How to choose the right circle sticker size

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May 6, 2025
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How to choose the right circle sticker size

Circle stickers are a go-to choice for everything from product packaging to personal decoration—but getting the size right is key. If your sticker's too small, it might not stand out. Too big, and it may not fit the space you had in mind.

Most popular circle stickers fall between 3 and 8 cm in diameter. A 5 cm sticker is ideal for things like phones or small jars, while a 7 cm size works well on laptops or water bottles. If you need maximum visibility—say, for cars, signs, or bold packaging—larger sizes like 12 cm are a better option.

In this guide, we’ll explore the most common round sticker sizes and help you choose the one that fits your needs best.

Most common circle sticker sizes

Most circle stickers fall between 3 cm and 12 cm in diameter. These sizes are the most popular because they’re easy to apply, work for many surfaces, and fit different design needs.

3 cm

This is a very small size, about the same as a 1p coin. It works well for logo labels, small tags, or stickers used to seal envelopes. Due to their size, they’re often used in bulk on sticker sheets or rolls.

5 cm

Roughly the size of a biscuit like a custard cream. These stickers are common for packaging, product labels, and round labels on jars or cosmetics. They’re still small but big enough to display simple logos or icons.

7 cm

This is one of the best sticker sizes for custom stickers, especially for water bottles, laptops, and notebooks. It's a balanced size, not too small to go unnoticed, but not too big to get in the way. Most artists selling die cut stickers or kiss cut stickers use this size because they’re visible, durable, and affordable.

10 cm

A good size for product packaging that needs more impact. It’s large enough to include extra artwork, brand names, or messages, and it stands out on bags, jars, and event swag.

12 cm

These large round stickers are often used on cars, windows, or as decal designs. They're ideal when the goal is to grab attention or deliver a larger visual like a logo with a slogan. Some brands also use this size to make promotional items more eye catching.

Which one to choose?

Not sure which size is right for you? Think about where the sticker will go and what needs to be visible. For example, curved surfaces like bottles or jars usually work better with smaller stickers to avoid wrinkling. You’ll also want to check if there are any size limits from the company you’re ordering from—some have maximum dimensions for circle stickers.

At Sticker it, we make it easy. You can order circle stickers from 2 cm all the way up to 58 cm wide. And if you're not 100% sure about the size, don’t worry—we offer free size adjustments during proofing so you can tweak it before printing.

Best sticker size for round stickers

Choosing the right sticker sizes depends on where you’ll use them. Below are common objects and the circle sticker sizes that work best for each one.

Phones and small gadgets

3–4 cm stickers work well here. They’re small enough not to cover buttons or cameras but still big enough for a logo or design. These are often used as fun tags or for simple decorative round stickers.

Jars and cosmetic packaging

5 cm round labels are the standard for most product packaging in jars or containers. They’re easy to apply and show just enough artwork or text without wrapping around the surface.

Water bottles and laptops

7 cm stickers are the most common choice for water bottles and laptops. They’re big enough to show detail and stay visible, but still small enough to fit well on curved or portable items. This is one of the most popular sticker sizes for custom stickers.

Notebooks, gift boxes, and envelopes

Use 5–7 cm stickers depending on how much space you have. Circle stickers in this range are ideal for seal envelopes, brand packaging, or adding a personal touch.

Event promos or product branding

10 cm stickers give more room for design while still being easy to apply. They’re often used on larger boxes or event giveaway items. Choose this size when your design includes both text and images.

Car decals or outdoor use

12 cm or larger circle stickers are often used as bumper stickers, decals, or window signs. Make sure to use durable vinyl if your sticker will be exposed to sun, rain, or wear.

Each of these sizes is available in standard formats, but many brands also offer custom sizes if your design needs something more specific.

Design tips for circle stickers

Use bleed, trim, and safe zones

  • Bleed area - extend background past the edge (e.g. 8.1 cm for a 7 cm sticker)

  • Trim line - final cut sticker size

  • Safe zone - keep text and logos inside so they don’t get trimmed

Keep fonts readable

Use bold, simple fonts. Avoid thin lines on small round stickers.

Centre your design

Circle stickers need symmetry. Keep everything aligned for balance.

Use contrast

Light text on a dark background or vice versa. Makes your artwork stand out.

Match detail to size

3–5 cm = icons or short messages
7 cm and up = more artwork, slogans, small print

Test it first

Use mockups or print tests. Helps check fit on packaging, jars, or notebooks.

Other popular shapes and standard sticker sizes

Rectangle stickers

Best for longer text or logos. Common size: 9 x 5 cm (like a business card). Great for product labels and packaging.

Square stickers

Balanced shape for bold designs or photos. Common sizes: 7 x 7 cm and 12 x 12 cm. Popular for notebooks, gifts, and branding.

Oval stickers

Great for product packaging, especially jars and bottles. Common size: 5 x 7 cm. Stands out more than circles or squares.

Die cut stickers

Die cut stickers, custom cut to the shape of your design. Eye-catching and great for branding. Works for logos, icons, and detailed artwork.

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