TSC MH261 vs Zebra ZT411
Side-by-side comparison of barcode printers specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
TSC
MH261
6-inch wide industrial printer, ideal for wide logistics labels and large-area manufacturing labels.
Resolution
203 dpi
Print Speed
305 mm/s
Print Width
168 mm
Memory
512 MB Flash / 256 MB SDRAM
Zebra
ZT411
High-performance industrial printer, metal chassis, 24/7 non-stop high-volume printing.
Resolution
203 / 300 / 600 dpi
Print Speed
356 mm/s (14 ips)
Print Width
104 mm (4.09")
Display
4.3" color touch LCD
Which one should you pick?
Both TSC MH261 and Zebra ZT411 are proven barcode printers options sold through JUNJI as an authorized distributor. TSC MH261 suits users who prioritize cost efficiency and Taiwan-local support. Zebra ZT411 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 | TSC MH261 | Zebra ZT411 |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) / 300 dpi (12 dots/mm) / 600 dpi (24 dots/mm) |
| Print Speed | 305 mm/s (12 ips) | 14 ips / 10 ips / 4 ips |
| Print Width | 168 mm (6.61") | 104 mm (4.09") |
| Max Print Length | 14,732 mm (580") | 203 dpi: 3,988 mm (157"); 300 dpi: 1,857 mm (73"); 600 dpi: 991 mm (39") |
| CPU | High performance 32-bit RISC | ARM Cortex A7 |
| Memory | 256 MB SDRAM / 512 MB Flash (microSD expandable to 32 GB) | 256 MB RAM / 512 MB Flash (8 MB RAM + 64 MB Flash available to user) |
| Sensors | Gap | Dual media sensor: transmissive + reflective; print head element failure detection; print head automatic correction when turned on |
| Media Types | Continuous paper / die cut labels / black mark (bottom only) / folded / notched | Continuous / die-cut / notch / black mark / no release paper (optional) |
| Media Width | Max 172.7 mm (6.8") | 25.4 – 114 mm (1.00 – 4.50") tear/cutter; 25.4 – 108 mm (1.00 – 4.25") peel/rewind |
| Media Roll OD | Max 203.2 mm (8") | 203 mm (8") maximum, 3" (76 mm) spindle |
| Media Core | 38.1 / 76.2 mm (1.5" / 3") | 76 mm (3") standard; 25.4 mm (1") optional |
| Ribbon Length | Max 450 m | Max 450 m (1,476 ft) |
| Ribbon Width | 50.8 – 178 mm (2" – 7") | 51 – 110 mm (2.00 – 4.33") |
| Interface | Parallel | Standard USB 2.0 High Speed + Dual USB Host + RS-232 Serial (DB9F) + 10/100 Ethernet + Bluetooth 4.1; Optional Parallel + Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) + Bluetooth 5.3 or Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) + Bluetooth 4.2 + Applicator interface |
| Programming Language | TSPL-EZD | ZPL / ZPL II / EPL2 (203 dpi only) / XML / Link-OS |
| Display | 4.3" color LCD + buttons | 4.3" color touch LCD + dual color status LED |
| Construction | Die-cast metal printing mechanism, transparent viewing window | Metal casing with side opening design, large metal transparent observation window, gold user adjustment contacts, bi-fold door design saves 35% operating space |
| Dimensions | 357 (W) × 313 (H) × 514 (D) mm | 324 × 269 × 495 mm (H×W×D) |
| Weight | 17.8 kg (39.24 lbs) | Standard 16.33 kg (36 lb); including full roll rewind 22.09 kg (48.7 lb) |
| Certification | — | ENERGY STAR; IEC 62368, FCC Class B, CE, cTUVus, CCC, BSMI, KCC, etc. |
| Power | — | Auto switching 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, PFC compatible |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (22 spec rows compared).