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It also only really functions as a handheld device, so you won’t be able to use it in conjunction with your PC or phone.
For starters, the device requires six AAA batteries to work, and those batteries aren’t included. The device supports six font sizes, eight text styles, and 200 symbols.Īs you might expect, there are a few downsides here. It’s also got a pretty big display, and while that display isn’t backlit, we wouldn’t expect it to be in this price range.
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Like many more expensive label makers, it features a full QWERTY keyboard. There are a few reasons we recommend this label maker as our budget option. The DYMO LabelManager 160 is the best of the bunch for anyone who doesn't want to spend a lot on a label maker. Why you'll love it: The DYMO LabelManager 160 features a nice big QWERTY keyboard and six font sizes for just $20 on sale.ĭYMO doesn’t just make top-tier, expensive label makers, it also makes some great budget ones. Pros: Rechargeable battery, QWERTY keyboard, PC-connectableĬons: Only supports up to half-inch tape, non-backlit screen, a little pricey Buy the DYMO LabelManager 280 on Amazon for $59.62 Still, despite those downsides the DYMO LabelManager 280 is clearly a very capable machine, and even scored 4/5 stars over at PC Mag. It only supports a maximum of half-inch tape, so if you're looking for a device that supports thicker tape, you may want to keep looking.
It’s also not as versatile with tape widths as some other label makers in our guide. The display is not backlit, and as such, it could be a little hard to see depending on the lighting conditions. There are a few downsides to the DYMO LabelManager 280. It can be used as a standalone handheld device or connected to a computer. The LabelManager 280 also boasts a QWERTY keyboard that's easy to type on, so you can make labels quickly. Of course, the rechargeable battery is only one great aspect of this label maker. There are also only a few label makers with rechargeable batteries, and the best one is the DYMO LabelManager 280. This is the first of three DYMO label makers on this list, though to be fair, there are only a few companies that actually make label makers. Why you'll love it: The DYMO LabelManager 280 has a big QWERTY keyboard and can connect to your PC, but the best thing about it is its rechargeable battery. Pros: Supports wide range of tape sizes and font sizes, color display, nice big keyboard, PC-connected and handheld useĬons: Uses AA batteries, expensive Buy the Brother P-Touch PTD600 on Amazon for $76.80 (originally $78.78) It’s also a little expensive compared to the other options. For starters, it’s battery-powered with AA batteries that are not included, though thankfully you can use it plugged in to an AC outlet. There are a few downsides to the label maker. The label maker is also able to print labels with up to seven lines of text, supports tapes in five different widths, with a 24mm (or 1-inch) maximum tape size, and supports up to eight different font sizes. It can be used with either a PC or a Mac. That makes it a little more flexible and helps ensure it’s as useful as possible. Perhaps the best thing about this label maker is that it’s actually a hybrid handheld device that you can also use as a PC-connected label maker. Sure, that may not be all that important for a label maker, but it’s a nice touch that helps make the label maker easy to use. Unlike most other label makers, the PDT600 also features a color display. For starters, it features a nice, big, QWERTY keyboard, which is perfect for those of you who need to pump out labels quickly. There are plenty of reasons we think this is a great label maker for your home or office. Of all the label makers we researched, the Brother P-Touch PTD600 is the best of the bunch. Why you'll love it: The Brother P-Touch PDT600 is beautifully designed with a full keyboard and color display, plus, it supports handheld and PC-connected use.īrother may be best known as a printer brand, but the company also makes some excellent label makers.