![]() While previously you could buy other 3rd party labels that were DYMO specific, now you are officially out of luck.ĭYMO tries passing these labels off as better, calling them “high-quality, BPA-free paper labels made from FSC certified material.” This move by DYMO officially locks their customers into only buying labels through them. This hidden detail seems like a harmless addition but in reality it’s the cause of massive strife with this new series.įirst it was the specific notch gap in the label liner. So if you’re printing several labels at once or a large batch, be prepared to cover your ears.Īnd finally, the RFID chip. That’s an obvious given.īut when labels print from the DYMO 5XL, they make a very distinct, uncomfortable sound, like a high-pitch, robotic whine of some sort. I realize printers will make some noise as they print. Not the first choice I would make if I need a large batch of labels printed in a hurry. Now I understand there are reasons for this (which we’ll discuss later) but when comparing it to other small desktop printers I’ve reviewed, like Rollo and Zebra, the difference is noticeable. These were definite upgrades from before. This left me genuinely confused as to what exactly was so special about this new version.Īs I investigated further, I began to notice little differences: additional interface buttons, different internal setup, added connectivity. So much that I thought there was a mistake and I was sent the wrong thermal printer. So what was my first impression? A few factors stood out:Īt first glance, I was surprised to see how similar it was to the DYMO 4XL. When it came to the LabelWriter 5XL I was interested in seeing how DYMO was attempting to set itself apart from its competitors. That’s mainly due to the particular labels needed for it to operate. DYMO has always stood out as being different from other printers I’ve reviewed.
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