You're wrong it's not moonpig! (hallmark.co.uk)

Member Name: cocorocky

Product:	hallmark.co.uk
Date:	20/10/09 (25 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Fast easy service

Disadvantages: a bit pricey!

SO! Hallmark online, eh?


Introducing!!!

Well, as soon as I saw this was Product of the week I opened up a new tab on my internet browser and typed in the web address. I was automatically met with pictures of cards which can be personalised... Moon pig gone mad? Well, it's obviously NOT moon pig, however, I can't help but notice that Hallmark.co.uk is copying the idea a bit with personalisation cards. But there again, I don't know who did this first- was it Moon pig or was it Hallmark? I certainly know that Hallmark have been around for much longer. Dealing with our everyday needs when it comes to those moments where you might have forgotten your wife's birthday (note to many, don't try that at home).

So, what do they do?

Erm, well they do Cards, for all sorts of occasions; including Birthdays, weddings, Halloween, Christmas cards- including those ones that you always say you will send like a picture of you and your loved ones (like in friends). I was actually surprised to find that they do e-cards.


Alright then- how much will it cost me?


For just one card, the smallest you can get costs about £1.95 Regular: £2.90, large: £5.80.
Now unlike in the shop I had realised that when you buy more cards the price doesn't come to what it should do! So, this must mean one thing- you get discounts for buying more! Genius, eh? If only everything else that you buy worked out like that! Although, I think they may make up the money by post and packaging which of course isn't free (47p to be precise)

Is there much variety?
Gosh yes! There are so many designs to choice from according to the person that you are buying for! So, say you are buying for a daughter under 8, you could get her a Disney card- which of course she would love (providing she's not a tomboy) and to make it even better why don't you put a picture of her on the card? Then she may keep the card and have it for years to come!


So, why choose Hallmark?

Well they make things easier for you- you can set up an account with them so you don't have to keep typing your card and personal details in all the time! We all know what a bore that can turn out to be- especially when you've misplaced it under the letter pile on the computer desk. Therefore this saves time and takes a bit off of your stress levels (depending on what sort of a person you are- obviously).
Another thing I like about them is the fact that you can send the card to the person's address so you don't have to worry about getting out a stamp when you've already paid out for the card to be sent to you! Although, I don't think you get confirmation of the delivery, so therefore you have to rely on the person you are sending it to saying thanks!


Conclusion

I feel that Hallmark provide a good service- if you have any problems or queries then they are just a phone call away and are always ready to help. This is including if you just aren't too sure about how the service works- although I don't understand why you would because it is pretty straightforward (another advantage!).
One thing I will say about them is the fact that they are just a tad bit on the expensive side for my liking. However, this may coincide with the theory that you pay for quality if so then this would obviously be a good thing. I would recommend this service. The website is easy to use, nice and colourful, good to navigate, not complicated and is just a great website. The cards always turn up in a good condition and you never regret a purchase.

Summary: it's moonpig without the jingle.