DYMO Label Maker LabelManager 280 Rechargeable Portable Label Maker Easy-to-Use One-Touch Smart Keys QWERTY Keyboard PC and Mac Connectivity For Home & Office Organization

Easy setup, very user friendly. So far have used for labeling our storage totes-tape sticks well to the plastic totes. Font sizes could be bigger but that’s just personal preference. Have not had any issues yet with printing or cutting

I ordered the dymo LM 280 with one roll of black on white tape. The product description and reviews said no ac adapter came with the unit, but mine came with an ac adapter. So, now I have to return the extra ac adapter I ordered. Anyways, this label maker doesn't even take batteries, so I'm thinking they have to give everyone an ac adapter. Everyone who is saying they needed 6 AAA batteries is full of it because it literally doesn't take batteries. The unit is extremely light weight to where it almost feels like a pretend toy label maker for a child. The unit is nice. You can literally hook it up to your laptop and print with any font, insert any image, etc. Its a quality device, and it definitely does much cooler stuff than any other label maker I've used. BUT... I don't want to say it, but I actually hate the way it looks lol The amazon photo looked like it would look similar to a Blackberry, but it looks like a gigantic fake scanning device from star trek. Also, I read a TON of reviews complaining about the amount of tape being wasted. I've used many label makers, and I have no idea what people are talking about. This label maker puts the same amount of space that every other label maker does. I'm actually wondering if people are reviewing an older model of the 280 (i don't even know if that exists) because I'm finding the tape/battery claims to be completely false. Plus, I literally ordered two rolls of black on white tape for $6 and you can get a better deal if you buy your tape in bulk. Seriously, if you want an awesome label maker and own a computer, this one is $26 and will literally print your face if you upload a picture of your face, it will just be a very tiny image of your face and in black and white lol But, don't buy this if you don't have a computer. The device on its own has less features than you could get with a $10 label maker, so you literally need a computer to access the awesome features. Also, your going to want only the 1/2" tape from now own, no matter what. I've always been a 3/8" girl, but since I can print so many cool fonts now, I need the wider tape to see my designs better. I actually got really bored the first time I used this because you have so many options! I usually like to waste my time making just the perfect label, but it literally took FOREVER to go through every one of my fonts, then add in pictures! I literally got bored and just picked whatever. Don't let everyone's stupid reviews freak you out. I honestly was so concerned about buying this or some other label maker on Amazon. But, then finally I realized you have to buy Dymo. You can't not buy a Dymo. And I'm really surprised I could get a label maker this cool for only $26! Even if it looks like a $4 star trek kids toy.

I borrowed a Dymo label maker from my work to label some things around my garage / work bench. I immediately experienced the value of putting my name on my belongings. I was so pleased with the label maker I borrowed that I attempted to purchase it on Amazon. I quickly discovered that the model I had used was discontinued but saw good things about this model. I received this label maker and was surprised at the size and weight but not in a disappointing way. It really felt like quality. I skimmed through the instructions before tossing them to the side, inserting the batteries and typing my first label. It was extremely easy and I was able to pick up where I had left off with the previous label maker. If you are looking for an extremely small or pocket-sized label maker then you might want to look elsewhere. This label manager is really meant more for desktop application but is certainly small enough to carry around and doesn't require a wire once the batteries are in. All of the features are clearly accessible from the main keypad and there are only a few "hotkeys" taking you to sub-menu's but it seems to be well thought out. I haven't used the USB computer tethering to print as I don't have a need for that but it's great to know that it's there when I do. The carrying case is perfect. It holds the label maker, cords, extra spools of tape and has plenty of room for extra's. I would definitely recommend this label maker for anyone that wishes to have all of the possibilities at their fingertips while still having a unit they can carry around or leave on their desk for quick access.

