Honeywell PC43t 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.
Advanced 4-inch desktop thermal transfer printer, supports 0.5-inch and 1-inch ribbon cores, LCD touchscreen operation.
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 PC43t and Zebra ZD421 are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. Honeywell PC43t 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 PC43t | 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) 或 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) 或 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | 203 dpi: 最高 203 mm/s (8 ips); 300 dpi: 最高 152 mm/s (6 ips) | 203 dpi: 最高 152 mm/s (6 ips); 300 dpi: 最高 102 mm/s (4 ips) |
| Print Width | 203 dpi: 最大 104 mm (4.1"); 300 dpi: 最大 106 mm (4.2") | 203 dpi: 104 mm (4.09"); 300 dpi: 108 mm (4.27") |
| Memory | 128 MB RAM / 128 MB Flash | 256 MB SDRAM / 512 MB Flash |
| Sensors | 反射式（黑標）+ 穿透式（間距）+ 印字頭開啟 + 碳帶感應器 | 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 / 模切 / 連續 / 黑標（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 | 最大 118 mm (4.65") | 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 | 38 / 40 / 76 mm (1.5" / 1.57" / 3") | 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 110 mm (4.33") | 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") | — |
| Interface | 標配 USB 2.0 + USB Host；選配 10/100 Ethernet + RS-232 Serial + 平行埠 + Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n + Bluetooth 2.1 | 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) / Fingerprint / IPL / DSim (DPL) / ESim (EPL) / ZSim2 (ZPL II) | ZPL II / EPL2 / Link-OS |
| Display | 圖示 LED 介面或選配彩色 LCD（支援 10 國語言選單） | — |
| Power | 外接變壓器 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz | 外接變壓器 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz，輸出 24 VDC 2.5A |
| Weight | 2.7 kg (5.9 lbs) | 熱轉印: 2.05 kg；熱感: 1.35 kg；碳帶匣: 2.3 kg |
| Dimensions | 281 × 227 × 182 mm (11.1 × 8.9 × 7.2") | 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 (21 spec rows compared).