Brother QL-820NWB Label Printer
- 110 address labels per minute, black text at 300 dpi
- 300 x 600 dpi maximum print resolution
- Bluetooth, Ethernet and USB, plus wireless network printing
- Black and red output on DK2251 tape
- Direct thermal, no ink or toner
- LCD screen for standalone use
- 25 watts, 2.5 pounds
- 2 year limited warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fast, networkable label printer for an office or shipping desk that prints black and red without ink.
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ASIN: B01MTYE0X6Model: QL820NWBCategory: Label Printers
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Overview
A direct thermal print head darkens heat-sensitive Brother DK labels, so the printer needs no ink or toner cartridges. Labels drop in as rolls, and jobs arrive from a computer, from a phone on the same wireless network or over Bluetooth, or from the printer's own screen for standalone use.
Connection choice is its strongest argument: wired network, wireless, Bluetooth and USB all reach it, and the screen lets it work without a computer. Red output only works on special two-color tape, and portable use depends on an add-on battery.
Who it's for
Shared offices where several people send labels from laptops, phones and tablets suit its network options. People who only print a few labels a month from one computer can manage with a simpler USB model.
Pros and cons
- Wireless, Bluetooth, Ethernet and USB connections
- No ink or toner to replace
- Black and red printing on DK2251 tape
- LCD allows standalone printing
- Battery for portable use sold separately
- Red needs specific two-color tape
- Auto cutter not listed
Performance notes
Output quality rests on the thermal head and the heat-sensitive DK roll, since there is no ink to smear or run low. Wireless printing relies on the printer and the phone sharing the same network, while Bluetooth and USB link directly to the sending device.
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | QL820NWB |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum media size | 3 x 5 inch |
| Item weight | 2.5 pounds |
| Item dimensions d x W x h | 5 × 9.2 × 5.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Wattage | 25 watts |
| Print speed | Up to 110 address labels per minute |
| Construction & materials | |
| Ink color | Black, Red |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer connectivity type | Wireless Network, Bluetooth, Ethernet, USB |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 2 years |
| Other details | |
| Printer type | Direct Thermal |
| Control Type | Android, IOS |
| Display type | LCD |
| Maximum print resolution | 300 x 600 dpi |
Frequently asked questions
What label sizes fit the Brother QL-820NWB?
The listing gives a maximum media size of 3 x 5 inch. The included DK2251 starter tape is 2.4 inches (62mm) wide and 16.4 feet long, and the DK1201 roll holds 100 die cut address labels.
Does the Brother QL-820NWB need ink?
No. It prints by direct thermal on Brother DK labels, so no ink or toner is needed.
Can the Brother QL-820NWB print from a phone?
Yes. Labels can be created and printed from a mobile device on the same wireless network, and the controller types listed are Android and iOS.
Is the Brother QL-820NWB battery powered?
Not out of the box. It ships with an AC power adapter, and an optional Li-ion battery is sold separately for mobile use.
Does the QL-820NWB print in full color?
No. It is a monochrome printer that adds red only on DK2251 black and red tape.