Label Makers

Get your workspace organised with Ink Depot’s reliable range of label makers. Whether you're tagging files in the office, personalising items at home, or managing warehouse inventory, our labelling solutions deliver precision and ease.

Choose from trusted brands like Brother and DYMO, with Australia-wide shipping and easy returns available on every order.

Which Label Maker Suits You?

Entry handheld label makers: Battery-powered with built-in keyboards and simple controls. These are ideal for home organisation, storage boxes, folders, pantry labels, and basic office filing.

Popular Brother options include the PT-H105 and PT-D210, both using Brother TZe tape. DYMO alternatives include the LetraTag 100H, LetraTag 200B, and LabelManager 160P ($45.38).

Mid-range handheld label makers: Better suited to regular office use, with wider tape support, improved displays, and more formatting options.

Popular options include the DYMO LabelManager 210D and LabelManager 280P. Brother PT-P300BT and PT-P710BT connect via Bluetooth, allowing labels to be designed and printed directly from a smartphone using the Brother P-touch Design & Print app.

Advanced portable label makers: Designed for users who label frequently and need greater flexibility with tape formats and connectivity.

DYMO LabelManager 360D and LabelManager 420P are rechargeable handheld models with expanded formatting options. Brother PT-E110VP and PT-E310BTVP are designed for field and industrial use, supporting specialist tapes including heat-shrink and self-laminating labels.

Industrial label makers: Built for electrical panels, warehouses, cable identification, switchboards, and outdoor environments.

DYMO Rhino 4200 suits general industrial labelling, Rhino 5200 supports heat-shrink and self-laminating tapes, while the Rhino 6000 supports the widest industrial tape range. Brother PT-E560BTVP is Brother’s premium industrial handheld model with Bluetooth connectivity and broad tape compatibility.

Things Worth Knowing Before You Buy a Label Maker

Brother TZe tape and DYMO tape systems are not interchangeable. Brother uses TZe tape, while DYMO models use either D1 or LetraTag tape depending on the model. Even though the cartridges may look similar, they are completely different systems.

Thermal transfer labels last longer than direct thermal labels. Brother P-touch and DYMO LabelManager models use thermal transfer technology with a ribbon inside the tape cassette. These labels are generally more durable and better suited to permanent indoor or industrial use.

DYMO LetraTag models use direct thermal tape without a ribbon. While cheaper and simpler, LetraTag labels are less resistant to heat, UV exposure, and long-term fading.

Bluetooth label makers remove the need for a full keyboard. Models such as the Brother PT-P300BT, PT-P710BT, and PT-E310BTVP are controlled through a smartphone app rather than a traditional built-in keyboard. This is useful for formatted labels, symbols, barcodes, and repeat label printing.

Why Buy from Ink Depot?

Ink Depot has supplied printers, ink, toner, label makers, and office products to Australian homes and businesses for more than 20 years.

All label makers are dispatched from Australian distribution centres located in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and other metro locations.

Free shipping applies on orders over $99, and all products are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. Ink Depot also offers a 90-day return policy on unsatisfactory items.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between the DYMO LetraTag and LabelManager ranges?

LetraTag models such as the 100H, 200B, and 100T are simpler entry-level machines using narrow direct thermal tape. They are designed mainly for basic home organisation and light-use labelling.

LabelManager models such as the 160P, 210D, 280P, 360D, and 420P use DYMO D1 thermal transfer tape, support wider tape sizes, and provide more formatting options. They are generally better suited to office and workplace use.

2. Which label maker is best for electricians or tradespeople?

The DYMO Rhino range and Brother PT-E series are specifically designed for trades and industrial environments.

The DYMO Rhino 5200 ($367.97) supports heat-shrink tubing, flexible nylon labels, and self-laminating cable wraps. Brother PT-E310BTVP ($256.48) and PT-E560BTVP ($406.60) add Bluetooth connectivity for smartphone-based label design on site.

Both ranges are designed to produce labels that resist heat, chemicals, abrasion, and outdoor exposure.

3. Do label makers use ink or toner?

No. Handheld label makers use tape cartridges that already contain the printing ribbon where required. Brother TZe and DYMO D1 systems use thermal transfer technology, while DYMO LetraTag uses direct thermal printing.

There is no separate ink or toner to replace. The tape cartridge itself is the only ongoing consumable.