Probably the most important question to answer before looking into buying a label printer is: what are you using the labels for?
The application of your labels matters the most as it helps narrow down the best printer technology type to assist with your printing needs. This is because certain printer technologies are better suited for different applications. Some printers are better equipped to handle barcode labels while others print higher quality color labels that are applied to customer-facing products.
Other questions that concern which printer type is best for you includes:
What will your daily print volume be like?
What kinds of material will your labels need to be?
How long do your labels need to last? A few months or longer?
All of these questions help factor into the requirements you need your printer to accomplish. Answering them will help narrow down which label printer is the best choice for you. There are 3 primary printer technologies to choose from: thermal, inkjet, and laser.