Brother QL-1110NWB
The QL-1110NWB is one of the best-connected printers in our catalog—USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth, plus an auto cutter—but it runs on Brother DK rolls. Choose it for a shared office printer that also makes address and file labels, not as the cheapest way to print 4x6 shipping labels.
Wireless wide-format QL model (USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet, Bluetooth).
Buy if / skip if
Buy it if
- You want one printer for shipping, address and office labels with an auto cutter.
- Several devices need to print over Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
- You prefer drop-in DK cartridges over loose rolls.
Skip it if
- You want generic fanfold 4x6 labels.
- You print mostly on a Chromebook.
- Label cost per shipment is your main concern.
Pros and cons
What stands out
- USB, Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Bluetooth
- 300 dpi and auto cutter
- Brother iPrint&Label app for iOS and Android
- 2-year limited warranty
Drawbacks
- Brother DK rolls only
- Brother's product page lists outdated OS versions
- Heavier and deeper than external-feed 4x6 printers
Specifications
From the sources listed at the end of this review. Speeds are manufacturer claims; “not stated” means the maker doesn’t publish it in the documents we read.
| Print method | Direct thermal |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 300 dpi |
| Max print width | 4 in |
| Media width | Up to 4.09 in (Brother DK rolls) |
| Speed (manufacturer claim) | Up to 69 standard address labels/min, black text at 300 dpi — manufacturer claim |
| USB | USB and USB host |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 2.1+EDR |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11b/g/n |
| Ethernet | Yes |
| AirPrint | Referenced by Brother |
| Printing software / protocols | Brother drivers and P-touch Editor; Brother iPrint&Label app |
| Label sensing | Brother DK roll system |
| Label formats | Brother DK die-cut and continuous rolls |
| Where labels sit | Internal DK cartridge |
| Core size | Brother DK format |
| Max roll diameter | Brother DK format |
| Label restrictions | Brother DK rolls (e.g., DK-1241 4×6 in, DK-1247 4.07×6.4 in) |
| Included | Software, USB cable, AC adapter, DK-1247 and DK-2205 starter rolls |
| Dimensions | 6.7 × 8.7 × 5.9 in |
| Weight | 3.9 lb |
| Power | 120 V AC, 60 Hz |
| Warranty | 2-year limited |
| Maintenance notes | Auto cutter; DK cartridges load as a unit. |
Compatibility
Statuses reflect the manufacturer documents listed below. Unknown means not documented—not “probably works.” Printing a downloaded PDF and native app support are separate questions.
| Windows | ConfirmedBrother lists Windows drivers; the product page lists older versions—check Brother support for Windows 11. |
|---|---|
| macOS | ConfirmedBrother lists macOS support; the product page names older versions—check Brother support for current macOS. |
| ChromeOS | UnknownNot listed on the product page. |
| iPhone / iPad | ConfirmedBrother iPrint&Label app; Brother also references AirPrint. |
| Android | ConfirmedBrother iPrint&Label app. |
| Generic / third-party labels | Not supportedTakes Brother DK rolls; third-party DK-format refills exist but generic 4x6 fanfold stacks do not fit the DK system. |
Analysis
Which DK roll for shipping?
Brother makes two large shipping rolls for this printer: DK-1241 (4 × 6 in, 200 labels) and DK-1247 (4.07 × 6.4 in, 180 labels). Most carrier and marketplace labels are 4x6 PDFs, so DK-1241 is the natural match; DK-1247 is slightly larger than a standard 4x6 label. See our Brother DK compatibility page.
Compatibility notes and common mistakes
Brother publishes current drivers on its support site; the product page lists older Windows and macOS versions, so confirm your OS there before buying.
- Buying generic 4x6 fanfold labels for a DK printer.
- Choosing DK-1247 when your platform only outputs exact 4x6 PDFs.
Alternatives
DYMO LabelWriter 5XL
Another proprietary-label 4-inch printer, with Ethernet but no wireless.
DYMO LabelWriter 5XL vs Brother QL-1110NWB: Two Brand-Label Printers Compared · Compare these side by side
FAQ
- Does the QL-1110NWB use ink?
- No. It is a direct thermal printer; DK labels are heat-sensitive.
Final recommendation
A versatile, well-connected office label printer; for pure shipping volume, a generic-label printer is cheaper to feed.
Sources
Read and checked on September 27, 2026. We cite manufacturer documents first; third-party hosts are labeled.
- Brother QL-1110NWB product page (Brother USA, manufacturer product page; checked September 27, 2026) — Page lists older OS versions; current drivers are on Brother support.
- Brother DK-1241 product page (Brother USA, manufacturer product page; checked September 27, 2026)
- Brother DK-1247 product page (Brother USA, manufacturer product page; checked September 27, 2026)