Collecting K-pop photocards is more than just a hobby—it's a journey filled with excitement, memories, and the joy of completing a set. Whether you're trading with friends, securing rare pulls, or curating a collection dedicated to your bias, having the right binder pages can make all the difference. But with so many options available, how do you choose the best layout for your collection?
In this guide, we’ll go over the various pockets, their sizes, advantages, and the best ways to use them in your collection. Plus, we’ll help you find compatible binders from our Kpop Stationery store!
Understanding Binder Page Sizes & Compatibility
Before diving into the different pocket layouts, let’s first understand which binder size these pages fit into:
✔ A5 Binders – Typically use 2-pocket and 4-pocket
✔ A4 Binders – Compatible with 2-pocket, 4-pocket, 6-pocket, 8-pocket, 9-pocket, and 10-pocket pages
✔ Special Binders – Some A5 binders (Wide) may also have custom page options, such as 5-pocket or 7-pocket pages
Now, let’s break down each type of Kpop binder page, its best uses, and examples of albums or groups that would fit well with each page type!
1-Pocket Binder Pages – For Oversized Inclusions and Special Items
Size: Fits A5 and A4 binders
Best For:
✔ Storing larger inclusions such as postcards, album booklets, and mini posters
✔ Keeping special merchandise safe, such as Polaroids or signed items
✔ Organizing group photos or oversized cards
Best Fit: BTS's BE album (Postcards), SEVENTEEN's Your Choice (Large inclusions), EXO's Obsession (Mini Posters)
2-Pocket Binder Pages – For Postcard size photocards
Size: Fits A5 and A4 binders
Pocket Size: Typically fits up to 105 x 153mm
Best For:
✔ Displaying horizontal photocards or postcards
✔ Organizing larger Polaroids
✔ Creating a bias-focused spread with two standout cards per page
Best Fit: BLACKPINK's Born Pink (Postcards), TWICE’s Formula of Love (Postcards), Red Velvet's Queendom (Polaroid inclusions)
4-Pocket Binder Pages – For Bias Collections and Unit Photocards
Size: Typically fits A5 binders
Pocket size: Fits up to 65 x 91mm
Best For:
✔ Highlighting a single member’s photocards
✔ Storing Most standard size of photocards
✔ Displaying album pulls by concept version
6-Pocket Binder Pages – For Unit or Trio Photocards
Size: Typically fits A5 Wide binders but also A4
Pocket size: Fits up to 61 x 91mm
Best For:
✔ Organizing unit photocards (e.g., trio or duo cards)
✔ Displaying multiple biases on one page
✔ Keeping smaller photocards or trading cards safe
Best Fit: NCT Dream’s Hot Sauce (Unit photocards), ENHYPEN’s Dimension: Dilemma (Concept photocards), TXT’s The Chaos Chapter (Trio photocards)
9-Pocket Binder Pages – For Full Album Sets
Size: Standard for A4 binders
Pocket size: Fits up to 65 x 91mm
Best For:
✔ Storing full album sets in one spread
✔ Organizing photocard collections by group or member
✔ Displaying regular-sized photocards in a structured format
Best Fit: TWICE’s Eyes Wide Open (9-member set), SEVENTEEN’s Attacca (Full member set), TXT’s The Dream Chapter (Album photocard sets)
10-Pocket Binder Pages
Size: Fits A4 binders
Pocket size: Fits up to 58 x 89mm
Best For:
✔ Storing full album sets in one spread
✔ Organizing photocard collections by group
✔ Displaying regular-sized photocards in a structured format
Best Fit: BTS' Map of the Soul ON:E (Mini photocard set), SEVENTEEN's Heng:garae (Trading card sets), Stray Kids' Clé: Levanter (Mini photocards)
Final Thoughts: Choosing the Right Binder Pages for You
Your photocard collection tells a unique story—every album pull, trade, and lucky find is a memory worth preserving. The best Kpop binder pages for your collection depend on how you want to store and display your photocards. If you prefer a compact binder, go for A5-compatible pages like 2-pocket or 4-pocket pages. If you want to store full photocard sets, opt for 9-pocket or 10-pocket pages in an A4 binder.
For the perfect match, shop high-quality binder pages from our store:
No matter how you choose to display your collection, remember: each photocard is a cherished memory, a piece of your journey as a K-pop fan.
Happy collecting! 💖✨
