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To Make sure our online community understands we outline the key diferences between ASBX and ASBX STORE
ASBX and ASBX Store are two different entry points to the same Portuguese manufacturing powerhouse. Think of ASBX as the “Factory” (the engine) and ASBX Store as the “Showroom” (the quick-access portal).
Here is the main Differences between them
The Core Differences
| Feature | ASBX Store (asbxstore.com) | ASBX (asbx.pt) |
| Primary Purpose | Selling and Production of Blank, Custom Samples and Design Services Mainly Tech Packs. | Full custom manufacturing & bulk orders. |
| Customization | Medium, Some customisation Allowed but not fully custom. | Very High (Create your own fits/patterns and produce from Scratch. |
| Lead Time | Fast: Items are often in stock or ready for quick personalization. | Longer: Custom production cycles from scratch. |
| Minimums (MOQ) | No/Ultra-Low MOQ: Ideal for testing 1–10 pieces. | Low MOQ (50–100pcs): For brand production runs. |
| Technical Needs | None. Choose a style, color, and size. | Requires a Tech Pack or design files. but can also be made. |
Which one is for you?
Choose ASBX STORE if:
- You are a startup: You need 5–10 hoodies to photograph for your website or to test the market before committing to a full run.
- You want “Samples”: You like their pre-existing streetwear fits (which are Ultra high-end, 400+ GSM French Terry) and just want to add your own embroidery or screen print.
- Speed is the priority: You need high-quality hoodie Samples delivered in a week or two, not months like custom.
Choose ASBX (Manufacturing) if:
- You have a unique design: You want a specific “drop shoulder” measurement, a custom pocket shape, or a unique fabric blend that doesn’t exist in their store.
- You are ready for Bulk: You have validated your brand and are ready to order 100+ units per color to get a better price per unit.
- You need a Tech Partner: You want to work with their engineers to develop sustainable fabrics or specific garment-dyeing washes According to your exact spec.
The Important Bonus Information!
Many new brand owners make the mistake of trying to go straight to ASBX Manufacturing without a Tech Pack. If you don’t have professional blueprints for your hoodie, they can also help you at ASBX Store to create a tech pack for your. ASBX Store also offers ultra exclusive blanks that are modeled after current streetwear trends (Yeezy-style boxy fits, etc.), so they are often exactly what a new brand is looking for anyway to ensure great produce market fit.