Brother P-touch PT-N10 Handheld Label Maker
- Paper size: 12 millimeters
- Printer type: Thermal
- Resolution: 180 x 180 dpi
- Maximum Print Resolution Black And White: 180 dpi
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A budget, portable label maker with crisp print quality for occasional use, but its proprietary Btag tape costs more per foot than Brother's standard TZe cartridges.
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ASIN: B0DFFNMZ1XModel: PTN10Category: Label Makers
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Overview
The Brother PT-N10 is a compact handheld label maker built for Brother's Btag tape line, running on 6 AAA batteries with a 12-character preview screen and a full QWERTY keyboard.
It targets casual, portable labeling, dorm rooms, travel and quick organization, rather than heavy office use. The catch buyers should know before ordering is that it only accepts Btag cartridges, a shorter-format tape than Brother's standard TZe line used by other Brother machines.
- Full QWERTY keyboard with built-in cutter
- 12-character preview display
- Prints two lines, up to 7mm combined height
- Runs on 6 AAA batteries
Who it's for
Works well for students, light home use and anyone who wants a cheap, portable printer for occasional labels. Less suited to frequent, high-volume labeling where ongoing tape cost matters, since Btag refills run shorter than Brother's standard tape.
Pros and cons
- Full QWERTY keyboard with built-in cutter
- 17 color tape options for Btag cartridges
- Compact and battery powered for portable use
- Btag tape holds less and costs more than TZe
- No printed instruction manual, just diagrams
- Won't print unless the back cover is attached
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | PTN10 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Paper size | 12 millimeters |
| Color Depth | 24 bits per pixel |
| Item Weight | 1 pound |
| Item dimensions d x W x h | 7.6 × 4.7 × 2.8 inches |
| Maximum media size | 12mm |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Printer output type | Color |
| Maximum Sheet Capacity | 1 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color Pages Per Minute | 9 |
| Color | White |
| Maximum Print Resolution Color | 180 dots_per_inch |
| Maximum Copy Resolution Color | 180 dpi |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer connectivity type | USB |
| Hardware interface | USB |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 1 year |
| Warranty type | Limited |
| Other details | |
| Printer type | Thermal |
| Resolution | 180 x 180 dpi |
| Maximum Print Resolution Black And White | 180 dpi |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Additional printer functions | Print Only |
| Duplex | Simplex |
| Maximum Copy Resolution Black And White | 180 dpi |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Print media | Labels |
| Model Series | PT-N10 |
| Bw Pages Per Minute | 9 |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Portable |
| Specific uses for product | Home, Office, School |
| Item Type Name | Multifunction Printer |
Frequently asked questions
What tape does the Brother PT-N10 use?
It uses Brother's Btag cartridges only, 12mm wide and about 13.1 feet long, sold in 17 colors, not Brother's standard TZe tape.
How many labels can the PT-N10 store for reprinting?
It saves 10 previously printed labels so you can reprint favorites without retyping them.