Weddings
Birthdays
Engagement parties
Hen and stag dos
Anniversaries
Baby showers
Christenings and naming days
Bar and bat mitzvahs
Reunions
Celebrations of life
Any other gatheringHither vs Paperless Post
Paperless Post is known for beautiful digital cards, sent by email. Hither is the site behind the invitation: the full plan, every event, household replies and reminders, for one flat price.
| What | Hither | Paperless Post |
|---|---|---|
| Occasions | Weddings and every other gathering: birthdays, hen dos, anniversaries, christenings, reunions | Every occasion |
| What guests get | A site with your photos, the plan, travel, gifts and their own page | An animated card and envelope, with event details |
| RSVPs | One reply per household, a yes or no per person per event, meals, plus-ones and your own questions | Replies to each card, with a guest count |
| How guests reply | Guests reply from a personal link or a short code. No account, no app | From the card in their email |
| Advertising | No ads and no supplier marketing. Guest details are never sold | No ads on paid cards |
| Price | Free for smaller events; Plus is one flat price per event, not a subscription | Most designs are paid for per send |
From Paperless Post’s public site, November 2026. Features and prices change, so check theirs before you decide. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
Pick Paperless Post if
- The moment of opening the card matters most to you.
- It’s one event with one simple question.
Pick Hither if
- There’s more than one event, or travel and rooms to explain.
- You want one price however many guests you invite.
- You want reminders sent for you, only to the people who haven’t replied.