By Angel | Degusa Bags Team
Published: August 27, 2026
Updated: August 27, 2026

A table tennis racket bag may look like a relatively simple product, but the quotation behind it can involve more variables than buyers expect.

Two racket bags with a similar overall shape can still have different costs because the specifications behind them are different.

One may use a standard polyester outer fabric, basic lining, light foam, a regular nylon zipper and a small printed logo. Another may use a different fabric specification, softer lining, firmer padding, a reverse zipper, a custom puller and retail packaging.

Many of those differences are difficult to see from a reference photo, but they still affect the final price.

Structure is another matter. A single-layer racket cover and a double-layer racket bag are different constructions. Once the structure changes, the number of pattern pieces, material consumption, zipper length, sewing operations and packing volume can change with it.

That is why a useful quotation should be based on the actual specification, not only on how the bag looks in a picture.

Quick Answer: What Affects the Cost of a Custom Table Tennis Racket Bag?

• The main cost factors are:
• Bag construction
• Outer material
• Lining and padding
• Zipper and small components
• Logo or printing method
• Order quantity
• Packaging
• Custom colors or components
• Sample and development requirements

These factors are connected.

For table tennis racket bags in particular, small structural details that are easy to miss in a photo can affect cost — especially layer construction, curved zipper length, padding thickness, ball pocket design and artwork placement.

Adding more padding, for example, can also change the zipper curve and packing volume.

Changing from a small logo to full-panel artwork may affect the fabric, cutting efficiency and production control.

Changing from a single-layer to a double-layer bag changes much more than one piece of material.

So before comparing two prices, first compare what is actually included in those prices.

1. A Price Only Makes Sense When the Specification Is Clear

A common problem when comparing quotations is that several suppliers appear to be pricing the same racket bag, but they are actually working from different assumptions.

Imagine sending one reference image to three factories and asking:

“Please quote this table tennis bag.”

If the details are not confirmed, one supplier may assume:

• Standard polyester
• Basic lining
• Light foam
• Standard zipper
• Simple polybag packing

Another may assume:

• Different fabric weight or surface
• Softer lining
• Firmer padding
• Reverse zipper
• Custom zipper puller
• Hangtag and barcode packing

The overall shape can still look similar.

The specification underneath it is not.

This is why the lowest number on a quotation is not always the most useful number.

A lower price only means something when both suppliers are quoting the same product.

2. Start With the Construction, Not Only the Fabric Name

“Polyester” is not a complete costing specification.

The same fabric name can be used in very different table tennis racket cases.

Before focusing on the fabric price, confirm the basic structure:

Single-layer or double-layer

One-racket or two-racket capacity

Rectangular, square or racket-shaped cover

With or without a front ball pocket

With or without lining

With or without padding

Binding, piping or another edge construction

Zipper opening length

Internal divider or pocket

These decisions determine how the bag is cut and sewn.

For example, adding a front ball pocket does not only add a small piece of fabric. The pocket may also need its own opening, edge finish, zipper or elastic, lining and additional sewing operations.

The structure should therefore be clear before the quotation is compared in detail.

3. Why Does a Double-Layer Racket Bag Cost More Than “One Extra Layer”?

This is one of the easiest cost differences to underestimate.

A double-layer racket bag is not simply a single-layer cover with another flat piece sewn onto it.

Depending on the design, the change can affect:

• Number of pattern pieces
• Outer fabric consumption
• Lining consumption
• Padding
• Middle divider
• Zipper length
• Number of zipper sections
• Binding or piping
• Sewing operations
• Inspection points
• Finished thickness
• The sewing sequence may change too.

A single-layer cover is normally designed for one racket.

A double-layer bag is normally designed for two rackets, so the inside has to work when both rackets are actually loaded.

If the internal space is too tight, the zipper may become difficult to close.

If the padding is too thick, the finished bag may become bulkier than expected.

So the cost increase comes from a different construction, not simply from “more fabric.”

