DYMO LabelWriter 550 Turbo Label Printer
- 90 labels per minute
- 300 dpi direct thermal printing
- USB and LAN connectivity
- Automatic label recognition
- DYMO Authentic labels only, no third-party labels
- Windows and Mac OS X software
- 1.4 pounds
Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A fast direct thermal label printer for shipping and office labels that connects over USB or a network. It accepts only genuine DYMO labels, and the listing gives conflicting label sizes.
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ASIN: B0BKKWX62FModel: LabelWriter 550 TurboCategory: Label Printers
Overview
An RFID label recognition system and a direct thermal print head work together in this DYMO LabelWriter 550 Turbo, which reads label size, type and remaining count at a glance. It needs no ink or toner and runs over USB or LAN.
High print speed and LAN sharing suit a shipping desk where several people print. The limit is lock-in: only DYMO Authentic labels work, and DYMO 450 labels cannot be reused.
Who it's for
Small shops and offices printing address and shipping labels at volume, and sharing the printer over a network, are the audience. Anyone with a stock of third-party labels, or who wants a pocket label maker, should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Very fast label printing
- USB and LAN connectivity
- Automatic label recognition
- No ink or toner needed
- Only DYMO Authentic labels work
- Label size entries conflict
- Older DYMO 450 labels not supported
Performance notes
Direct thermal printing uses heat on the label itself, and the resolution governs how sharp small text and barcodes look. The speed rating applies to the turbo model. Label recognition reports the size, type and number of labels left.
Specifications
| Brand | DYMO |
|---|---|
| Model | LabelWriter 550 Turbo |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.38 x 5.33 x 8.5 inches |
| Maximum Media Size | 4 x 6 inches in spec table; 2.4 inch maximum width in description |
| Item weight | 1.4 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Printer Output Type | Monochrome |
| Print speed | Up to 90 labels per minute |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Printer Connectivity Type | USB, LAN |
| Compatible Devices | Mac OS X 10.5 and later; Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Type | Limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Resolution | 300 dpi |
| Printer Type | Direct thermal |
| Print media | DYMO Authentic LabelWriter labels |
| Features | Automatic label recognition, prints barcodes, free DYMO software |
Frequently asked questions
What label sizes does the DYMO LabelWriter 550 Turbo take?
The description gives a maximum label width of 2.4 inches, while the spec table shows 4 x 6 inches. Only DYMO Authentic LabelWriter labels work, so check the label size you need against DYMO's range.
Can I use third-party labels in the DYMO 550 Turbo?
No. The description says the 550 series is locked down with RFID chips, so only DYMO Authentic labels work.
Do DYMO 450 labels work in the 550 Turbo?
No. The description says labels used in a LabelWriter 450 cannot be used in a 550 series printer at this time.