A Free Alternative to DYMO Connect
Frustrated with DYMO Connect? OpenLabelMaker is a free, browser-based label designer that works with every DYMO LabelWriter size — no download, no account, no subscription.
Why People Switch from DYMO Connect
Common DYMO Connect Frustrations
- • Software requires download + installation (Windows/Mac only)
- • Frequent "Printer Not Connected" errors after updates
- • Doesn't work on Chromebook or Linux
- • Limited design tools — basic text and fixed templates
- • No batch/mail merge labels from spreadsheets
- • Older LabelWriter models losing software support
- • No QR code support built in
OpenLabelMaker Solves All of This
- • Works in any browser — nothing to install
- • Mac, Windows, Linux, Chromebook, iPad
- • Full design editor: fonts, images, shapes, shadows
- • Batch labels from Excel, CSV, Google Sheets
- • Built-in barcodes (Code 128, EAN, UPC) and QR codes
- • Works with any DYMO LabelWriter size
- • 100% free — no account, no subscription
Feature Comparison
| Feature | OpenLabelMaker | DYMO Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free (with printer) |
| Requires download | No | Yes |
| Works on Chromebook / Linux | ✓ | ✗ |
| Works on iPad / tablet | ✓ | ✗ |
| DYMO label sizes | 50+ sizes | DYMO only |
| Also works with Brother, Zebra, Avery | ✓ | ✗ |
| Custom fonts (158+) | ✓ | ✗ Limited |
| Barcodes (Code 128, EAN, UPC) | ✓ | ~ Basic |
| QR codes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Batch labels from Excel/CSV | ✓ | ✗ |
| Google Sheets import | ✓ | ✗ |
| Image / logo placement | ✓ | ✓ |
| Drop shadows, filters | ✓ | ✗ |
| SVG import | ✓ | ✗ |
| Export to PDF / PNG | ✓ | ~ Print only |
| Privacy — data stays local | ✓ 100% client-side | ✓ |
| Account required | No | No |
Supported DYMO LabelWriter Sizes
OpenLabelMaker supports every standard DYMO LabelWriter label — plus D1 and LetraTag tape sizes.
How to Print DYMO Labels Without DYMO Connect
1
Choose your DYMO label size
Select from 50+ DYMO LabelWriter sizes, or enter a custom size. Works with 99012, 99010, 99014, 11354, and every other DYMO label.
2
Design your label
Add text, barcodes, QR codes, images, shapes. Use 158 fonts, auto-fit text, drop shadows, and more. Import data from Excel for batch labels.
3
Print directly
Export as PDF or use the browser's print dialog. Your DYMO LabelWriter prints the exact size — no driver software conflicts.
Ready to switch?
No download. No account. Just open the editor and start designing.
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