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Niimbot B1 2-Inch Thermal Label Maker: the downsides first

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#7 of 8
$$Thermal appRequired: labels are made in Niimbot's phone app over BluetoothScore 3.1/5
12%
of Amazon ratings are 1–2 stars
(checked 2026-10-10)Small sample: 1,047 ratings (blue listing). Other B1 listings have separate counts.

The Spruce's 'best features' pick at about $35: a rechargeable phone-app printer with labels up to 2 inches wide, lots of templates and very fast printing. But unlocking every design element needs a $4.99/month subscription, Amazon owners say you must use Niimbot's own labels, and print clarity and Bluetooth stability are mixed.

Subscription: Optional: $4.99 a month or $35 a year unlocks all design elements in the app (The Spruce)

Top complaints

  • Subscription needed for all features

    The Spruce says a subscription is needed to access all elements, at $4.99 a month or $35 a year, and calls this its only downside.

    Source: The Spruce best label makers
  • Must use Niimbot labels; print clarity is mixed

    Amazon's summary says label and print quality get mixed feedback: some say prints are crisp, while others mention having to use Niimbot labels and print that isn't the clearest.

    Source: Amazon.com product page (Customers say)
  • Bluetooth disconnects

    Amazon's summary says Bluetooth connectivity is mixed, with seamless connection to Android phones for some but frequent disconnections reported.

    Source: Amazon.com product page (Customers say)

What owners love

Good for
  • Wider labels for small-business stickers or bins
  • Fast printing from your phone
  • Lots of templates

Scores (tap for why)

What experts say

  • The Spruce: Best features (updated 2026-07-31). Its only listed con is the subscription needed to access all features.
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