The Best Label Makers
We compared eight label makers on owner ratings, expert reviews, and specs. The Brother P-Touch Label Maker is our top pick for its versatility and ease of use.
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The bottom line
The Brother P-Touch Label Maker is our top pick for its versatility and ease of use, scoring 9.2/10 from 4020 owner ratings. The SUPVAN E11 Label Maker is a budget-friendly alternative at $29.99, offering similar functionality with a rechargeable battery and Bluetooth printing. The Brother P-Touch PT-N10 is the budget pick at $19.99, meeting basic labeling needs with a full QWERTY keyboard. The DYMO Label Maker Machine with Tapes is also great, especially for those who prefer a compact design and variety of label styles.
Brother P-Touch Label Maker $59.99
Best for versatile labeling needs
The Brother P-Touch Label Maker has a variety of tape options and customization features, scoring 9.2/10 from 4020 owner ratings and priced at $59.99. The tradeoff is its higher price compared to other options.
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SUPVAN E11 Label Maker $29.99
Best budget option with Bluetooth
The SUPVAN E11 Label Maker balances features and affordability, with a rechargeable battery and Bluetooth printing. It scores 9/10 from 4005 owner ratings and is priced at $29.99. Those needing more advanced features may find it lacking.
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Brother P-Touch PT-N10 $19.99
Best for basic labeling needs
The Brother P-Touch PT-N10 is a portable, battery-operated label maker that offers a range of customization options. It scores 8.6/10 from 2643 owner ratings and is priced at $19.99. The tradeoff is its limited tape length and width.
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- Brother P-Touch Label Maker Best for versatile labeling needs 9.2/10 $59.99 Amazon
- SUPVAN E11 Label Maker Best budget option with Bluetooth 9.0/10 $29.99 Amazon
- DYMO Label Maker Machine with Tapes Great for compact design and variety of label styles 9.2/10 $31.71 Amazon
- Brother P-Touch PT-N10 Best for basic labeling needs 8.6/10 $19.99 Amazon
- Brother P-Touch PT-N20 Label Maker Good for personal use with some setup complexity 8.6/10 $19.99 Amazon
- SUPVAN E11 Keyboard & Bluetooth Label Maker Machine Good for compact design and app customization 9.0/10 $24.24 Amazon
- DYMO LetraTag Label Maker Good for home and office organization 9.0/10 $29.31 Amazon
- Brother P-Touch PT-N25BT Personal Connected Label Maker Good for Bluetooth connectivity and app-based design 8.4/10 $29.99 Amazon
Where the differences show up in daily use
The Brother P-Touch Label Maker excels in versatility and ease of use, with a variety of tape options and customization features. The SUPVAN E11 Label Maker and DYMO Label Maker Machine with Tapes are more portable and offer Bluetooth printing, making them suitable for on-the-go labeling. The Brother P-Touch PT-N10 and PT-N20 are best for basic labeling needs, with a full QWERTY keyboard and built-in cutter for clean label edges.
Who should buy which
The Brother P-Touch Label Maker is best for those who need a versatile and easy-to-use label maker for various labeling tasks. The SUPVAN E11 Label Maker and DYMO Label Maker Machine with Tapes are suitable for those who prefer a portable design and Bluetooth printing. The Brother P-Touch PT-N10 and PT-N20 are best for those who need a basic label maker for personal use.
What owners complain about after buying
Some owners of the Brother P-Touch PT-N20 have reported issues with setup and changing settings, as well as problems with text alignment and different styles on different lines. The DYMO Label Maker Machine with Tapes has received some complaints about the edges of the tape peeling up slightly.
The also-rans
The Brother P-Touch PT-N25BT Personal Connected Label Maker, despite its Bluetooth connectivity and app-based design, scores lower than the top picks due to its higher price and lower owner ratings. The DYMO LetraTag Label Maker, while praised for its portability and variety of tape options, does not offer significant advantages over the top picks to justify its inclusion as a pick.