The 10 Best Label Dispensers

If you're looking for a unit for only casual use, this Tatco Manual (appx. $28) may be a strong addition to your office tools, since it isn't too big or too costly. Use it with smaller rolls or try it with the included adapters for those that have 3-inch cores.

The Clearform Acrylic (about $47) was made specifically for rolls of medication stickers, and it does its job well, as it can accommodate 24 of these comfortably. And because it has suction cup feet, it won't slide all over your workspace.

True, you don't have an array of options with the ChromaLabel Standard (around $56) kit, since the included boxes only dole out dots, but they're effortless to use and great for organizational tasks. You'll get seven colors in each order, for a total of 7,000 stickers.

Not all have the budget for this Dispensa-Matic U-45 (appx. $594), but for those who do, the efficient peeling edge that leads to a smooth operation may be worth the cost. Not only that, but it can do what many others of its kind can't, which is work with transparent tags.

You've got alternatives with the Take-a-Label Manual (about $45), since it was made to be used on your desk or mounted to a vertical surface. Plus, it doesn't require tons of thinking or effort to refill, which might cut down on your daily hassles.

This Tach-It Applicator Machine (about $485) seems to do just about everything but serve you a cup of coffee while you're using it. It relies on a photo sensor for label size adjustments, which saves you trouble, and it has a handy rewind system for the liner waste.

You won't find a lot of fancy schmancy add-ons with the Tape Logic Wall Mount (appx. $139), but if you want a straightforward operation and no batteries that have to be changed, it is a fine choice. It'll save on precious counter space, too.

Got several rolls that need dispensing? Then you might find the Start International Multi (about $86) to be perfect, thanks to its ability to corral as many cylinders as you can fit into its 12-inch width. The included dividers keep everything operating smoothly.

Stick the Aviditi Metal (about $80) up on your wall and you'll have plenty of labels within your reach, as it has a 12.5-inch width that accepts rolls of up to 7 inches in diameter. You should expect it to last for a long time, because it is crafted to be sturdy.

The US Solid Automatic (appx. $165) is simple enough to use and handy in all kinds of settings, from pharmaceuticals to food preparation, due to a plethora of features. Perhaps the best of these is its adjustable speed regulation, which puts plenty of control in your hands.