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80 vs 100 Pockets: How to Choose an A4 Display Book in the UAE

28 October 2026

Choose a display book by the number of separate pockets your document set needs, then allow space for additions. An 80-pocket book and a 100-pocket book do not automatically differ in paper quality, cover protection or value.

Count pockets, not just pages

Lay out the documents in reading order. Decide whether each sheet needs its own pocket, whether both sides must be visible and where section dividers belong. A pocket is a sleeve, not a guaranteed capacity for a particular number of thick sheets. Do not assume 80 pockets means 80 visible document faces.

Two Deli options at NexuraCart

Both listings are active with recorded inventory when checked. Availability and prices can change. The 100-pocket listing currently costs less; more pockets do not necessarily mean a higher price. Compare complete product details and delivery costs before choosing.

A practical counting example

A presentation with 55 sheets placed one per pocket and five section sheets needs 60 pockets. An 80-pocket book leaves 20 unused pockets. If you expect another 30 sheets, you would need 90 pockets under the same arrangement, so compare a 100-pocket format. These are planning examples, not maximum thickness claims.

For offices, schools and personal records

For a client presentation, prioritise reading order and clean page visibility. For school projects, follow the teacher's format and leave room for feedback pages. For certificates, check paper dimensions before inserting originals; A4 compatibility does not cover every certificate size.

For growing working records that change frequently, a lever arch or suspension folder may be easier. Read our filing-format comparison rather than forcing every task into a display book.

Check before ordering

• Count separate sleeves needed using your intended layout.
• Check paper dimensions, thickness and opening direction.
• Allow for realistic additions without overfilling.
• Confirm colour selection, sale unit and current price.
• Keep confidential records in suitable controlled-access storage.

Questions answered

Is 100 pockets always better?

No. Choose enough room without adding unnecessary bulk.

Can I put multiple sheets in one pocket?

Check the product's instructions and fit. Overloading can make pages difficult to turn or read.

Does a display book secure confidential papers?

No. It organises documents; access control requires separate storage arrangements.

Choose around your document set

Compare the linked Deli books and explore office supplies or school supplies. This is a catalogue-based comparison, not a hands-on test.