Custom Packaging Design: How to Create Branded Boxes for Your Business

Key Takeaways

• Custom packaging design costs range from $0 (AI) to $5,000+ (agencies)
• Three paths: DIY design, design agency/freelancer, or AI-powered tools
• AI reduces time from weeks to seconds while maintaining production-ready quality
• 89% of consumers are more likely to repurchase from brands with premium packaging

3 Paths to Custom Packaging Design

Path 1: AI-Powered Design

$0 to start. 60 seconds per design. No skills required. Try Cubit →

Path 2: Design Agency

$500–$5,000+ per design. 2–6 weeks. Professional creative direction.

Path 3: DIY Design

$22.99/month (Illustrator). 1–2 weeks. Requires professional skills.

Custom Packaging for USA Businesses

For US businesses, custom packaging must account for FDA labeling, FTC guidelines, state requirements (CA Prop 65), and USPS/UPS/FedEx DIM weight optimization.

Create custom packaging free → — describe your product and get a production-ready design in 60 seconds.

For pricing, see packaging design cost guide.