Question 1

How easy is it to create and receive CEWE invitation cards, and what are the common issues?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers report that CEWE's invitation cards are generally easy to design and arrive quickly, with many satisfied with the final quality. However, some experienced issues with text readability, incorrect printing, and low-quality envelopes.

Ease of Design: Reviewers consistently praise the simplicity of designing CEWE invitation cards, noting that the process is intuitive and requires no special skills. Many highlight that the cards turned out exactly as envisioned, with high-quality results.

Quality Issues: Most customers received their invitation cards quickly and were happy with the overall appearance. However, a few reported problems such as text being misread due to font issues, like an 'n' appearing as an 'r', and some received cards with printing errors.

Envelope Quality: While the cards themselves were well received, several reviewers mentioned that the envelopes were subpar, some had loose inner linings, weak adhesive, or visible stains. One reviewer also noted the CEWE logo was printed on the cards, which they found undesirable.

Question 2

What do customers say about CEWE postkarten?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers report mixed experiences with CEWE postkarten, citing issues with unclear product descriptions, slow delivery, and frustrating app usability, especially for text editing and project management, while others praise the high quality and fast shipping.

Confusing Descriptions: Many reviewers complain about confusing product descriptions, particularly around how many postcards are included in a set, leading to uncertainty about what they are purchasing. Some also note that the price does not match the size or quality they expected.

App Issues: Several users report significant problems with the CEWE app, especially when editing text on postcards. Issues include text not saving, difficulty navigating the interface, and a lack of clear instructions, with some abandoning the process after hours of effort.

Positive Experiences: Despite the complaints, some customers remain satisfied with the final product, highlighting the high print quality, fast delivery, and ease of use for basic tasks. A few even mention the helpful tutorial videos and overall reliability of the service.

Question 3

What do customers say about CEWE Fotokarten, particularly regarding design options, quality, and ordering flexibility?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers praise the high quality and fast delivery of CEWE Fotokarten, but express frustration over limited design options and inflexible ordering quantities, especially for holiday cards.

Quality & Delivery: Reviewers report excellent quality and very fast delivery of CEWE Fotokarten. The cards are described as beautiful and well-made, with one reviewer highlighting the quick turnaround from order to arrival.

Design Limitations: A major complaint is the lack of available festive design templates, particularly for Christmas cards. One reviewer noted that in 2025, no holiday-themed background formats could be found, despite years of reliable access through the CEWE app.

Ordering Flexibility: Customers wish for more precise ordering options, as Christmas Fotokarten can only be purchased in fixed batches of 10. This makes it difficult to order exact quantities, such as 25 cards, leading to waste or the need to buy more than needed.

Question 4

How reliable and user-friendly is the CEWE Karten drucken service for creating and ordering personalized cards?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers report mixed experiences with CEWE's Karten drucken service, citing persistent issues with online design tools, unclear product descriptions, and inconsistent quality. While some appreciate the final product's appearance, many complain about technical flaws, pricing surprises, and poor communication.

Design Issues: Reviewers report that the online design interface is unreliable and difficult to use, with frequent problems saving work or finding previous edits. Some mention that changes cannot be made after initial setup, and the lack of formatting options, like bold text or orientation control, limits customization.

Quality & Pricing: Several customers note a decline in card quality, including poor color reproduction, missing white borders, and weak magnetic closures. Prices have increased significantly, with some calling the cost of reorders excessive, especially when not clearly communicated upfront.

Confusion & Transparency: Multiple reviewers highlight misleading product descriptions, such as unclear quantities (e.g., '2 Sets 10 Pieces' meaning only 5 cards). The lack of clear information in orders and invoices leads to frustration, and some users say even customer service struggled to clarify basic details.

Question 5

Can I replace the pre-written message on a CEWE vacation postcard with my own text?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers report that the pre-written message on CEWE vacation postcards cannot be changed, which caused frustration when the default greeting did not match the sender's intended message.

Message Cannot Be Changed: Several reviewers specifically mention being unable to edit the default greeting, such as 'Lieber Gruß aus Kreta,' even when using their own photos. This limitation made the postcards unusable for their intended purpose, leading to wasted effort and disappointment.

Design Limitations: Users also report broader issues with the design interface, including difficulty finding saved work, inability to adjust formatting, and problems with text size and layout. These issues compound the frustration of not being able to customize the message.

Bottom Line: Despite the ability to upload personal photos, the inability to modify the pre-written message is a significant drawback reported by multiple customers. This restriction limits personalization and reduces the usefulness of the product for many users.

Question 6

Why can't I find my previous work when I log back into the CEWE design tool?

Accepted Answer

Reviewers report that the CEWE design tool frequently fails to save or retrieve previous work, even after logging in with a customer account. This issue is described as frustrating and persistent, with users unable to access their progress or make changes, despite having an account.

Lost Work: Reviewers consistently report that their design progress disappears when returning to the tool, even after logging in with a customer account. One user explicitly states they could not find their work again despite being logged in, which made further edits impossible.

Design Tool Flaws: The issue is described as a recurring problem, with users expressing frustration over the lack of reliable saving or recovery of designs. Some users found the tool so unreliable that they abandoned it entirely.

User Frustration: The inability to access prior work undermines the usability of the tool, especially for users who spend time selecting and arranging photos. This flaw is seen as a major drawback, particularly when compared to the quality of the final product.

Month	Avg. rating	Count
2025-09	3.00	8
2025-10	4.50	6
2025-11	3.85	13
2025-12	3.78	32
2026-01	4.41	22
2026-02	4.69	32
2026-03	4.71	28
2026-04	4.71	24
2026-05	4.63	32
2026-06	4.29	38
2026-07	4.61	31
2026-08	4.80	5

Month	Positive	Neutral	Negative	Count
2025-09	38%	13%	50%	8
2025-10	83%	0%	17%	6
2025-11	69%	8%	23%	13
2025-12	53%	16%	31%	32
2026-01	68%	9%	23%	22
2026-02	78%	16%	6%	32
2026-03	89%	7%	4%	28
2026-04	88%	4%	8%	24
2026-05	88%	9%	3%	32
2026-06	76%	5%	18%	38
2026-07	84%	6%	10%	31
2026-08	100%	0%	0%	5

CEWE Cards: customer experiences

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