Short answer: Use a label when the info should stick to the product or box. Use a tag when it can't or shouldn't stick: clothing, hanging goods, or anything where adhesive would damage the item. Both can be printed on thermal printers.
When labels win
- Boxes and shipping cartons.
- Shelf and product packaging.
- Inventory and bin labels.
When tags win
- Apparel and textiles.
- Items that hang or get attached by string or fastener.
- Surfaces where adhesive would leave residue.
Thermal tags
Tag stock is thicker and has no adhesive. Many thermal printers handle it fine. We make thermal labels and tags.
Looking for thermal labels & tags? See the product line or call 866-728-1525.