The Brother QL-800 (part number QL800) is a compact desktop label printer that connects to a Windows or Mac computer by USB. It prints Brother DK die-cut labels and continuous-length tape up to 62 mm (about 2.4 in.) wide, and it can print black and red on DK-2251 continuous paper tape. Direct thermal printing means there is no ink or toner to replace.Key features Up to 93 labels per minute: Brother's rating for standard address labels, text only, at 300 x 300 dpi. Black/red printing: two-color labels on Brother DK-2251 continuous paper tape. High-resolution mode: up to 300 x 600 dpi. Built-in auto cutter: supports banners and signs up to 3 ft long. Plug & Label: prints basic labels without installing software on Windows PCs. P-touch Editor software for Windows and Mac, with add-ins for Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Specifications Print method Direct thermal (no ink or toner) Print resolution 300 x 300 dpi standard; 300 x 600 dpi high-resolution mode Print speed Up to 93 standard address labels per minute (text only, 300 x 300 dpi); max. 5.8 in./sec; black/red printing max. 0.9 in./sec Maximum print width 2.3 in. (58 mm) Maximum label width 62 mm (about 2.4 in.) Media Brother DK die-cut labels and continuous-length paper and film tape Interface USB 2.0 Full Speed Cutter life Up to 300,000 die-cut labels or 150,000 continuous labels Barcodes (PC connected) Code 39, Code 128, GS1-128, UPC/EAN, PDF417, QR Code, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, Aztec and others Dimensions / weight 4.9 in. W x 8.4 in. D x 5.6 in. H; about 2.5 lb without DK rolls What's in the box USB cable and power cord DK-1201 die-cut standard address label starter roll (100 labels) DK-2251 2.4 in. (62 mm) continuous black/red on white paper tape starter roll, 16.4 ft (5 m) Software, Quick Setup Guide and documentation Typical applications Address labels for envelopes and packages File folder labels and name badges Pricing, signage and allergy-alert labels on DK-2251 black/red tape Barcode labels printed from a connected PC CompatibilityBrother's support site lists the QL-800 for Windows 11 and earlier Windows versions, macOS (up to macOS 26), Linux, ChromeOS and Android. Included software: P-touch Editor (Windows and Mac), P-touch Address Book (Windows) and P-touch Update Software. Brother also lists SDK support.How it compares QL-800: labels up to 2.4 in. wide, black/red printing on DK-2251 tape, USB only. QL-1100: wide-format model for labels up to 4 in. wide, including 4 x 6 in. shipping labels; USB and USB Host; DK-2251 black/red tape is not listed for it. QL-1110NWB: the same 4-inch wide format as the QL-1100, with Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth added. Frequently asked questionsCan the Brother QL-800 print 4 x 6 shipping labels?No. The QL-800 accepts labels up to 62 mm (about 2.4 in.) wide and has a 2.3 in. maximum print width. Brother lists its DK-1241 4 x 6 in. shipping labels for wide-format models such as the QL-1100 and QL-1110NWB.Does the QL-800 print in color?It prints black and red on Brother DK-2251 black/red continuous paper tape, at up to 0.9 in. per second for two-color printing.Does the QL-800 need ink or toner?No. The QL-800 uses direct thermal printing on Brother DK drop-in label rolls, so there is no ink or toner to replace.How does the QL-800 connect?By USB only; Brother lists no Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or Ethernet interface for this model. Plug & Label printing without software installation works on Windows PCs only.Which labels does the QL-800 use?Brother genuine DK drop-in rolls: pre-sized die-cut labels such as DK-1201 standard address labels (1.1 x 3.5 in.) and continuous-length paper or film tape up to 2.4 in. wide.See more models in our Brother Mobile collection or compare desktop label printers.
