TSC MH261 vs Zebra ZT610
Side-by-side comparison of barcode printers specs, hardware, and features to help you pick the right one for your use case.
6-inch wide industrial printer, ideal for wide logistics labels and large-area manufacturing labels.
ZT600 series flagship 4-inch industrial printer with all-metal chassis and 4.3-inch color touchscreen, built for high-volume 24/7 printing. Up to 14 ips print speed with multiple resolution options for demanding manufacturing and logistics environments.
Which one should you pick?
Both TSC MH261 and Zebra ZT610 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 ZT610 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 ZT610 |
|---|---|---|
| Print Method | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer | Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer |
| Resolution | 203 dpi (8 dots/mm) | 8 dots/mm |
| Print Speed | 305 mm/s (12 ips) | 14 ips / 12 ips / 6 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: 1,854 mm (73"); 600 dpi: 991 mm (39") |
| CPU | High performance 32-bit RISC | — |
| Memory | 256 MB SDRAM / 512 MB Flash (microSD expandable to 32 GB) | 2 GB Flash / 1 GB RAM |
| Sensors | Gap | Transmissive and reflective media sensors (adjustable position), ribbon sensor, print head open sensor, print head temperature sensor |
| Media Types | Continuous paper / die cut labels / black mark (bottom only) / folded / notched | Continuous, punched, indented, black mark, folded, thermal/thermal transfer labels, wristbands |
| Media Width | Max 172.7 mm (6.8") | 20–114 mm (0.79–4.5") |
| Media Roll OD | Max 203.2 mm (8") | Max 203 mm (8.0") |
| Media Core | 38.1 / 76.2 mm (1.5" / 3") | 76 mm (3.0") inner diameter |
| Ribbon Length | Max 450 m | Maximum 450 m (1,476') |
| Ribbon Width | 50.8 – 178 mm (2" – 7") | 51–110 mm (2.0–4.33") |
| Interface | Parallel | USB 2.0, RS-232 Serial, 10/100 Ethernet, USB Host x2, Bluetooth 4.0 standard; optional Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)/BT 5.3 or Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)/BT 4.2, parallel port, application connector |
| Programming Language | TSPL-EZD | ZPL、ZPL II、XML、EPL2、ZBI 2.0、Virtual Devices |
| Display | 4.3" color LCD + buttons | 4.3" color touch screen |
| Construction | Die-cast metal printing mechanism, transparent viewing window | Full metal die-cast body |
| Dimensions | 357 (W) × 313 (H) × 514 (D) mm | — |
| Weight | 17.8 kg (39.24 lbs) | 22.7 kg (50 lb) |
| Certification | — | ENERGY STAR |
Differences highlighted. Data source: JUNJI product catalog (21 spec rows compared).