Shipping label printer for webshops
Published 9 October 2026 · Vaivatta
<p>When parcels go out every day, the A4 sheet, scissors and tape cost time on every one. A label printer prints the shipping label straight off the roll, ready to stick.</p><p>We recommend the Zebra ZD421 and the 102 × 152 mm label roll that fits it.</p>
Why a label printer
- No ink and no ribbon. A direct thermal printer prints with heat straight onto the label.
- No cutting. The label peels off ready and goes on the parcel.
- Fast. A label comes out in seconds, also in large batches.
Check this before buying labels
Label size is not the only thing. The core (the hole in the middle of the roll) and the outer diameter decide whether the roll fits the printer. The Zebra ZD421 takes rolls of at most 127 mm diameter. Large industrial rolls on a 76 mm core do not fit it, even when the label size is right.
In your shipping service settings, choose a 10 × 15 cm (4 × 6") label if it is offered, and print straight to the printer.
Specifications
| Model | Connections | Resolution | Good when |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zebra ZD421d, USB + Bluetooth | USB, Bluetooth | 203 dpi | One computer or tablet at the packing table |
| Zebra ZD421d, Ethernet + Bluetooth | Ethernet, Bluetooth | 203 dpi | Several computers print to one printer over the network |
Frequently asked questions
Does a direct thermal printer need a ribbon?
No. A direct thermal printer darkens the heat-sensitive label directly. That is fine for shipping labels, which do not need to last for years.
Which label size suits shipping?
A common shipping label size is 102 × 152 mm, or 4 × 6 inches. Check which sizes your shipping service offers in its settings.
Why don't all 102 × 152 mm label rolls fit?
The core and outer diameter decide it. The Zebra ZD421 takes rolls up to 127 mm in diameter. Larger rolls on a 76 mm core are meant for industrial printers.
How many labels are in a pack?
A Zebra Z-Perform 1000D roll has 475 labels and a pack has 4 rolls, 1,900 labels in total.
Will the printer work with my shipping service?
Tell us which webshop platform and shipping service you use, and we check before you order.