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DYMO Label Printer LabelWriter 450 Direct Thermal Label Printer Great for Labeling Filing Mailing Barcodes and More Home Office Organization
Last Updated: January 8, 2021 (Refresh Now)
7.9
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/10
Total Reviews
997
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419
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Review Analysis - 537 recent, verified reviews
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Print Quality
184print, label, printing, dymo, prints
+74%
-26%
" ... No option to open the paper path, as on most printers. ... "
" ... Makes shipping on ebay so much easier than printing on paper! ... "
" ... I love this printer - you can even create your own barcodes. ... "
" ... I have printed thousands of labels with this printer and it's great. ... "
" ... very helpful in printing labels for my small business ... "
" ... This printer easily handles all of my label needs for my Amazon FBA business. ... I use Inventory Labs for my shipments and this printer automatically prints product labels after I submit the product. ... This is the perfect label printer for my business. ... "
" ... I bought another printer exactly like this one last fall for $40 less. ... "
" ... Purchased only to print my for Amazon and I am very happy! ... "
Ease of Use
110easy, software, set, easy to set, labels
+92%
-8%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Super easy to install as well. ... "
" ... It was easy to install and I love the different fonts that are available. ... "
" ... So easy and quick ... "
" ... It's relatively easy to maintain and reload. ... Its utilities are basic - great for in-home or small project use. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Gets jammed once in a while but easy fix! ... "
" ... They’re super hand and easy to use. ... "
Product Reliability
59ago, label, labels, error, stopped working
+44%
-56%
" ... I tried running envelopes directly through the printer, but that rarely worked correctly. ... My only regret is not figuring this out years ago! ... "
" ... So it’s completely useless. ... "
" ... Still can’t get it to work - but I did not open it for over a month after I got it ... "
" ... None of which are supported by Microsoft anymore and XP has not been supported for 6 years! ... "
" ... It has "ERROR" herpes. ... "
" ... I spent over 8 hours with Remote Desktop tech support and they could never get the printer to print! ... "
" ... I made the mistake of buying this a month before i need it when i went to use it it didn't work and now im stuck with it because the return time is over ... "
" ... I bought this printer less than a year ago and it just stopped working after a few months. ... My colleague tried too and same thing, just stopped working. ... "
Setup
55easy to use, easy, instructions, install, dymo
+84%
-16%
" ... Set up was a little vague, but once it was installed, it is soooo easy to use. ... "
" ... The software and hardware is pretty easy to install. ... "
" ... The software is very easy to use, just make sure to download the correct version of the software on their website. ... "
" ... Really easy to set up - download the latest 'Dymo Connect' software from the Dymo website and then plug this little thing in when prompted, so it can be recognized automatically - then you are ready to print. ... "
" ... Easy to install easy to dial in for my needs ... "
" ... These are wonderful, inexpensive, easily installed and trouble free units. ... "
" ... Once you download the software from the Dymo site (not just the Dymo Connect software), this thing is awesome! ... "
" ... Tech support was great - I called them to help me install it and they walked me through it. ... "
Software Platform
45dymo, label, error, download, labels
+36%
-64%
" ... Called tech support and we determined that either the software is not compatible with Windows or the machine is broken. ... "
" ... The product upon being set up never printed and was always stuck in an ‘error’ mode. ... "
" ... No software for this issue has been pushed since WINDOWS 7! ... "
" ... The new DYMO CONNECT software for this new purchase is impossible to use- very cumbersome and confusing. ... "
" ... The manufacturer seems uninterested in making the interface work. ... Pretty bad when your product will not work with one of the largest accounting software programs there is. ... "
" ... I have deleted and re download the software but i can't even access it. ... "
