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Zebra or Brother label printer?

Zebra is industrial-grade, Brother is cheaper and quieter for the counter.

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  1. 1Zebra: industrial, high volumes, warehouse and logistics
  2. 2Brother: quieter, cheaper, fine for counter and lower volumes
  3. 3Label rolls are not cross-compatible, lock-in on consumables
  4. 4Factor in roll cost and lifespan, not just purchase price
  5. 5Driver support: Zebra ZPL is universal, Brother uses its own language

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