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Custom Lanyards with ID Holder

A lanyard with an ID holder pairs a printed strap with a clear vinyl pocket that holds a badge, keycard, or event pass, and Encore's version runs from $2.40 a piece at 100 units down to $1.80 at 2,500, full-color printing included. It's the standard setup for offices, conferences, hospitals, and any building where staff or visitors need a visible photo badge.

The full price ladder runs $2.40 at 100 pieces, $2.16 at 250, $2.04 at 500, $1.92 at 1,000, and $1.80 at 2,500, the same volume discount steps used across the collection. Pick a style below, set your quantity on the price estimator, and click "Add to quote" to get exact numbers and confirm your logo with a real person.

Choosing the right ID-holder style

Lanyards for id badges come in a few configurations: a clear vinyl pocket that slides over a printed card, a rigid holder clipped to the strap, or a badge reel combo that lets the card retract instead of hanging loose. Name badge lanyards for a front desk or conference setting usually want the simple vinyl pocket; a warehouse or hospital that needs the badge to swipe at a reader more often chooses the reel combo instead. Breakaway hardware at the neck is worth adding to any of these if the badge gets caught on equipment or doorframes during the day.

What's included in the price

At 100 pieces the clear ID-holder combo costs $2.40 each; at 250 it drops to $2.16; at 500 it's $2.04; at 1,000 it's $1.92; and at 2,500 it's $1.80. Full-color dye-sublimation printing on the strap is included in every one of those numbers, both sides, with no separate run charge for the artwork. A one-time art setup fee of $31.25 applies per design, and most orders quote from 100 pieces.

How ordering works

There's no cart on this site. Choose a lanyard style, use the price estimator to see your cost at the quantity you need, and submit it through "Add to quote." A real person reviews the request, confirms your logo file and any hardware choices like breakaway release or reel color, and follows up with a final quote.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a lanyard with an ID holder cost?
It runs from $2.40 a piece at 100 units to $1.80 at 2,500, with full-color printing on the lanyard strap included at every quantity. The clear vinyl holder attaches directly to the strap so the badge stays visible without a separate clip.
What's the difference between an ID holder and a badge reel?
An ID holder is a fixed vinyl or rigid pocket that holds the card in place; a badge reel lets the card retract on a cord so the wearer can pull it out to scan or swipe. Encore sells both, and either can pair with the same printed lanyard strap.
Can I add breakaway safety to a lanyard with an ID holder?
Yes, breakaway hardware at the neck is available on ID-holder combos and is common in schools, healthcare, and warehouse settings where a badge might catch on equipment. Mention it on your quote request and it gets built into the price.
What's the minimum order for these?
Most lanyard and ID-holder combos quote from 100 pieces, with smaller runs available on request. A few economy styles need a higher minimum; the product page for each style states the exact number.
How do I get an exact quote?
Pick a style, set your quantity on the on-page price estimator, and click "Add to quote." A real person confirms your logo and hardware choices and follows up with final numbers, with a one-time $31.25 art setup fee per design.