⁦Compare Xprinter Thermal Printer Xprinter XP-Q838L vs Thermal Printer Xprinter Xp-C260M⁩

Q: What are the main differences between Xprinter XP-Q838L and Xp-C260M?

The main differences are that Xp-C260M offers USB + LAN connectivity, OPOS support, error alerts, and QR Code printing, while XP-Q838L provides wider operating system support.

Q: Which is cheaper: Thermal Printer Xprinter XP-Q838L or Thermal Printer Xprinter Xp-C260M?

Based on current prices, Thermal Printer Xprinter XP-Q838L is the cheaper option. It costs 45 USD versus 60 USD for Thermal Printer Xprinter Xp-C260M. The price difference is 15 USD, about 25% less. Prices are live and subject to change.

Q: Which one is more suitable based on actual usage?

XP-Q838L may suit users needing support for Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android, while Xp-C260M suits users who need LAN connectivity and additional functions such as OPOS and error alerts.

Q: What are the key shared specifications?

Both models use Direct Thermal technology, support 79.5±0.5 mm media width, ESC/POS, 128 KB input memory, and 256 KB NV Flash memory.

Q: Do both models support QR Code printing?

Based on the provided data, Xp-C260M supports QR Code printing, while XP-Q838L has QR Code printing support set to 0.

Q: Are these products available in Syria?

Yes — both products are available at EvoLink in Damascus, with shipping to all Syrian governorates. Address: Syria, Damascus, Halbouni, Musalam Barudi street, Building 1020, 1st floor. Contact: +963 96 44 007 44.

A full comparison of Xprinter printers on price, سرعة الطباعة, Column Capacity, Character Set, Power Adapter Input, and technical specs.

Wider OS Compatibility

⁦Thermal Printer Xprinter XP-Q838L⁩

Best Price

An 80 mm direct thermal receipt printer with a 72 mm print width, USB connectivity, support for Windows, Linux…

$45.00

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Best Overall

⁦Thermal Printer Xprinter Xp-C260M⁩

Broader Connectivity Best Value

A direct thermal kitchen receipt printer for 79.5 mm media with a 72 mm print width, USB and LAN connectivity,…

