Brother P-touch PT-D220 Label Maker
- Thermal label printer, monochrome output
- QWERTY keyboard with one-touch formatting keys
- 15 character display for previewing
- 30 stored label layouts
- 14 fonts, 11 styles, 99 frames, 600+ symbols
- 2 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A handheld label maker for home and office organizing, with a preview screen and stored layouts. It prints from its own keyboard, and the listing leaves out power source details.
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ASIN: B0B1L3BL1GModel: PTD220Category: Label Makers
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Overview
A thermal print head and a QWERTY keyboard make up this handheld label maker. Text is typed and previewed on a small display, then printed onto Brother Genuine TZe label tapes.
Frames, symbols and type styles give drawers, bins and cords a clear tag. The listing never states how it is powered and sends computer-based design to a different Brother model.
Who it's for
A home organizer or small office worker who needs quick labels typed on the device and printed on TZe tape. People who want designs made on a PC, bulk printing or wide labels should look at a connected model.
Pros and cons
- QWERTY keyboard for fast typing
- Preview before printing
- Stored layouts for repeat labels
- Many fonts, frames and symbols
- Power source not listed
- Narrow tape width only
- Listing mixes in printer-style specs
- PC design tied to another model
Performance notes
Thermal printing needs no ink, and the tape cassette carries the color of the text and background. Label quality depends on the print resolution and the tape type chosen, whether laminated or waterproof. The short display shows one line of text at a time while editing.
Specifications
| Brand | Brother |
|---|---|
| Model | PTD220 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Paper size | 12 millimeters |
| Item weight | 1.1 pounds |
| Item dimensions d x W x h | 5.9 x 6.2 x 2.7 inches (D x W x H) |
| Maximum media size | 12 x 9 mm |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Printer output type | Monochrome |
| Maximum Copy Speed Black And White | 20 pages_per_minute |
| Construction & materials | |
| Frames and symbols | 99 frames, over 600 symbols |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hardware interface | USB |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Printer Connectivity Type | wired |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 2 year limited |
| Warranty Type | limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Printer type | Thermal |
| Maximum Print Resolution Black And White | 180 dpi |
| Control method | Push button, QWERTY keyboard |
| Print media | Labels, TZe tapes up to ~1/2 inch |
| Stored layouts | 30 |
| Builtin media | Label maker, black on white laminated TZe sample tape, documentation |
| Fonts | 14 fonts, 11 font styles |
| Additional Printer Functions | Print Only |
| Controller Type | iOS |
| Duplex | Simplex |
| Item Type Name | Inkjet Printer |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | compact |
| Scanner Type | Portable |
| Series Number | 220 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Multi-Purpose |
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Frequently asked questions
What size labels does the Brother PT-D220 print?
The title says TZe label tapes up to about one half inch, and the spec list shows a 12 millimeter paper size. A different Brother model is named for 18 mm tape.
How big is the Brother PT-D220?
The listing gives 5.9 inches deep, 6.2 inches wide and 2.7 inches high, at 1.1 pounds.
What is in the box with the Brother PT-D220?
The listing names the label maker, a black on white laminated TZe sample tape and documentation.
Can I design labels on a computer with the PT-D220?
The listing shows a USB interface and a PC as a compatible device, but it points to another Brother model for printing designed on a PC.