" ... What's more disappointing is that you can't run the dymo software until you have a printer connected so there's no way to determine label file compatibility until you plug a printer in. ... "
" ... User Interface is Useless. ... The most unfriendly user interface I have ever seen. ... "
Price
24price, waste, worth, waste of time, waste of money
+54%
-46%
" ... It's been worth the cash spent. ... "
" ... GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY . ... "
" ... It has saved me money and time. ... "
" ... So glad I was able to pick one up at Amazon for a reasonable price for home use. ... "
" ... If I could give more stars I would this is tome and money saving worth the money and so easy ... "
" ... Definitely cheaper price on Amazon than in stores. ... "
" ... I was completely satisfied except the cost was a little high. ... "
" ... Great item for a good price ... "
Marketplace
19seller, product, item, exactly, amazon
+79%
-21%
" ... Item as described, received quick, thanks ... "
" ... Product works as described! ... Would highly recommend this seller and product! ... "
" ... This one is for stamps.com postage. ... "
" ... Item as described!! ... "
" ... Definitely cheaper price on Amazon than in stores. ... "
" ... Product was exactly as described ... "
" ... The product I received was just as described. ... "
" ... seller delivered as promised ... "
Device Compatibility
19laptop, compatible, dymo, connect, software
+42%
-58%
" ... I tried it on 2 laptop and 3 iPad and still did not work. ... "
" ... Unable to load to my computer. ... "
" ... Not compatible with my macbook, and tech support wasn't very helpful. ... "
" ... does not work with windows ... "
" ... It requires a computer connection. ... "
" ... This product is not compatible with Office 365. ... "
" ... I don't like the fact that its only suitable for Mac or PC. ... "
" ... This, as one could imagine makes the device useless ... "
Apps
18import, file, download, browser, app
+28%
-72%
" ... The software will not download properly, I guess. ... "
" ... Pretty bad when your product will not work with one of the largest accounting software programs there is. ... "
" ... And, worst of all, the software cannot handle my demands. ... "
" ... This software is not intuitive and very hard to use. ... "
" ... The software is very clunky and requires a lot of windows dependencies. ... "
" ... Try to import a mailing list from a csv file. ... "
" ... Can’t get it to work because the software link doesn’t work. ... "
" ... The only issue I had was uploading the software. ... "
Fit
17label, jammed, wastes, stuck, jams
+59%
-41%
" ... Also, it was very easy to pop it open and pull the jammed stickers out. ... "
" ... Found polypropylene label that hold up better than the paper. ... "
" ... Priting quality is great, small enough to stick anywhere, even easy to open up if jammed, can take apart without tools. ... "
" ... Trying to just run one label then reuse the sheet always resulted in jams. ... "
" ... This arrived without the spool that holds the label rolls, but Amazon covered the cost of a replacement. ... "
" ... The labels are a good size and can be easily applied to various surfaces. ... "
" ... As long as you don't need to fit much on your labels, you're golden. ... "
" ... I like how it holds the roll of labels in one place and they don’t slide around on the spindle. ... "
Returns
16back, ship, returning, returned, paperweight
-100%
" ... So we send the old one back, and they ship a refurb back FEDEX GROUND. ... "
" ... It's too late to return, unfortunately. ... "
" ... Im returning this. ... "
" ... wish i could get my money back and return this thing. ... "
" ... I returned this product. ... "
" ... i would like to return this item ... "
" ... I will send back. ... "
" ... I am unable to return product and it does not work properly at all. ... "
Size
15small business, perfect, compact, labels, smaller
+100%
" ... Small but perfect! ... "
" ... Like the speed and the compact size. ... "
" ... Compact, quicker than I thought, nice little label be maker. ... "
" ... Smaller than I wanted ... "
" ... Fast, compact, just perfect. ... "
" ... The labels are a good size and can be easily applied to various surfaces. ... "
" ... Works great for my small business ... "
" ... Easy to use, very handy too have ... "
Overall performance
12efficient, works, job, well, quiet
+92%
-8%
" ... good job Dymo! ... "
" ... Fast and efficient ... "
" ... Fast and efficient. ... "
" ... Works great on win 10 pro. ... "
" ... It's fast and quiet. ... "
" ... It's a total workhorse and hasn't let me down. ... "