If you are comparing these two options, our single-layer and double-layer racket bags guide explains the structural differences in more detail.Packing volume

4. Material Cost Is More Than Polyester vs Nylon

Material matters, but the fabric name alone does not tell the whole story.

Two polyester fabrics can have different:

• Weight
• Texture
• Coating
• Hand feel
• Color availability
• Printing performance
• Material MOQ
• Purchase price

The same applies to nylon, Oxford fabrics and coated materials.

A higher-priced fabric is not automatically the better choice.

For one project, a straightforward polyester may already provide the right appearance, printing result and structure.

For another, a smoother fabric or different surface treatment may create enough improvement in hand feel or presentation to justify the extra cost.

The useful question is not:

“What is the cheapest fabric?”

It is:“Which material gives this product the right balance of appearance, function and price?”

Our table tennis racket bag materials guide explains how outer fabric, padding and lining work together rather than treating them as separate decisions.

5. Padding and Lining Affect More Than Raw Material Cost

Padding can look like one small line in a specification.

Once the racket bag is made, it affects much more.

Thicker foam can:

• Increase material cost
• Increase finished thickness
• Change the zipper curve
• Make curved edges harder to sew cleanly
• Increase carton volume
• Change the overall hand feel

This is especially relevant for racket-shaped covers because the zipper normally follows the curve around the racket head.

A small increase in thickness can be more noticeable there than it would be on a large rectangular sports bag.

Lining works in a similar way.

A standard polyester lining may be completely suitable for a basic racket cover.

A softer brushed or fleece-like lining may make sense for a product positioned at a higher retail level.

But the question should always be:

Does the customer actually gain something from the added cost?

If the difference improves hand feel, protection or product presentation, it may be worthwhile.

If the additional material only makes the bag heavier and thicker without improving real use, it may not be.

More material does not automatically create more product value.

6. Zippers and Small Components Can Add Up

A zipper looks like a small accessory.

On a racket-shaped cover, however, it may run around a large part of the perimeter.

That means zipper length matters.

A double-layer design can require even more zipper length or additional zipper sections.

Cost can also change depending on:

• Standard or reverse zipper
• One-way or two-way opening
• Zipper size
• Zipper tape color
• Slider quality
• Standard puller
• Metal puller
• Custom logo puller
• Additional pocket zipper

A custom zipper puller is a good example of a small detail with a bigger production effect.

The part itself is small, but it may involve tooling, MOQ, color matching and additional setup.

For a larger production run, even a small difference per zipper or puller becomes meaningful.

7. Why Can Full Printing Affect Cost More Than a Small Logo?

It is easy to explain the difference by saying:

“Full printing costs more.”

But that does not tell the buyer what is actually changing.

The cost can come from several parts of the process.

Artwork Preparation

A small, simple logo usually needs relatively straightforward artwork preparation.

A larger graphic may need more checking for resolution, color, placement and panel layout before production starts.

Fabric Suitability

The artwork can also affect which fabric is practical.

Fine lines, gradients and small graphic details may need a smoother surface than a simple one-color logo.

A coarse Oxford surface can give the finished print more texture.

That does not mean the fabric is poor.

It means the design and material need to work together.

Cutting Waste

This is one cost that buyers may not see from the finished product.

If the graphic needs to remain in a fixed position on each panel, the pattern pieces cannot always be arranged only for maximum material efficiency.

That can increase cutting waste.

Artwork Alignment

A graphic may need to align with:

• The racket shape
• The front ball pocket
• A zipper
• A seam
• Another panel

The more precise the positioning needs to be, the less flexibility there is during cutting and sewing.

So full printing is not simply about using “more ink.”

It can affect artwork preparation, fabric choice, cutting efficiency, production control and rejection risk.

8. Quantity Changes the Unit Price, But Not Always in a Straight Line

Larger quantities will often help reduce the unit price.

