Custom Rigid Boxes

Rigid boxes (also called setup boxes) are premium packaging made from thick, non-bending greyboard chipboard — typically 1.5–3mm — wrapped in printed paper. Unlike folding cartons that ship flat, rigid boxes hold a permanent structured shape, giving the substantial, luxurious feel used for jewelry, cosmetics, electronics, and gifts. Common styles include magnetic-closure, two-piece lid-and-base, drawer, book, and sleeve boxes.

Custom rigid boxes range from about $0.95 per unit for small chocolate boxes to $8.50+ for large PR and electronics boxes, with most standard magnetic and two-piece boxes running $2.50–$4.25 each. Cost is driven by size, board thickness, wrap material, closure type, and inserts. Because they're labor-intensive to assemble, rigid boxes cost more than folding cartons but deliver a dramatically more premium feel.

Cubit produces custom rigid boxes from just 50 units — one of the lowest MOQs in luxury packaging. That makes fully custom setup boxes accessible for premium product launches, limited editions, and PR runs without committing to thousands of units.

Rigid boxes use thick 1.5–3mm greyboard that holds a permanent shape and ships pre-assembled (or collapsible) — the premium, structured feel. Folding cartons use thinner paperboard that folds flat, costs far less, and suits retail shelf products. Choose rigid for luxury, gifting, and high-perceived-value items; choose folding cartons for volume retail packaging.

Yes — magnetic closure is our most popular rigid style. Hidden magnets in the lid and base create a satisfying snap-shut close. We also offer ribbon pulls, drawer slides, hinged lids, and lift-off two-piece lids. Every closure can be combined with foil, embossing, and soft-touch lamination.

Yes. Collapsible (foldable) rigid boxes ship and store flat, then pop into a fully rigid magnetic box — keeping the luxury feel while cutting shipping and warehousing costs by up to 80%. They're ideal for subscription, e-commerce, and brands shipping their own packaging.

Full-color CMYK and Pantone printing, plus foil stamping (gold, silver, custom), embossing and debossing, spot UV, and matte, gloss, or soft-touch lamination. Interior printing, ribbon pulls, magnetic closures, and die-cut foam, velvet, or molded-pulp inserts are all available.

Rigid boxes are assembly-intensive, so standard production is 12-18 business days after proof approval, with rush options available. Free USA shipping is included. Digital proofs and 3D mockups arrive within 24 hours of order.