" ... Has made my job so much more efficient! ... "
Delivery
11item, expected, box, seller, product
+82%
-18%
" ... Came in on time. ... "
" ... Arrived as expected. ... "
" ... The product I received was just as described. ... "
" ... Item as described, received quick, thanks ... "
" ... Came as expected! ... "
" ... seller delivered as promised ... "
" ... Came on time. ... "
" ... Delivery was seamless. ... "
Ports
10usb cable, printer, computer, software, labels
+40%
-60%
" ... In the box I recieved the Labelwriter, a power cord, and a usb to printer cord. ... I plugged both cords to the machine and one into my computer, one into the power outlet. ... "
" ... Consistently jams my labels, and I’ve had to order replacement USB cable cords twice. ... "
" ... (2) USB connection was covered with a warning sticker reminding you to install software first. ... "
" ... I've uninstalled and reinstalled, replaced the USB cable, etc., to no avail. ... "
" ... Apparently, this model doesn't like 3.0 USB connections. ... "
Product As Described
8product, exactly, works, advertised
+100%
" ... It was as described. ... "
" ... Product works as described! ... "
" ... The product I received was just as described. ... "
" ... Item as described!! ... "
" ... Product was exactly as described ... "
Storage
7label maker, store, size, roll, label
+86%
-14%
" ... Large variety of label sizes. ... "
" ... There are a lot of different size labels so make sure you get the size you want. ... "
" ... I like how it holds the roll of labels in one place and they don’t slide around on the spindle. ... "
" ... Great little label maker ... "
" ... for envelopes, storage boxes, books, you name it. ... "
Capacity
6office, label, house, away, around
+100%
" ... Purchased this label maker to label things around the house. ... "
" ... We are using this in our food pantry Saint Vincent de Paul for our clients folders. ... "
" ... Comes in handy around the house as I put bins away and label them. ... "
" ... And i can use for my crafts later & Kitchen. ... "
" ... Use in my home office. ... "
Cables
6usb cable, cords, company, dymo, correct
-100%
" ... I was told the power cord that was in the box, supplied to me by the Dymo company, did not carry enough current to power the device. ... I elected not to buy the cord but instead threw the printer into the garbage and will be buying a new one from a better company. ... "
" ... I received a product that was clearly used, and the box didn’t include the cable that connects to the computer or the manual. ... "
" ... Consistently jams my labels, and I’ve had to order replacement USB cable cords twice. ... "
" ... I was hoping that I would not receive a used product, instead I did indeed the connection cords were dirty and unwrapped. ... "
User Manual
4user, use, read, easy to use
+25%
-75%
" ... The user manual tells you nothing. ... "
" ... I cannot figure out, even while studying the manual, how to get it to populate the contacts. ... "
Drivers
4driver, dymo, printer, software, label
+25%
-75%
" ... The drivers on the Dymo website are for Windows XP/Vista/7. ... "
" ... Works perfect, once you get the mass confusion out of the way of trying to download the driver that your computer needs to make this work. ... The instructions give you a website to navigate to for downloading the driver, but the link is wrong! ... It takes you to a general google page where there are like, 50 different "download the driver here" links, and all of them wanted to me to buy something! ... "
CD/DVD
3make, labels, label, cd s dvd, parents
+67%
-33%
" ... Wow what can i say what can i make a label for next LOL I have copied all of my Parents Missionary music onto CD's & DVD's My Children & Parents talking cutting up from cassette to CD's & DVD's home movies from 8 MM Video from the 1950's to 1980's. ... And All of my Wildlife & Nature pictures & Videos to CD & DVD i have already made over 200 CD's & DVD Labels and many more to go. ... "
Cleaning
3items, get, dirty, clean
+33%
-67%
" ... Items is dirty, missing items with ZERO software to get it up and running. ... "
" ... Upon sticker removal significant paper/glue residue was left making me waste time cleaning it up before I dared insert it into a USB socket. ... "
Build Quality
3one
-100%
" ... Only problem I have is that the top part doesn’t lock in so if I lift it everything falls out ... "
" ... Broke after 2nd use. ... "
" ... Broke this month and no one answers with the number provided ... "
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