But that does not mean doubling the order quantity will cut the price by the same percentage every time.

Some costs are relatively fixed:

• Pattern preparation
• Artwork setup
• Printing setup
• Custom mold or puller tooling
• Sample development
• Production preparation

These costs can be spread across more units.

Other costs stay closely connected to each racket bag:

• Outer fabric
• Lining
• Foam
• Zipper
• Sewing labor
• Packing materials

Larger quantities may also improve material purchasing and production efficiency.

But the saving depends on the actual design.

For example, moving from 500 pieces to 2,000 pieces may make a noticeable difference if material purchasing becomes more efficient.

Moving from 5,000 pieces to 10,000 pieces may create a smaller percentage reduction if raw material and sewing already make up most of the cost.

This is why quotation quantity breaks are not always proportional.

MOQ and unit price are also connected. Our guide What Affects MOQ for Custom Bag Orders? explains how materials, colors, printing, accessories and packaging can affect the practical order quantity.

9. Packaging Is Part of the Cost Too

Packaging is often left until the end of a project.

For retail projects, that can be too late.

A simple racket cover may only need an individual polybag.

• A retail table tennis racket case may require:
• Hangtag
• Printed packing card
• Barcode label
• Warning label
• Special polybag
• Insert card
• Individual retail box
• Printed carton marks

Each item adds cost.

Packaging also changes the amount of space the finished product takes.

A flat single-layer racket cover in a polybag can pack very differently from a padded double-layer racket bag in an individual retail box.

That matters when freight is calculated by volume.

So when comparing quotations, ask:

“What packing is included?”

Otherwise, two prices may appear different simply because one quotation includes retail packing and the other does not.

10. Why Is a Quote Based Only on a Photo Usually Preliminary?

A reference photo is useful.

It can show the general shape and product direction.

But it normally does not show enough information to lock a production price.

From a photo alone, the supplier may not know:

• Exact dimensions
• Fabric specification
• Lining
• Padding thickness
• Internal structure
• Zipper specification
• Ball pocket construction
• Logo process
• Internal divider
• Packaging

So some assumptions have to be made.

That is why an early price based mainly on a picture is normally better treated as an estimate.

Once the material, construction and sample are confirmed, those assumptions become actual specifications.

The final price may increase.

It may also decrease.

That does not automatically mean the original estimate was wrong.

It means the product is now more clearly defined.

A practical table tennis racket bag design checklist before sampling can help reduce those assumptions before sample development begins.

11. How Should Buyers Compare Two Supplier Quotations?

Do not begin with the final unit price.

Begin with the specification.

Check whether both suppliers are quoting the same:

• Dimensions
• Bag structure
• Racket capacity
• Outer fabric
• Lining
• Padding
• Zipper
• Front ball pocket
• Logo method
• Printing area
• Custom puller or hardware
• Individual packing
• Carton packing
• Order quantity
• Quote term such as EXW or FOB

Only after these points are reasonably aligned does the price comparison become meaningful.

A lower quotation may genuinely be more competitive.

But it may also be based on:

• Lighter fabric
• Basic lining
• Less padding
• Standard zipper
• Simpler branding
• Simpler packaging

There is nothing wrong with a simpler specification if that is what the project needs.

The problem is comparing two different products as though they were identical.

12. What Information Helps a Manufacturer Give a More Accurate Price?

You do not need a perfect technical pack before asking for an initial quotation.

But a few clear details can make the estimate much more useful.

Try to provide:

• Reference image, drawing or existing sample
• Target dimensions
• Single-layer or double-layer structure
• One-racket or two-racket capacity
• Preferred outer material or surface feel
• Lining preference
• Padding requirement
• Zipper type or opening direction
• Front ball pocket or accessory pocket
• Logo artwork
• Printing or branding method
• Estimated quantity
• Number of colors
• Packaging requirements
• Target price range, if available
• Required delivery schedule
• Quote basis or destination if freight is required

If some details are still open, that is fine.

