Linerless Printer vs Traditional Label Printer: Which One Saves More?

When choosing a label printer for your business, you may wonder whether a linerless printer or a traditional label printer is the better choice. Both have their uses, but when it comes to cost savings, efficiency, and sustainability, linerless printers offer a clear advantage.

What Is a Traditional Label Printer?

Traditional label printers use pre-cut labels with a paper backing liner. The liner must be peeled off before the label is applied, which adds waste and limits label flexibility.

✅ Pros

Widely used and familiar to many businesses

Reliable for standard applications

Affordable printer cost

❌ Cons

Labels with liners cost more over time

Extra waste from liners increases disposal costs

Limited to fixed label sizes

What Is a Linerless Printer?

A linerless printer, such as the ZYWELL 80mm Thermal Linerless Printer, uses labels without backing liners. Labels can be cut to any length, allowing for greater flexibility and efficiency.

✅ Pros

Up to 65% more labels per roll → fewer roll changes

Save up to 35% on label costs (shipping, storage, and materials)

Eco-friendly: no backing liner waste

Flexible sizes: print the exact length you need

Compact design: more labels in less space

❌ Cons

Slightly higher initial printer cost

Requires compatible linerless label rolls

A food delivery service replaced traditional label printers with the ZYWELL 80mm Thermal Linerless Printer. The result: fewer roll changes, 30% lower label costs, and a greener printing process—while still achieving sharp, clear prints.

Why Choose ZYWELL Zy-3311 Linerless Printers?

80mm thermal linerless printing

203 dpi resolution for crisp barcodes and text

Durable auto-cutter for heavy-duty use

Ideal for retail, warehousing, logistics, and food services

With a linerless printer, you don’t just save money—you also save time and help protect the environment.

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