BarTender
7.2#1 in label and artwork management softwareFrom $199 a yearAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitBarTender vs MakeZPL
What both publish
| Fact | BarTender | MakeZPL |
|---|---|---|
| Label design | It supports more than 100 linear and 2D barcode symbologies and standards, RFID encoding, and a library of more than 400 pre-built label templates. | The canvas supports text, barcodes, QR and Data Matrix codes, lines, boxes, ellipses, and images at 203, 300, or 600 dpi. |
| Purpose | BarTender creates, manages, and prints labels, barcodes, RFID tags, and other product identifiers. | MakeZPL is a browser-based visual designer for Zebra printer labels that exports printer-ready ZPL II. |
| Support | Standard Maintenance and Support includes live phone and chat support and product updates; Premium support offers 24/7/365 coverage and a guaranteed one-hour response for critical production-impacting issues. | The privacy page directs questions to an issue on the project's GitHub repository. |
BarTender plans
- Starter$199 a year
- Professional$299 a year
- Automation$575 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
MakeZPL plans
- FreeFree
Pick BarTender if…
BarTender suits businesses handling product identification and printing in settings such as manufacturing, warehousing, retail, or transportation and logistics. It may fit teams that need offline operation, varied printer support, or automation features.
Pick MakeZPL if…
It suits people designing Zebra labels in a browser, including workflows using variable data and batch output. It is also relevant when keeping label content in-browser and working offline matters.