$60.00

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Specification	⁦Thermal Printer Xprinter XP-Q838L⁩	⁦Thermal Printer Xprinter Xp-C260M⁩
Price	$45.00	$60.00
Printer Specifications
تقنية الطباعة	Direct Thermal	Direct Thermal
Media Handling
Media Width	⁦79.5±0.5 mm⁩	⁦79.5±0.5 mm⁩
Maximum Paper Roll Diameter	⁦80 mm⁩	—
Paper Type	Thermal Receipt Paper	Thermal Receipt Paper
Print Width	⁦72 mm⁩	⁦72 mm⁩
Printer Emulation	ESC/POS	ESC/POS
سرعة الطباعة	⁦230/260/300 mm/s⁩	⁦260 / 300 mm/s⁩
Input Buffer	⁦128 KB⁩	⁦128 KB⁩
Printing
Column Capacity	⁦576 or 512 dots/line⁩	⁦576 dots/line⁩
Line Spacing	⁦3.75 mm⁩	⁦3.75 mm⁩
Adjustable Line Spacing	Yes	Yes
Column Number	⁦Font A: 42/48, Font B: 56/64, Chinese: 21/24⁩	⁦Font A: 42/48, Font B: 56/64, Chinese: 21/24⁩
Memory
NV Flash Memory	⁦256 KB⁩	⁦256 KB⁩
Fonts
Font A Size	⁦1.5 × 3.0 mm (12 × 24 dots)⁩	⁦1.5 × 3.0 mm (12 × 24 dots)⁩
Font B Size	⁦1.1 × 2.1 mm (9 × 17 dots)⁩	⁦1.1 × 2.1 mm (9 × 17 dots)⁩
Chinese Font Size	⁦3.0 × 3.0 mm (24 × 24 dots)⁩	⁦3.0 × 3.0 mm (24 × 24 dots)⁩
Character Set	⁦PC437, Katakana, PC850, PC860, PC863, PC865, West Europe, Greek, Hebrew, East Europe, Iran, WPC1252, PC866, PC852, PC858, IranII, Latvian, Arabic, PT151 (1251)⁩	⁦PC347, Katakana, PC850, PC860, PC863, PC865, West Europe, Greek, Hebrew, East Europe, Iran, WPC1252, PC866, PC852, PC858, Iran II, Latvian, Arabic, PT151 (1251)⁩
Barcode Support
Supported 1D Barcodes	⁦UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN13, EAN8, CODE39, ITF, CODABAR, CODE93, CODE128⁩	⁦UPC-A, UPC-E, EAN13, EAN8, CODE39, ITF, CODABAR, CODE93, CODE128⁩
Supported 2D Barcodes	⁦QR Code, PDF417⁩	⁦QR Code, PDF417⁩
Power
Power Adapter Input	⁦AC 100–240V, 50–60Hz⁩	⁦AC 100–240 V, 50–60 Hz⁩
Power Adapter Output	⁦DC 24V / 2.5A⁩	⁦DC 24V / 2.5A⁩
Printer Input	⁦DC 24V / 2.5A⁩	⁦DC 24V / 2.5A⁩
Cash Drawer Output	⁦DC 24V / 1A⁩	⁦DC 24V / 1A⁩
Physical
Dimensions	⁦193.76 × 144.23 × 133 mm⁩	⁦192 × 140 × 140 mm⁩
Weight	⁦1 kg⁩	⁦1.1 kg⁩
Environment
Operating Temperature	⁦0–45 °C⁩	⁦0–45 °C⁩
Operating Humidity	10–80 %	10–80 %
Storage Temperature	⁦-10–60 °C⁩	⁦-10–60 °C⁩
Storage Humidity	10–90 %	10–90 %
Reliability
Auto Cutter	Partial Cut	Partial Cut
Cutter Life	⁦1500000 cuts⁩	⁦1500000 cuts⁩
Printhead Life	⁦150 km⁩	⁦150 km⁩
Connectivity
Supported OS	Windows, Linux, macOS, Android	Windows
Interface	USB	USB + LAN
Certifications
Certifications	CCC, CB, CE, FCC, RoHS	CCC, CB, CE, FCC, RoHS
Software
OPOS Support	—	Yes
Features
Error Alarm Support	—	Yes
QR Code Printing	—	Yes

Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?

Choose فواتير حرارية Xprinter XP-Q838L if you need:

Support for multiple operating systems including Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android.
A thermal printer with USB connectivity, ESC/POS support, and 79.5±0.5 mm media width.

Choose فواتير مطابخ Xprinter Xp C260M if you need:

USB + LAN connectivity instead of USB only.
Confirmed OPOS support, error alerts, and QR Code printing.
Additional integration options for network-based systems and workflows.

Xprinter Xp C260M is the best overall choice because of its additional connectivity and functional features. The right choice depends on usage; XP-Q838L may suit users who need broader operating system support.

What Is the Difference Between Thermal Printer Xprinter XP-Q838L - 80mm and Thermal Printer Xprinter Xp-C260M?

Both products are Direct Thermal printers with 79.5±0.5 mm media width, ESC/POS support, 128 KB input memory, and 256 KB NV Flash. They also share supported barcode formats and several printing specifications.

Xp-C260M stands out with USB + LAN connectivity compared with USB only on XP-Q838L. It also adds OPOS support, error alerts, and QR Code printing. On the other hand, XP-Q838L supports a wider range of operating systems including Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android, while Xp-C260M lists Windows support.

XP-Q838L may suit users who need broader OS compatibility, while Xp-C260M is better for users who need network connectivity and additional confirmed functions.