Why Brother and Zebra label printers are a better choice than Dymo

More and more companies are switching from Dymo to Brother or Zebra. While Dymo printers have become increasingly restrictive, Brother and Zebra remain open, professional systems. Here are the key advantages.

1. No chip restrictions or proprietary labels

Dymo LabelWriter 550 and 5XL models only recognize genuine labels via an RFID chip. Brother and Zebra printers do not have this limitation and accept compatible rolls without issues.

2. Lower cost per label

With open label standards, Brother and Zebra give you freedom of choice and competitive prices. You’re not locked into a single supplier or product line.

3. Wider label formats and professional use

Brother QL/TD and Zebra ZD printers support a wide range of label widths, including large 100 × 150 mm shipping labels for e-commerce and logistics.

4. Intuitive software and broad compatibility

Brother’s P-touch Editor and Zebra’s Label Designer software work across Windows, macOS, and mobile — without complicated drivers or licensing limits.

5. Reliability and durability

Brother and Zebra printers are built for long-term use, with robust print mechanisms and fewer breakdowns.

In short: Brother and Zebra offer more flexibility, lower running costs, and a professional workflow — without Dymo’s label restrictions.