Yes, getting a label maker is worth it if you want organize items and areas around your home, manage a small business or tag computer cables, networking cables, storage bins and jars. They can be an affordable upgrade from other labelling methods like handwriting on masking tape with a pen or marker. With a label maker, you can create uniform labels that are easy to read compared to messier handwriting.

A label maker is a small, portable, standalone device that has a built-in keyboard or a smartphone app that lets you type and print quick, single-line text labels. A label printer is a larger machine that’s designed to work at a higher volume than a label maker. It connects to a computer or network to print more complex designs, barcodes and bulk labels. We have label makers and label printers from brands like Brother and DYMO.

Printing your own labels can be cheaper when you’re dealing with smaller quantities, testing new designs or on-demand labelling needs. Buying pre-printed labels or custom labels can be cheaper in higher quantities for large orders. It comes down to your personal or business needs. We carry a selection of labels, including address labels, shipping labels, filing labels and colour-coding labels.

Yes, you can print labels with a regular inkjet printer or laser printer. You need standard letter-size sheets of adhesive label paper or pre-cut sticker sheets. You can also print on normal paper and tape the labels securely onto your items. When using a printer to create labels, match the label paper to your printer and print a test page to make sure you’re using the right settings.