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Honest Comparison

PostNet Denver vs FedEx Office (Kinkos)

A fair, side-by-side look at both options so you can make the right choice for your Denver printing needs.

PostNet wins: 8FedEx Office wins: 2

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Based on publicly available information, our equipment specs, and real customer experience.

Same-Day Printing

PostNet
PostNet: Yes — most jobs finished in 1-2 hours
FedEx Office: Self-service copies only; quality jobs take 3-5 days

In-House Production

PostNet
PostNet: 100% in-house on professional presses
FedEx Office: Quality jobs outsourced to central production facilities

Color Certification

PostNet
PostNet: G7 Master Certified color accuracy
FedEx Office: No G7 or industry color certification

5th Color Printing

PostNet
PostNet: Gold, silver, white, clear gloss, neon
FedEx Office: Not available

Self-Service Copying

FedEx Office
PostNet: Staff-assisted service (faster, fewer errors)
FedEx Office: 24/7 self-service copiers and computers

24-Hour Access

FedEx Office
PostNet: Monday-Friday 9 AM - 6 PM
FedEx Office: Many locations open 24/7

Personal Service

PostNet
PostNet: Expert staff reviews every file, catches errors
FedEx Office: Self-service focused, staff assistance varies

No Minimums

PostNet
PostNet: No minimum order on most products
FedEx Office: No minimum on self-service; minimums on custom jobs

Wide Format Printing

PostNet
PostNet: Up to 64" wide, same-day turnaround
FedEx Office: Available but often outsourced for large sizes

Google Reviews (Denver)

PostNet
PostNet: 515+ reviews, 5.0-star average
FedEx Office: Varies by location, typically 3.5-4.0 stars

Why Denver Customers Choose PostNet

Same-day production of professional-quality prints, not just self-service copies

G7 Master Certified — your brand colors are measured, not guessed

Expert file review on every order catches resolution and color issues before printing

5th color station for gold, silver, white, clear gloss, and neon finishes

Personal service — you work directly with the people printing your job

515+ Google reviews | 5-star average

Where FedEx Office Does Well

We believe in honesty. Here is where FedEx Office has genuine strengths:

24/7 locations are genuinely useful for last-minute self-service copying

Self-service computers and copiers let you handle simple jobs independently

Extensive nationwide network with consistent service at most locations

Detailed Analysis

FedEx Office — still called Kinkos by many long-time customers — is the go-to for late-night self-service copying. Their 24-hour locations are genuinely convenient when you need copies at 2 AM before a morning meeting. But for professional print quality, same-day production, and personal service, FedEx Office has some notable limitations.

FedEx Office relies heavily on self-service copiers for walk-in customers. When you need higher-quality work — business cards on thick cardstock, booklets with professional binding, or color-accurate marketing materials — those jobs are typically sent out to centralized production facilities. That means 3-5 day turnaround times and limited ability to proof or adjust your project in person.

PostNet Denver CO149 produces everything on site with production-grade equipment. Our G7 Master Certification means the colors in your proof match the colors in your final print. Our team reviews every file before printing and catches issues that self-service kiosks miss entirely — wrong resolution, missing bleeds, RGB-to-CMYK color shifts. That hands-on approach is the difference between a print job and a professional print job.

The Verdict

Choose PostNet Denver if you need professional print quality, accurate brand colors, specialty finishes, or same-day turnaround on production-grade equipment. Choose FedEx Office if you need 24-hour access for self-service copying, or if you need a computer station to work on files late at night.

Choose PostNet Denver if you need:

  • Same-day turnaround, no rush fees
  • G7 certified brand-accurate colors
  • Specialty finishes (gold, silver, white ink)
  • Expert file review and physical proofing

Consider FedEx Office if you need:

  • 24/7 locations are genuinely useful for last-minute self-service copying
  • Self-service computers and copiers let you handle simple jobs independently
  • Extensive nationwide network with consistent service at most locations

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PostNet Denver better than FedEx Office for printing?

For professional print quality, yes. PostNet Denver produces everything in-house on G7 certified production presses with same-day turnaround. FedEx Office excels at self-service copying but outsources most quality print jobs, adding days to your timeline.

Does FedEx Office have G7 certification?

No. FedEx Office locations do not hold G7 Master Certification. PostNet Denver is one of fewer than 1,000 G7 certified print facilities in the United States, which means spectrophotometer-verified color accuracy on every job.

Is FedEx Office cheaper than PostNet Denver?

For basic self-service black & white copies, FedEx Office pricing is competitive. For professional printing like business cards, brochures, and banners, PostNet Denver is often the same price or less — and includes same-day turnaround at no extra cost.

Can I get same-day business cards at FedEx Office?

Generally no. FedEx Office outsources business card printing, which typically takes 3-5 business days. PostNet Denver prints business cards same-day on 16pt cardstock with multiple finish options.

Does PostNet Denver offer self-service copiers?

PostNet Denver is a full-service print shop rather than a self-service center. Our team handles your job from file to finish, which results in better quality and catches errors that self-service copying misses. Most jobs are ready in 1-2 hours.

Ready to Try PostNet Denver?

See the difference G7 certified, same-day printing makes. Walk in, call, or get a free quote online.

1312 17th Street, Denver, CO 80202 | Monday-Friday 9 AM - 6 PM

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