Receipt printers are for transactions
Receipt printers normally print on thermal roll for customer receipts, order dockets, kitchen tickets and transaction records. They are built for fast, continuous printing at the point of sale.
Label printers are for identification
Label printers print adhesive labels for products, shelves, shipping, stockroom processes and compliance workflows. They may use direct thermal or thermal transfer media, and the label width, adhesive and environment matter.
- doneReceipt printers usually use 80 mm thermal roll
- doneLabel printers use adhesive labels or linerless media
- doneDesktop label printers suit back-office and shipping
- doneMobile printers suit picking, delivery and queue-busting
Where buyers get caught out
The common mistake is assuming any thermal printer can do any job. Drivers, command languages, media handling, cutter/peeler options and label templates can all affect compatibility. We can help match the printer to the software, label format and workflow.
Common questions
Can a receipt printer print labels?expand_more
Usually no. Receipt printers and label printers use different media handling and drivers. A label printer is the right choice for adhesive product, shelf, shipping or stock labels.
What printer do I need for shelf-edge labels?expand_more
Shelf-edge labels usually need a label printer matched to the label size, media type and software template. Share your label dimensions and software requirements before choosing a model.
Do you supply receipt and label printers in Ireland?expand_more
Yes. IO Resource supplies receipt, label, linerless and mobile printers to trade customers across Ireland and the UK.