Works. Does what it needs to. Easy and convenient. I love being able to easily adjust font size. It prints at a decent speed and is as compact as you can make something with a full keyboard and large display. I would prefer something more pocket-sized, though. It prints far too much blank space before and after the text. I know that Dymo makes their money from selling the refills, but it's annoying having to trim the ends. The only real negatives I have are that the battery doesn't last long and seems to drain while it is sitting powered down. I have to make sure I charge it before I take it out in the field. I have been burned by that a few times, and the power supply/connector is an uncommon one. If you lose or don't have it, you're screwed. It would be far better with USB-C charging or a more normal 12V connector size. Not the small barrel connector. I would also like to see removable batteries. I'd buy spares to have on hand. Far superior to the Brother unit I used to have, as far as ease and portability. Granted, that thing was from a decade ago.

Dymo makes excellent labelers. I just replaced one that I have had for almost 9 years. It was a work horse. I highly recommend this model. Love the rechargeable battery.

The Dymo LabelManager 280 is an outstanding machine. The construction is solid with no flimsy parts that may break with normal use. The screen is large, clear, and easy to read. The buttons around the screen have a nice click to them, and the buttons on the main body are rubber and feel solid. The unit feels good in the hands, and even those with smaller hands should have no trouble typing. The cutter is excellent, the best I've seen on any Dymo. It cuts cleanly and doesn't wast a lot of tape on each end. One or two read-throughs of the manual were all it took to learn the machine. It is well-written and will answer any questions. I found the menus easy to understand and navigate. It is rechargeable and comes with a charging cord. I gave it a full charge when I bought it in August, and here it is December and I've not had to recharge it since. I haven't had a chance to link it to a laptop to use the software, because it does everything I need it to do the way it is. Overall this was an excellent buy and I would recommend it for anyone looking for an inexpensive, well-built label maker that will provide years of use. ***I purchased this item myself and I am in no way affiliated with Dymo or Amazon. This is my honest opinion and no one has asked me to write this review.***

Absolutely love so useful to have.

I'm not the most organized person. But I do tend to get smart about certain things. For example, I have quite a few external hard drive enclosures. I have lots of power bricks and wall warts that belong to anything like a cell phone to a USB hub to a battery charger. My idea for keeping things at least somewhat organized was, I'd stick colored dots on the device and matching colored dots on its power brick. That works well until a dot falls off or you're in no mood to sort and match colored dots. One day my wife brought home this really junky labeling device and I got the wild idea to get something fast and easy that didn't use batteries but rather a rechargeable battery pack (because anything that uses 4 or 6 batteries just isn't worth it). Enter this thing! Boy, do I love it. I'd say it saves me time but it's actually using my time at the moment because now I label everything. I suppose it'll save me time, in time. The point is if you're the least bit into organizing your stuff - grab one of these. Forget the Brother and Epson devices. This device is lighter (because it uses a battery pack), uses a rechargeable pack (the replacements are affordable), does as much if not more than the competition does and also connects to your PC using software that you can use to quickly type labels and add graphics.

I like that it is easy to carry and use, and can print directly from the computer (even from Word and Excel) battery life is good I dislike that Arabic printing can be done from Word and Excel only and need to adjust margins I am using for home and for some hobbies.

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The 280 replaces an earlier Dymo machine and the tags used for electronic labelling are clearer and neater than the earlier style.

It works well. No jams so far. The screen is not backlit but that’s fine. It uses internal rechargeable batteries. The font size goes from 8 to 24. It can print multi-line labels. The manual cutter is sharp. The QWERTY buttons need force to push and the rubber around each key wobbles. Just a minor thing. I wish the keys were pleasing to press like a BlackBerry. The USB connector is ancient, so do not lose the included cable (if you use PC software). The USB connector does not charge the battery. I keep making that mistake. It can only be recharged with the 12v cable. You will lose half an inch on each side of the label to white space. Just cut it with scissors and buy more label spools. There is only “caps lock”, no “shift”, so if the first letter you want uppercase, press the “a -> A” key, then the letter, then that case key again, then the rest of the letters. It can be a tad annoying but I got used to it. I’m not a power labeler, so the default font is fine. Size 20pt is good. 24pt is a bit obnoxious for labeling parts. NOTE: You get the 45013S (10ft) cartridge. You will soon need a refill. Refill carts are 45013 (23ft). I think S means “shorter”. Overall, I’m very happy with this label maker and I use it all the time.