Printbox Premium Locations in Slovenia: Why Do Some Locations Require 2 Credits Per Printed Page?

If you’ve ever used Printbox Slovenia, you may have noticed that some locations require 1 Printbox credit per printed page, while others require 2 credits.

This often raises questions:

  • Why do some Printbox kiosks require more credits?
  • Are Premium Locations more expensive?
  • Is the print quality different?
  • Which locations are Premium?
  • How many credits do I actually need?

 

The answer is simple: it’s the location.

Printbox operates two categories of self-service printing locations: Standard Locations and Premium Locations. Each is designed to meet different user needs while giving customers the flexibility to choose the option that suits them best.

Printbox location at Shopping center Aleja Šiška

Shopping center Aleja Šiška, our premium Prnitbox location (Printbox kiosk is located in level -1, aside of elevator and under Spar store).

How Printbox Credits Work

Printbox uses a simple prepaid credit system.

Instead of paying for each print separately, you purchase Printbox credits that can be used at any Printbox kiosk across Slovenia.

One of the biggest advantages is that your credits are linked to your user account—not to a specific kiosk. You can purchase credits online, upload your documents from home, and print them later at any available Printbox location.

Even better, unused Printbox credits remain valid for five years, allowing you to purchase credits in advance without worrying about losing them.

Another benefit is that the more credits you purchase, the lower the price per credit becomes. Larger credit packages provide better value, making them an excellent choice for students, businesses and anyone who prints regularly.

To make purchasing even easier, Printbox includes a built-in credit calculator, available:

  • on the Printbox website,
  • in the Printbox mobile app,
  • and directly on NFC-enabled Printbox kiosks.

 

Simply enter either the amount you wish to spend or the number of credits you’d like to purchase, and the calculator instantly displays the corresponding value.

Whether you’re printing 5 pages or 500 pages, you’ll always know exactly how many credits you need.

Standard Printbox Locations

Most Printbox locations throughout Slovenia are classified as Standard Locations.

At these locations:

1 printed A4 page = 1 Printbox credit

Standard Locations are ideal for everyday document printing and are commonly found in places such as:

  • universities and colleges
  • student residences
  • libraries
  • youth centres
  • hotels
  • business centres
  • educational institutions
  • public buildings

 

They provide an affordable and convenient solution for students, professionals and anyone who needs quick self-service printing.

Printing at 1 kredit per printed page is available at standard locations like Knjižnica Rog inside of Center Rog

Standard Printbox location is also Library Rog, inside of a Rog Center (City center of Ljubljana).

What Makes a Printbox Location "Premium"?

Not every location offers the same level of convenience.

That’s why Printbox has introduced Premium Locations—carefully selected locations that provide significantly greater accessibility and flexibility than a typical printing point.

Most Premium Printbox kiosks are located inside Slovenia’s largest shopping centres, allowing users to print long after many traditional copy shops have closed.

Premium Locations are designed for people who value convenience, accessibility and time.

Compared with Standard Locations, Premium Locations typically offer:

  • extended opening hours
  • evening availability
  • weekend printing
  • availability during many public holidays
  • free parking
  • convenient indoor locations
  • excellent accessibility by car and public transport
  • the possibility to combine printing with shopping and everyday errands
  • reliable access throughout the day


For many users, being able to print on a Sunday evening, after work, or while visiting a shopping centre is far more valuable than having to search for an open copy shop.

Which Printbox Locations Are Premium?

Premium pricing applies primarily to Printbox kiosks located inside Slovenia’s major shopping centres.

These include locations such as:

  • Supernova shopping centres
  • Citypark Ljubljana
  • Aleja Ljubljana
  • Center Vič
  • Mercator shopping centres
  • Planet Tuš
  • Citycenter Celje
  • Merkur shopping centres
  • Qlandia  shopping centres


These locations have been selected because they offer excellent accessibility, extended opening hours and a highly convenient user experience.

The complete and always updated list of Standard and Premium locations is available on the official Printbox website.

Printbox kiosk at premium location Shopping mall Supernova Nova Gorica

Premium Printbox location offer easy access, perfect location and long time period availability, like here in shopping mall Supernova Nova Gorica.

Why Do Premium Locations Require 2 Credits Per Page?

At Premium Locations:

1 printed A4 page = 2 Printbox credits.

Many first-time users assume this means they’re paying for a better print.

That’s not the case.

Every Printbox kiosk uses the same professional printing technology and delivers the same high-quality A4 documents.

The additional credit reflects the added value of the location, not the print itself.

Premium Locations provide greater convenience through:

  • longer operating hours
  • weekend access
  • holiday availability
  • free parking
  • prime shopping centre locations
  • easier accessibility
  • dependable availability when many other printing services are closed


In other words, you’re not paying for a different printer—you are choosing a location that is available exactly when you need it.

Users who prefer the lowest printing cost can always choose one of the many Standard Locations, while those who value convenience often prefer Premium Locations.

Printbox user looking at their print outs at Supernova Mercator Šiška

Printbox user looking at her printouts from Printbox kiosk at our premium location in Supernova Mercator Ljubljana Šiška.

Real-Life Examples

Imagine it’s Sunday evening and your child suddenly tells you they need a school worksheet printed for Monday morning.

Or you’ve just received an important business contract that needs to be signed before tomorrow.

Maybe you’re travelling early in the morning and realise you still need to print your boarding pass.

Instead of searching for an open copy shop, you can simply visit a nearby Premium Printbox location inside a shopping centre and print your documents within minutes.

This flexibility is exactly why Premium Locations exist.

How Many Credits Do I Need?

For smaller print jobs, it’s easy to estimate the required number of credits.

However, if you’re printing larger documents—such as 50, 70, 100 or even several hundred pages—you don’t need to calculate everything manually.

The Printbox credit calculator instantly shows:

  • how many credits you’ll receive for your chosen payment amount,
  • how much your selected number of credits will cost,
  • and helps you estimate your printing needs before arriving at the kiosk.


Since larger credit packages offer a lower price per credit and unused credits remain valid for five years, many users choose to purchase credits in advance and simply use them whenever they need to print.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the print quality better at Premium Locations?

No. Every Printbox kiosk in Slovenia delivers the same professional print quality. Premium Locations differ only in convenience, accessibility and operating hours.

Why do Premium Locations require two credits?

Because they offer additional value, including extended opening hours, weekend availability, free parking and locations inside major shopping centres.

Can I use my credits at every Printbox kiosk?

Yes. Your credits work across the entire Printbox network in Slovenia.

Can I print without creating an account?

Yes. Guest printing is available. However, creating a free Printbox account allows you to upload documents remotely, securely store your credits, manage your files online and access additional Printbox features using only your email address.

How long are Printbox credits valid?

Unused credits remain valid for five years.

Do larger credit packages offer better value?

Yes. The more credits you purchase, the lower the price per credit becomes.

How can I calculate how many credits I need?

Use the built-in Printbox credit calculator on the website, in the mobile app or on NFC-enabled Printbox kiosks. It instantly calculates the number of credits or the purchase amount based on your needs.

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