Max Spielmann

Max Spielmann: photo printing and personalised gifts with over 400 stores across the UK

Max Spielmann is a British chain specialising in photo printing and the creation of personalised gifts. The company operates through a network of over 400 stores across the UK and also handles orders online. Its offering combines in-store instant printing services with the option to order personalised products from your phone and collect them from your nearest store.

Photo printing services

The printing catalogue includes photos in multiple formats and finishes: 6x4", 7x5", 8x6", 10x8", A4, A3 and A2 prints, as well as square, large-format, black and white, retro, collage and framed prints. The company offers same-day printing, with a standout 20-minute store collection service for standard prints. It also has self-service kiosks for instant printing from your phone.

In-store printing services include instant printing, photoshoots, picture framing, film processing, photo restoration, DVD and VHS to digital, slide printing and scanning, and photocopying and document printing. The company also takes passport and ID photos, with photo booth and in-store options, and offers online passport photos.

Personalised gifts and home decor products

The company sells a wide range of personalised gifts including photo blocks, mugs, photo slates, keyrings, cushions, hanging decorations, photo crystals, fridge magnets, coasters, placemats, mouse mats, blankets, chopping boards, personalised cards, pet tags, engraved items, water bottles, wooden boxes and wine boxes. It also offers T-shirts, bags, aprons and phone cases for iPhone, Samsung and Google Pixel models.

In the decor and wall art section, the catalogue includes canvases in various formats (gallery, slim, panoramic, collage, retro), wall panels and photo tiles, matte and glossy metal prints, acrylic prints, foam boards and art prints with typography, music, kids, abstract, food and drink, flowers, travel and city themes. The company also sells photo frames, albums and made-to-measure frames.

Occasions and stationery products

Max Spielmann organises part of its range around specific occasions: birthday, anniversary, wedding, engagement, new baby, baby scan, new home, teacher, retirement, leaving, Eid, student, graduation, exam success, Father's Day, Christmas, Valentine's Day and Mother's Day gifts. It also offers wedding, birthday and customisable invitations, as well as save the dates, birthday and wedding banners, and personalised posters.

Digital and commercial printing services

The company offers business card printing, posters, banners in various sizes (A4, A3, A2), foam board prints and print credits. It also provides printing services for businesses and individuals, such as photocopying and document printing.

Purchase and delivery model

The firm allows you to place orders online and collect them free of charge in store the same day, with a one-hour turnaround for many products and 20 minutes for standard prints. It also offers next-day home delivery on hundreds of gifts. The company occasionally promotes offers such as buy one, get one half price on same-day gifts with a promotional code.

Presence and reach

Max Spielmann has over 400 stores across the UK, according to information on its website. The company presents itself as an option for turning memories into prints, decor and personalised gifts, and states that it has served millions of customers.