BROTHER QL-580

BROTHER QL-580
alaScore 77

26 reviews

May, 2013

  • No negative mentions yet

alaTest has collected and analyzed 26 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the build quality and value for money. The size and performance also get good views.

usability, performance, size, value for money, build quality

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Printers the BROTHER QL-580 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 77/100 = Good quality.

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Amazon review summary for the BROTHER QL-580

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of the BROTHER QL-580 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.5/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

performance, usability, build quality, value for money, connectivity

60% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Best thing to happen to marketing ever!

 

We LOVE this product. I quote a coworker who said, "THIS IS THE BEST THING TO HAPPEN TO MARKETING IN A VERY LONG TIME!" It made our life easier for our annual event that draws over 300 attendees. I am thrilled with this printer.

Ease of mobility,Quiet,Simple Controls,Works Quickly

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Good machine, limited software.

 

Good machine, limited software.

Overall, I am satisfied with this printer. I have had a several Dymo label printers and none have been durable. I bought this one to try an alternative. The print quality is good, the option to do continuous labels is excellent, the option to print...

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Electricity 110 volts only

 

Electricity 110 volts only

Excellent device Wrong with the cost of tapes Works on voltages 110 volts only, and not a global Tape colors is limited only Yellow, and expensive

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Brother QL-580N Professional Label Printer

 

This printer is awesome for my purpose. The built in ethernet port allows me to print labels directly from an old unix computer (albeit with some creative programming using the Epson style esc-p controls). It is a little short on font selection and...

compatibility, value for money

Expensive Ink Refills

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What a bargain.

 

This printer is awesome for my purpose. The built in ethernet port allows me to print labels directly from an old unix computer (albeit with some creative programming using the Epson style esc-p controls). It is a little short on font selection and...

compatibility, value for money

Expensive Ink Refills

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It works on the network

 

I purchased this to replace a non network model. It was easy enought to set up on my Windows SBS 2003 network and all workstations.

size & weight, Easy Installation/Good Instructions, compatibility, build quality, speed, value for money, easy to use

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Brother QL-580N Professional Label Printer

 

size & weight, Easy Installation/Good Instructions, compatibility, build quality, speed, value for money, easy to use

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Brother

 

I was very pleased with the service and response of PC Connection and would order from them again.

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Brother QL-580N Professional Label Printer

 

I was very pleased with the service and response of PC Connection and would order from them again.

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Product Specifications

The Brother QL-580N, with its built-in Ethernet connection, is the perfect label printer to share with your workgroup. Offering print speeds up to 68 labels per minute and high-quality, 300 x 600 (Superfine mode) dpi resolution, the Brother QL-580N is the perfect solution for producing professional labels with graphics, logos and text for mailing, records management and other administrative applications. Capable of accepting labels up to 2.4" wide, this model also features a built-in cutter.

Dimensions & Weight

Depth:9.4in
Height:5.6in
Weight:2.6lbs
Width:5.2in

Header

Compatibility:Mac / PC
Country Kits:United States
Manufacturer:Brother
Model:QL-580N
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Brother

Modem

Type: None

Networking

Type:Print server

Printer

Connectivity Technology:Wired
Interface:Ethernet 10/100Base-TX / Serial / USB
Language Simulation:EPSON ESC/P
Max H-Resolution B/W:300dpi
Max Media Size (Standard):Roll (2.44 in)
Max Printing Speed:259.8inch/min
Max V-Resolution B/W:600dpi
Media Type:Continuous forms / Labels
Output Type:Monochrome
Technology:Direct thermal
Type:Label printer

RAM

Installed Size:8MB

Scanner

Type: None

Service & Support

Type:2 years warranty

System Requirements

OS Required:Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 - 10.5.1 / Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional / Microsoft Windows Server 2003 / Microsoft Windows Vista / Microsoft Windows XP
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