When you're outfitting a checkout counter in point-of-sale retail supplies, the receipt printer is the piece that has to work every single time. These two Epson TM-T88V M244A units are the same model and both used, but they are priced differently because one includes a tested power supply and cable while the other is printer-only. The real decision is whether the lower-priced unit is worth supplying those pieces yourself.
Quick verdict
For most checkout setups, the Epson TM-T88V M244A with Power Supply Tested at $53.95 is the more convenient choice because it includes the power cord and USB cable, so you can connect it without hunting for extras. It shows scuffs and other signs of use, but all functions are tested and working. If you already have a compatible power supply and USB cable, the EPSON TM-T88V M244A No Power Supply at $34.99 gives you the same printing core for less money, but you need to accept scratches and a dent on one corner and source the missing pieces yourself.
Comparison table
| Product | Listed price | What's included | Condition notes | Price bar |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| With power supply, tested | USD 53.95 | Printer, power cord, USB cable as shown | Scuffs and other signs of use | |
| No power supply | USD 34.99 | Printer only | Scratches and one dent on a corner |
Both units share USB connectivity, the JamFree auto-cutter, Windows compatibility, and used condition.
Where each product wins
With power supply and cable
This version wins when you want a complete hookup from one purchase. The included power cord and cable remove the biggest setup obstacle, and the unit has only scuffs rather than a visible dent. It is the option to choose if your checkout station doesn't already have the cables you need.
Without power supply
The printer-only version wins on price and is a better fit when you have a spare power supply and cable sitting in a drawer. The same Epson TM-T88V M244A mechanism is there, but the cabinet shows more wear and you must bring your own power and cable.
Product notes
Epson TM-T88V M244A with power supply, tested
This is the unit to pick if you want the printer and the basic connection pieces in one purchase. It includes the power cord and USB cable shown, so a new checkout spot can be set up without a separate search for those parts. The used cabinet shows scuffs and other signs of use, but all functions are tested and in working order. The trade-off is a higher listed price than the printer-only unit, and no thermal paper or other accessories are included, so those need to be budgeted separately. If an easier setup matters more than the price difference, this ready-to-connect option is the stronger choice.
Epson TM-T88V M244A no power supply
If you already own a compatible power supply and USB cable, this printer-only unit asks for a lower listed price on the same TM-T88V M244A printing platform. It has been tested and is in working order, but the exterior has visible scratches and one dent on a corner, so cosmetic condition is rougher than the more expensive unit. You receive the printer only, no power cord and no USB cable, which means those parts are on you before setup can begin. That makes this a sensible option when your checkout area already has the missing pieces and you are willing to tolerate more wear in exchange for the lower upfront cost.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Epson TM-T88V M244A with Power Supply Tested when building a checkout station from scratch or when you don't want to track down a compatible power cord and cable. Choose the EPSON TM-T88V M244A No Power Supply when those pieces are already available and the lower listed price matters more than a dent on a corner. Both are used thermal receipt printers from the same model line with JamFree auto-cutters, so the practical question is how much setup you are willing to take on for the price difference.
