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Brother QL-500 PC Label Printer

Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer

Item: 567346    Model: QL-500

Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer
4.5stars
( 48 reviews)
http://www.staples.com/sbd/img/res/ic/ic016-spcbuy.gifPrints up to 50 labels per minutePrint labels up to 2.4 inches wide and banners up to 3 feet longPrint linear and two dimensional bar codesOffer Expires on 04/13/2013EachQL-500 PC Label Printer**While supplies last. May not be valid in combination with other offers. Offer subject to change.Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printerhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0373729_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0182189_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0373729_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0182189_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0373729http://www.staples.com/sbd/img/res/ic/ic016-spcbuy.gifhttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0182189http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0373728_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0373728_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/s0373728/Brother-QL-500-PC-Label-Printer/product_567346Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer4.548
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by PowerReviews
Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer
 
4.3

(based on 48 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (26)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (16)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (2)

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Simple controls (38)
  • Prints fast (28)
  • Quiet (28)
  • Crisp printing (26)
  • Durable labels (19)

Cons

  • Poor software (4)
  • Jams easily (3)

Best Uses

  • Address printing (40)
  • Filing (22)
  • General purpose (16)
  • Shipping (11)
  • Bar codes (5)
    • Occupation::
    • Office manager (8), Business owner (7), Work from home (7), Assistant (4), Executive (3)
    • Occupation:
    • Business owner (5), Work from home (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Quality oriented (23), Budget shopper (19), Midrange shopper (8)
    • Primary use:
    • Business (32), Personal (15)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Simple, neat, easy and fun to use...

I liked this product so much, I bought two - one for my home and one for the office. It makes my life so much easier. I print labels as needed instead of wasting...Read complete review

I liked this product so much, I bought two - one for my home and one for the office. It makes my life so much easier. I print labels as needed instead of wasting a whole sheet. People will comment on how professional they look.

This product is very affordable. It probably pays for itself by saving time and making the user more productive. Changing labels sizes is so easy. You don't need directions to make sure you're loading them correctly. Everything about this product is straightforward. The labels are a nice, vivid color. I've never torn one accidentally. In addition, you don't waste paper with the Brother labels. Only the backing is discarded.

Brother is excellent about providing support for this product. As soon as the newest operating system was released, they provided a link to download a compatible driver if needed.

There are very few cons about this product. I've noticed that some of my labels did not remain a crisp white color on boxes that have been in storage. It didn't matter though because it was not something I looked at everyday. Also, most retailers only have the basic sized labels - return address, file folder and shipping labels.

Good luck finding a better machine!

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

 

Failed attempt at greater convenience

I'm glad everybody else seems to have had success with this product and has given it good reviews, BUT... It was fairly easy to set up, but on the second attempt to use...Read complete review

I'm glad everybody else seems to have had success with this product and has given it good reviews, BUT... It was fairly easy to set up, but on the second attempt to use the label printer, it jammed, eating a label and forcing little shreds of unremovable sticky paper into the slot for the print head. Dead printer. I tried to clean it, no luck, and the thing is too cheap to send back. It went into the garbage can a week after purchase. There is NO PROVISION other than returning it for repair for a seriously stuck label. Would never purchase again.

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(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

 
5.0

Simple, neat, easy and fun to use...

By Hello, this is Pam

from New York, NY

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Affordable
  • Durable
  • Easy to use
  • Great for home office
  • Lables are easy to read
  • Makes Me More Efficient
  • No ink needed
  • Quiet
  • Simple Controls
  • Unlimited uses
  • Works Quickly

Cons

  • Labels yellow over time
  • Must order some labels

Best Uses

  • Address Printing
  • Craft Organization
  • Electronics
  • Filing
  • Jewelry identification
  • Signs

Comments about Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer:

I liked this product so much, I bought two - one for my home and one for the office. It makes my life so much easier. I print labels as needed instead of wasting a whole sheet. People will comment on how professional they look.

This product is very affordable. It probably pays for itself by saving time and making the user more productive. Changing labels sizes is so easy. You don't need directions to make sure you're loading them correctly. Everything about this product is straightforward. The labels are a nice, vivid color. I've never torn one accidentally. In addition, you don't waste paper with the Brother labels. Only the backing is discarded.

Brother is excellent about providing support for this product. As soon as the newest operating system was released, they provided a link to download a compatible driver if needed.

There are very few cons about this product. I've noticed that some of my labels did not remain a crisp white color on boxes that have been in storage. It didn't matter though because it was not something I looked at everyday. Also, most retailers only have the basic sized labels - return address, file folder and shipping labels.

Good luck finding a better machine!

  • Occupation::
  • Assistant
  • Primary use:
  • Personal

Comment on this review(earn points)

(5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

 
1.0

Failed attempt at greater convenience

By NG

from Bridgeport CT

About Me Quality Oriented

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Easy Controls
  • Prints Fast

Cons

  • Jams Easily

Best Uses

    Comments about Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer:

    I'm glad everybody else seems to have had success with this product and has given it good reviews, BUT... It was fairly easy to set up, but on the second attempt to use the label printer, it jammed, eating a label and forcing little shreds of unremovable sticky paper into the slot for the print head. Dead printer. I tried to clean it, no luck, and the thing is too cheap to send back. It went into the garbage can a week after purchase. There is NO PROVISION other than returning it for repair for a seriously stuck label. Would never purchase again.

