Both the QL-820NWB and Leitz Icon support Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct connectivity, allowing you to design and print labels from PCs over your network, as well as from smartphones and tablets, but the Brother model can also connect via Ethernet and Bluetooth. It's slightly taller and longer (but a bit more than a pound lighter), than the Leitz Icon Smart Labeling System ($399.99 at Amazon) (Opens in a new window) (a similarly priced networkable label printer), but not enough to make a lot of difference.

A Small, Sleek, and Slick LabelerĪt 5.7 inches high by 5 inches across by 9.2 inches long and weighing 2.6 pounds, the QL-820NWB ($385.00 at Amazon) (Opens in a new window) is small and light. Flexibility, a rich feature set, wide-ranging PC and mobile device integration, and a wide selection of label media elevates the QL-820NWB to our new top pick for a networkable professional label printer. It's also well-integrated with mobile devices, and it comes with a robust set of features and options, such as a broad assortment of printable media, the ability to print two-color labels, and an add-on rechargeable battery. The QL-820NWB is similar in many ways to its QL-720NW predecessor in that it's networkable and it comes with highly capable software. Recently, Brother announced the QL-800-series as new additions to its stable of professional label printers, which includes the flagship model, the QL-820NWB ($199.99), reviewed here. Ability to print in red limited to one label type.Consumables somewhat costly on a per-label basis.How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.

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