Which ID Card Printer is Right for You?
- Summer McKee
- Feb 11
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 20
Have you ever found yourself googling, "How to choose the right ID Card Printer"? With an overwhelming list of options available, choosing the right printer can feel like a daunting challenge and a painful experience. Thankfully, I work in an office with printer experts here at IRIS; let me share what I learned with you so that you can find your perfect printer solution!
The first thing that you need to consider is whether you will be printing technology or non-technology cards (learn the difference here).
Direct-to-card printers will be most suitable for printing on non-technology cards. These printers yield high-print quality for a reasonable price.
Retransfer printers are best for printing on technology cards, as they are equipped with edge-to-edge printing.
Dots-per-inch should be considered when purchasing a printer. It effects the overall image and text quality of the card produced. The higher the DPI the higher the quality/resolution.
If you anticipate that your designs will include a lot of information, small text, or higher-detailed images, you may want to consider an option with a higher dpi rate.
The IRIS Companies sell printers at 300 and 600 dpi.
Sometimes its best to stick to the tried and true. The IRIS Companies' has been in the ID Industry for 40+ years. Here are a few of our recommended best sellers:
IDP Smart-51
Dye sublimation
Single or dual-sided
300 dpi
USB with Ethernet option
High-quality imaging
SwiftproK30
Dye sublimation
Single or dual-sided
300 dpi
USB and Ethernet option
Edge-to-edge printing
Entrust Sigma DS2
Dye sublimation
Single or dual-sided
300 dpi
USB and Ethernet
Interactive dashboard
IRIS is a distributor of all major identification brands. Well-known and trusted, you may want to choose a printer based on a brand you're familiar with. Click the logos below to explore each brand!
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