Honeywell PC42t vs Zebra ZD421
Side-by-side comparison of barcode printers specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
Affordable 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printer, supports multiple label language emulations, ideal for low to medium volume printing.
Zebra's next-generation desktop printer with built-in Print DNA smart software suite, multiple connectivity options, easy operation and enhanced security.
Which one should you pick?
Both Honeywell PC42t and Zebra ZD421 are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. Honeywell PC42t suits users who prioritize premium durability and industry certifications. Zebra ZD421 is a better fit for large-scale deployments needing vendor parity. Request a quote and we'll match you to the exact configuration for your workflow.
Full spec comparison
| Specification | Honeywell PC42t | Zebra ZD421 |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | 熱感式 / 熱轉印 (Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer) | 熱感式 / 熱轉印 (Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer) |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) 或 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | 最高 101.6 mm/s (4 ips) | 203 dpi: 最高 152 mm/s (6 ips); 300 dpi: 最高 102 mm/s (4 ips) |
| Print Width | 最大 104.1 mm (4.1") | 203 dpi: 104 mm (4.09"); 300 dpi: 108 mm (4.27") |
| Memory | 64 MB DRAM / 64 MB Flash | 256 MB SDRAM / 512 MB Flash |
| Sensors | 間距（Gap）感應器 + 黑標感應器 + 印字頭開啟感應器 | 多點位穿透式 + 全寬反射式 + 印字頭開啟感應器 |
| Media Types | 捲筒或折頁：標籤 / 吊牌 / 連續 / 模切（熱感或熱轉印） | 捲筒或折頁：標籤（模切或連續，熱感或熱轉印）/ 吊牌 / 收據紙（連續，熱感）/ 腕帶 |
| Media Width | 25.4 – 110 mm (1 – 4.3") | ZD421t: 15 – 112 mm (0.585 – 4.41"); ZD421c: 15 – 118 mm (0.585 – 4.65"); ZD421d: 15 – 108 mm (0.585 – 4.25") |
| Media Roll OD | 最大 127 mm (5") | 最大 127 mm (5") |
| Media Core | 25.4 mm (1") | 標準 12.7 / 25 mm (0.5" / 1")；選配轉接 38.1 / 50.8 / 76 mm (1.5" / 2" / 3") |
| Ribbon Length | 最長 300 m (984 ft) | Roll: 300 m 或 74 m；Cartridge: 74 m |
| Ribbon Width | 最大 109.2 mm (4.3") | Roll: 33.8 – 109.2 mm (1.33" – 4.3"); Cartridge: 109.2 mm (4.3") |
| Ribbon Core | 12.7 / 25.4 mm (0.5" / 1")，支援雙軸心切換 | — |
| Interface | 標配 USB 2.0 + USB Host；選配 RS-232 Serial 或 Serial + Ethernet | 標配 USB 2.0 + USB Host + Bluetooth LE；選配 10/100 Ethernet + RS-232 Serial + Wi-Fi 802.11ac + Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Programming Language | Direct Protocol (DP) / ESim (EPL) / ZSim (ZPL II) / DPL | ZPL II / EPL2 / Link-OS |
| Power | 外接變壓器 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz，輸出 24 VDC 2.5 A | 外接變壓器 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz，輸出 24 VDC 2.5A |
| Weight | 2.5 kg (5.5 lbs) | 熱轉印: 2.05 kg；熱感: 1.35 kg；碳帶匣: 2.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 297 × 226 × 177 mm (11.7 × 8.9 × 7.0") | 熱轉印: 267 × 202 × 189 mm；熱感: 220.8 × 177.5 × 150.7 mm；碳帶匣: 254 × 202 × 177 mm |
| Max Print Length | — | 991 mm (39") |
| Certification | — | ENERGY STAR，符合 Energy Efficiency Level VI |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (20 spec rows compared).