Die Cut vs Kiss Cut Stickers — Which Is Better for You?

✂️ Die Cut vs Kiss Cut Stickers — What’s the Difference?

When it comes to ordering custom vinyl stickers, you’ll often hear the terms “die cut” and “kiss cut.”
They might sound similar, but there’s a big difference in how they’re made — and how they look once you peel them off.

At StickEtch, we create both types with precision machines that ensure every edge, curve, and corner is flawless.

Here’s what you need to know 👇

🎯 What Are Die Cut Stickers?

Die cut stickers are cut all the way through the vinyl and the backing paper — so the finished sticker is the exact shape of your design.

Think of it as a sticker with no extra border or square background — just the artwork itself.

✅ Best for:

• Custom logo shapes
• Characters or creative artwork
• Individual stickers for resale or giveaways

💡 Why people love them:
Die cut stickers look bold and premium. When someone holds one, it feels like a small piece of art — perfect for branding, laptops, water bottles, or packaging.

💎 What Are Kiss Cut Stickers?

Kiss cut stickers are cut only through the vinyl layer, leaving the backing sheet intact.
Your sticker peels off easily from the backing, but the overall sheet can include extra printed designs, labels, or borders around it.

✅ Best for:

• Sticker sheets with multiple designs
• Delicate or detailed artwork
• Stickers with fine edges that need extra protection

💡 Why people love them:
Kiss cuts are super easy to peel and protect your designs before use — ideal for bulk packs, sticker sheets, or intricate shapes.

⚙️ How StickEtch Cuts Stickers

At StickEtch, every design is printed in vibrant, high-definition colour, then precisely cut using professional vinyl cutting machines.

We offer glossy, matte, and holographic finishes, with options for white borders or transparent backgrounds.

You choose the cut style — die cut for bold individuality or kiss cut for practicality and protection — and we’ll handle the rest.

🌟 Which Should You Choose?

If you want your sticker to stand out on its own, go for die cut.
If you’re creating sticker sheets or prefer easy peeling and protection, choose kiss cut.

Either way, with StickEtch you’ll get top-quality vinyl, rich colours, and durable finishes made to last — rain or shine.

🚀 Ready to Create Your Stickers?

Bring your artwork to life with StickEtch custom stickers — whether die cut or kiss cut, we’ll make sure your design looks amazing.