Tell the supplier which parts have not been decided yet.

A useful supplier should be able to explain which decisions affect the quotation now and which can wait until sampling.

13. Work With a Custom Table Tennis Racket Bag Manufacturer

For an OEM table tennis racket bag project, a useful quotation is not simply the lowest number that can be produced from a reference photo.

It should be a price based on a product that both sides understand in the same way.

Degusa Bags supports custom soft sewn table tennis racket bags and racket cases for overseas sports brands, clubs, distributors, retail buyers and promotional projects.

If you are developing a new racket bag, you can share:

• Reference images, drawings or an existing sample
• Target size and structure
• Racket capacity
• Material direction
• Lining and padding preference
• Logo artwork
• Printing requirement
• Ball pocket or accessory details
• Estimated quantity
• Packaging method
• Target price range, if available
• Delivery schedule

With these details, the quotation can be built around the product you actually want to make instead of assumptions that may need to be changed later.

You can also review our custom table tennis racket bags for common structure and customization directions.

For a new quotation, you can contact us with your reference images, quantity, logo artwork and packing requirements.

FAQ

1. How much does a custom table tennis racket bag cost?

There is no reliable fixed price for every custom racket bag. Cost depends on the structure, material, lining, padding, zipper, logo or printing method, quantity and packaging. A useful production quotation should be based on the actual specification.

2. Why can two similar-looking table tennis racket cases have different prices?

Because many cost-related details are not obvious from a photo. Outer fabric specification, lining, padding thickness, zipper quality, logo method and packaging may all be different even when the overall shape looks similar.

3. Why does a double-layer racket bag cost more than a single-layer cover?

The difference is not only one extra piece of fabric. A double-layer construction may require more pattern pieces, lining, padding, zipper length, binding, sewing operations and packing space.

4. Does full printing always cost more than a small logo?

Not always, but it usually involves more variables. Artwork preparation, print area, fabric suitability, cutting waste and graphic alignment can all affect the cost.

5. Why does the unit price usually decrease at higher quantities?

Higher quantities can spread setup costs across more units and may improve material purchasing and production efficiency. However, fabric, sewing and other per-piece costs remain, so the price reduction is not always proportional to the quantity increase.

6. Can a manufacturer give an accurate table tennis racket bag price from only a photo?

A clear photo can usually support an initial estimate, but a firm production price normally requires more details such as dimensions, construction, materials, lining, padding, zipper, logo, quantity and packaging.

7. What should buyers send for a more accurate OEM racket bag quotation?

A reference image or drawing, dimensions, structure, racket capacity, material preference, lining and padding requirements, logo artwork, order quantity, packaging and delivery schedule are all useful. If a target price is available, it can also help the supplier recommend a practical construction.

Conclusion

The cost of a custom table tennis racket bag does not come from one fabric or one sewing operation.

It comes from the complete product specification.

Construction affects how many parts need to be cut and sewn.

Materials affect appearance, hand feel and raw material cost.

Padding and lining affect protection, thickness and packing volume.

Zippers and custom components add component cost and, in some cases, setup cost.

Printing can affect artwork preparation, fabric choice, cutting efficiency and production control.

Quantity affects how setup and purchasing costs are spread.

Packaging affects both unit cost and shipping volume.

Whether the product is sold as a table tennis racket bag, racket cover or racket case, the same principle applies:

Before comparing two prices, compare the specifications behind them.

Instead of asking only:

“How much is this racket bag?”

A more useful question is:

“What specification is this price based on?”

Author Note

This article was prepared by Angel from Degusa Bags Team, based on our daily work in custom bag quotation review, material selection, sample development, logo confirmation, packing review and bulk production follow-up for overseas buyers.

Degusa Bags supports OEM and ODM custom sewn bag projects, including sports bags, table tennis racket bags, backpacks, cooler bags, duffel bags and other functional sewn products.