Entry-level 4-inch industrial Zebra at 8 ips — the bridge between desktop and full industrial throughput.
Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."
The entry-level industrial Zebra most small operations actually need. The ZT231 prints 4-inch labels at 8 ips, weighs 23 pounds, and costs around $1,200 — half the ZT411 and three times faster than a desktop ZD621. Color touchscreen, Bluetooth 4.2, USB, and Ethernet standard. Honest regret: at 8 ips it's slower than the mid-range ZT411, so growth into 5,000+ labels-per-day volumes will outrun it within 2 years.
Small-office shipping rooms, regional distributors, and growing 3PLs use it as the bridge between desktop printers and full industrial throughput.
| Print technology | Label/Receipt |
|---|---|
| Print speed (mono) | Up to 8 pages per minute |
| Print speed (color) | Up to 0 pages per minute |
| Duplex printing | Single-sided (Simplex) |
| Print resolution | Up to 300 × 300 dpi |
| Copy & Scan | |
| Capability | Monochrome Label/Receipt |
| Duplex copy / scan | Single-sided (Simplex) |
| Scanner type | |
| Scan resolution (optical) | Up to 300 × 300 dpi |
| Scan destinations | |
| Paper | |
| Paper capacity | 0 sheets |
| Paper size | |
| Recommended monthly volume | 10000 pages |
| Max monthly duty cycle | |
| Connectivity | |
| Display | 4.3 inches |
| Physical & power | |
| Form factor | Label |
| Usage class | Small Office |
| Manufacturer | Zebra |
| Model | |
Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.
Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.
ZT231 Industrial 4-inch Wide Standard in original Zebra packaging. Label form factor, roughly 17 x 9.5 x 11 inches
Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.
Zebra quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.
Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.
Need replacement toner or parts for your Zebra ? We supply certified genuine OEM consumables to keep your machine printing at peak performance and ensure your manufacturer warranty remains fully protected.
Whether you require standard-yield cartridges for light printing, high-yield options for a lower cost-per-page, or replacement drum units, we carry the full lineup of compatible supplies for this model.
If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.
Standard-Capacity Toner
Standard OEM toner cartridge, best for offices with lower monthly print volumes.
High-Capacity Toner BEST VALUE
High-yield OEM toner cartridge, delivering a lower cost-per-page for active offices.
Drum Unit / Maintenance Kit
OEM-certified replacement components to restore original print quality and reliability.
If this model isn't quite right, here are the printers most often compared. Faster, color-capable, or floor-standing commercial options for higher volume.
Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.
The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.
Request a free, no-obligation quote on the ZT231 Industrial 4-inch Wide Standard. Lease, buy outright, or just order supplies. Quote in your inbox within one business day. Or call and talk to a specialist right now.
