is a guide only and does not guarantee exact production cost, profit, output speed or machine suitability. DTF running costs can vary depending on artwork coverage, white ink usage, humidity, operator experience, maintenance routine, film type, ink type, machine model, print settings, order batching and wastage. For help choosing a suitable printer package, contact DTF Store before purchasing.