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cheap but good photo processing?

I hope this is the best place for this question. I have a lot of digital pics to get processed - probably 600+. I used to use photobox, which were fine, but I can't really afford to do that now unless there are offers. Can anyone recommend anywhere that does cheap printing but where the quality is still good? I did a few recently at Asda but I thought they were really dark, so I'll probably avoid them just in case.

Thanks :-)
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  • annie-c
    annie-c Posts: 2,542 Forumite
    I had 250 done at Asda and they were the best photos ever! :D

    I guess you may also need a recommedation of the shop and location as it might be down to the callibration of the individual machine?
  • Tired_Mom
    Tired_Mom Posts: 670 Forumite
    Not sure if you have one near you but I had a load done last Christmas at Costco, really cheap and really pleased with the quality. I did have sepia ones done though so not sure about colour.
  • For years I have used Bonusprint.

    They always perform well in comparative tests in the magazine, their turnaround is fast if only one size of print is ordered (If more than one size your order takes more time to collate from the different machines used).

    They have an offer on at the moment but not sure if its just for new customers.

    I have used many other processing firms but they just don't seem to bring out the detail I want. I use Bonusprint for their quality and service more than just price, as I frequently sell framed prints of my photos in all sizes.

    Their photo books make are really useful personal gifts for Xmas etc.

    Here is their link: http://www.bonusprint.co.uk/
  • chauhan89
    chauhan89 Posts: 25 Forumite
    Snapfish.co.uk have a deal on at the moment..

    6x4" prints for 1p each for the first 50 prints and then 9p for any additional ones

    Just enter the code: PENNY08

    If you pick them up at your Local Jessops store, it's free (don't have to pay postage)

    Thanks to unhappybunny at hotukdeals :o
  • papoosue
    papoosue Posts: 482 Forumite
    Thanks, guys. I really appreciate your help and advice. I'll have a look at the different places you've suggested.

    Papoosue :-)
  • Firefly
    Firefly Posts: 3,024 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker
    I can do you a better SNAPFISH offer! Again collect from Jessops!

    Print your favourite summer memories for just 5p a print when you order 100 6x4" prints or more, saving 44% off the regular price.
    To get your discount simply upload your summer snaps, order 100 or more 6x4" prints and use coupon code 5PENCE08 at the checkout. Offer is valid until midnight Friday 29th August 2008.
    Do not allow the risk of failure to stop you trying!
  • Link in my profile or crystal-studio[dot]biz
    Hope I help...
  • JAG
    JAG Posts: 1,304 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    A friendly warning for people about Post 8 by a new poster Cheap Photo Processing.

    The website they posted was only registered 2 days ago and their identitiy being hidden.

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  • rabidbun
    rabidbun Posts: 321 Forumite
    I use Aldi photos for mine, I have a lot of odd shaped photos and they cut them to the right length, which doesn't half cut down on the guillotine time! :D

    I also use Snapfish occasionally, but with the Aldi ones being only slightly thinner and having a fairly decent colour print they turn out a lot cheaper for the bulk sets I need.

    If you register on a few different photo websites and get the free photos for doing so (lots of them do this offer, or at least cheap ones just for postage) - you can work out which place prints best for you. :)
  • Stompa
    Stompa Posts: 8,379 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper
    papoosue wrote: »
    I hope this is the best place for this question. I have a lot of digital pics to get processed - probably 600+. I used to use photobox, which were fine, but I can't really afford to do that now unless there are offers. Can anyone recommend anywhere that does cheap printing but where the quality is still good? I did a few recently at Asda but I thought they were really dark, so I'll probably avoid them just in case.
    Bear in mind that Photobox offer cheaper prices for large numbers of prints, so 5p each for 500+

    http://www.photobox.co.uk/shop/prints/standard-prints
    Stompa
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