Zebra ZQ521, BT, Wi-Fi, 8 dots/mm (203 dpi), display
The Zebra ZQ521 is a wireless mobile label printer for on-the-go work — connect via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi directly from your handheld device, no cables needed.
About
Zebra ZQ521 – Mobile Label Printer for Work That Moves
The Zebra ZQ521 is built for situations where the printer needs to come with you: moving through a warehouse, handling deliveries, or walking the shelves in a shop. Pull it out, print the label you need, and carry on — no cables, no detours back to the office.
Two Ways to Connect Wirelessly
The ZQ521 supports both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 802.11ac. You can connect it directly to a handheld device or tie it into your existing wireless network, whichever fits the way your team works. Switching between connection methods doesn't require separate configuration for each person using it.
The Display Shows You What's Actually Happening
The LCD screen tells you the printer's status at a glance: paper running low, connection established, battery level remaining. No guesswork — you see the situation immediately and can act on it.
Technical Specifications
- Print method: Direct thermal — no ink cartridges to replace
- Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
- Max media width: 113 mm
- Max print width: 104 mm
- Max roll diameter: 57 mm
- Print speed: Up to 127 mm/s
- Connectivity: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi 802.11ac
- Display: LCD
- Sensors: Black Mark Sensor and Gap Sensor — the printer detects label edges automatically
- Battery: 3,250 mAh, included in the box
- Warranty: 24 months
- Country of origin: China
A Good Fit When
- Labels need to be printed where the goods are, not back at a desk
- Several staff members share the same printer across shifts
- You need to connect to the network without running a USB cable to each workstation
Getting Started
The ZQ521 ships with the battery included, so it's ready to go out of the box. If you need a hand getting it connected to your environment, get in touch with Vaivatta — we'll work through the setup with you and find the simplest way to get it running.