- Is the Brother TD-4550DNWB worth it over a Zebra printer?
- It makes sense if you want 300 dpi output and ZPL II compatibility without switching label software. Zebra's industrial models are tougher for continuous heavy duty, but this Brother covers most SMB shipping and tagging work.
- Does it print in color?
- No. It is a monochrome direct thermal printer, so it prints black on thermal media only.
- What labels does it take?
- It uses Brother RD tape and accepts labels up to 4.65 inches wide. Direct thermal media is required, since there is no ribbon.
- Can it print from a phone or tablet?
- Yes. Brother's mobile apps support iOS 6.0 and later and Android 2.2 and later, and the printer also has Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
- Does it cut labels automatically?
- It has a built-in cutter, plus a peeler and a tear bar. You choose the mode for the job, such as cutting each label or peeling it for application.
- How fast does it print?
- Brother rates it at up to about 6 inches per second in mono. Long labels and dense barcodes can slow real-world throughput.
- Where is the Brother TD-4550DNWB Desktop Thermal Printer cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $412.68, 35% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Brother TD-4550DNWB Desktop Thermal Printer?
- 5 stores we checked sell it, including PartsSource, LabelValue, WebstaurantStore.com, Barcode Factory, Amazon.