The wall calendar from Milula Studios is ideal for planning the year 2024. The simple plant design offers everything you need to keep track of appointments and plans . With its modern design, this calendar offers a clear and concise presentation of the individual months. Whether as a family planner, couple’s calendar or shared flat planner – this calendar helps you to better organize appointments and plans and keep an eye on them. It also makes an excellent gift. The calendar is made from high-quality materials, with the protective foils made from corn starch to ensure safety during transportation while still avoiding the use of plastic.
Advantages
✅ Attractive design
✅ Versatile
✅ Sustainable packaging material
✅ High-quality materials
Disadvantages
❌ Paper a little thin
The test
General information
We took a close look at and tested the product in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. From the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable score per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weighting. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Compact product packaging, unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | 1x wall calendar 1x manufacturer’s note | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | No instructions for use available | n/A |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
For our product test, we received the wall calendar from Milula Studios in a flawless Amazon box. It was easy to open without tools. The product was packaged in a film with the brand logo and a thank-you note from the manufacturer on the front , as well as the information that the packaging is 100% plant-based and no plastic was used. The film is even TÜV-approved. There is a warning on the back that the foil should be kept out of the reach of children. Inside the foil was a small note from the manufacturer as well as the wall calendar. The wall calendar is in very good condition.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Very good appearance, simple and elegant design | 100 points |
| Processing | High-quality materials with FSC certification | 100 points |
| Stability | Paper is somewhat thin, yet robust. Calendar hanger is sturdy. | 90 points |
| Sustainability of the product | The product is FSC-certified | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The wall calendar from Milula Studios impresses with a very good visual appearance and a simple and elegant plant design. It is made from high-quality materials that are also FSC-certified. Although the paper is somewhat thin , it is still robust and the calendar hanger provides stability. The product is also FSC-certified, which underlines its sustainability .
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Print quality | Although the paper is thin, images and text are reproduced perfectly. The colors are rich and the presentation of images and text is successful. | 90 points |
| Suspension | Spiral binding often slips, but it holds. | 80 points |
| Note function | Each monthly sheet contains two narrow columns for two people each. However, if you have several appointments on one day, things can get very tight. | 90 points |
| Diversity | The calendar is suitable for individuals as well as families or shared flats. | 100 points |
| Holidays and special days | An individual sheet with vacation calendar. Each month contains marked public holidays. These are general public holidays and not information on state-specific public holidays. | 90 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The print quality of the wall calendar is impressive. Although the paper is thin, the images and text are reproduced perfectly. The colors are rich and the presentation of images and text is successful. The calendar’s spiral binding is sturdy, but tends to slip frequently. Nevertheless, it holds the calendar securely on the wall. The calendar’s note function offers two narrow columns for two people on each monthly page. However, it can get tight if several appointments have to be entered on one day. The wall calendar is suitable for individuals as well as families or shared flats, which underlines its versatility . In addition to the public holidays, the calendar contains an individual page with a vacation calendar. Each month features public holidays, but these are general holidays with no information on state-specific holidays.
Overall, the wall calendar offers good print quality, versatility of use and useful functions such as the note columns and the vacation calendar. Only the tendency of the spiral binding to slip could be improved .
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good performance in the mid-price segment | 80 points |
| Rating cut | 4.6 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 80 points |
| Total | 80 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.6 stars. The paper is often criticized for being too thin and the size too small. Many customers like the appealing design. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the design was good and the paper thickness was not so good.
Prices of up to €18.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available for as little as €6.99 . The wall calendar from Milula Studios is therefore currently in the middle price segment with a price of €7.95. The price-performance ratio isappropriate for the quality and service received.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 100 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 98 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 90 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 80 points |
| Total | 92 points |
The wall calendar of the brand Milula Studios was rated with an overall score of 1.4 and thus successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 01/24 and is stored in our database under the license number 240105010. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,4