    • Occupation::
    • Work From Home
    • Primary use:
    • Business

    Comment on this review(earn points)

    (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    It does work with Windows Vista

    By cw

    from mt

    About Me Quality Oriented

    Pros

    • Durable
    • Neat Settings
    • Quiet
    • Simple Controls
    • Strong Labels
    • Works Quickly

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Address Printing

      Comments about Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer:

      This product does work w/ Windows Vista. You might have to install an extra driver!

      • Occupation::
      • Assistant
      • Primary use:
      • Business

      Comment on this review(earn points)

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Over 10 years old and still works Great!

      By Irene

      from Glendora, California

      About Me Quality Oriented

      Pros

      • Durable
      • Simple Controls
      • Strong Labels
      • Works Quickly

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Address Printing
        • Filing

        Comments about Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer:

        Work great to Label construction plans and Making Files. Quick print and easy use the whole office loves to use it!

        • Occupation::
        • Assistant
        • Primary use:
        • Business

        Comment on this review(earn points)

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        I would buy this again

        By Carol the worker

        from Fayetteville,NC

        About Me Quality Oriented

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Neat Settings
        • Quiet
        • Simple Controls
        • Strong Labels
        • Works Quickly

        Cons

        • None at all

        Best Uses

        • Address Printing

        Comments about Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer:

        This is a great product.This was the first one I ever bought and it was so easy to set up and use.It was quick and easy.

        • Occupation::
        • Office Manager
        • Primary use:
        • Personal

        Comment on this review(earn points)

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        easy to use

        By Joe

        from Altadena, CA

        About Me Value Oriented

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Crisp Printing
        • Durable Labels
        • Easy Controls
        • Easy Setup
        • Prints Fast

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Address Printing
          • Filing

          Comments about Brother® QL-500 PC Label Printer:

          I use it primarily for file folders, but need to look into other uses like address labels.

          • Occupation::
          • Business Owner
          • Primary use:
          • Business

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          • Q:

            Using a Arial 8-point font, how many characters will fit acros the 2.400" label width?
            Asked on 10/18/2012 by needer of labels from Rhode Island

            1 answer

            • A:

              Using an Arial 8-point font you can fit 22 characters in the 2.4" label width.

              Answered on 10/18/2012 by Community Answer from None
          • Q:

            How mny characters will fit in the 2.4" label width?
            Asked on 10/18/2012 by Need labels from Rhode Island

            1 answer

            • A:

              The P-touch editor allows for the creation of custom layouts with differing truetype font sizes. The number of characters available in the 2.4" width depends on the size of the font selected.

              Answered on 10/18/2012 by Community Answer from None
          • Q:

            I am trying to find the refil labels for the Brother QL-500 printer. Can you give me the product number?
            Asked on 8/27/2012 by Amelia from Statesville, NC

            1 answer

            • A:

              Several labels are compatible with the Brother QL-500 printer, including DK1201, DK1202, DK1203, DK1204, DK1207, DK1208, DK1209, DK1218, DK1219, DK1221, DK2113, DK2205, DK2210, DK2211, DK2212, DK2214, DK2606, DK4205 and DK4605.

              Answered on 8/27/2012 by Community Answer from None
          • Q:

            Are there labels for the QL-500 that could be used outdoors over a period of time?
            Asked on 8/9/2012 by swilliams from Oregon

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              For this Brother Label printer the compatible paper labels can be found under the supplies and accessory tab on the Staples item number 567346. To place an order for this item, please contact us by dialing 1-800-333-3330.

              Answered on 8/13/2012 by Laura B from Staples
          • Q:

            Is this printer a 110v-220v? or only 110v?
            Asked on 4/24/2012 by Newby from miami,fl

            2 answers

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              The Brother QL-500 PC label printer must be plugged into a 120 V electrical outlet.

              Answered on 4/25/2012 by Kayla T. from Staples
            • A:

              This unit works on 110 voltage, and comes with the electrical cord adapter.

              Answered on 4/30/2012 by Community Answer from None
          • Q:

            It says this Brother QL-500 PC Label Printer is PC and Mac compatible. I'm using a Mac OS X 10.5, would this Brother Label Printer work with my Mac.
            Asked on 3/14/2012 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              This label printer is compatible with Mac OS X 10.7.x. To place an order for this item, please contact us by dialing 1-800-333-3330.

              Answered on 3/14/2012 by Liz C from Staples
          • Q:

            Is this product compatabile with the new OS 7?
            Asked on 9/26/2011 by Anonymous

            2 answers

            • A:

              This Brother label printer is compatible with Windows 7.

              Answered on 9/29/2011 by Anonymous from None
            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Yes, this product is compatible with your Microsoft 7 operating software. To place an order for this product, please contact us at 1-800-333-3330.

              Answered on 9/28/2011 by Liz C from Staples
          • Q:

            Will this printer work with Windows 7 and what type of labels are used
            Asked on 9/6/2011 by Sandy

            2 answers

            • A:

              This label printer is compatible with Windows 7. It will print on a variety of thermal labels up to 2.4" wide and 3' long.

              Answered on 9/12/2011 by Anonymous from None
            • CUSTOMER CARE

              A:

              Yes, this printer is compatible with Windows 7. Please click on the following link to view a selection of labels that are compatible with this machine.
              http://www.staples.com/QL-500-Brother/cat_CL163122

              Answered on 9/12/2011 by Dawn B from Staples
          • Q:

            how many ink cartridges does this machine take? Is is it full color?
            Asked on 8/31/2011 by Anonymous

            1 answer

            • A:

              This label maker prints in black by applying heat to the tape, it does not require any type of ink.

              Answered on 9/6/2011 by Anonymous from None
          • Q:

            I want to cut 1cm length. Is that possible?
            Asked on 8/18/2011 by Anonymous

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