Quick verdict
Choosing between these label makers supplies options comes down to the labels you want to make and how you want to power the machine. Both the Y813BT Portable Thermal Label Maker and Phomemo P12 connect by Bluetooth, so neither has a connectivity edge. The Y813BT is the better fit for shoppers who want a machine described as including 230 labels and who prefer a black, portable thermal label maker. The Phomemo P12 is the more specialized pick for 1/2-inch (12 mm) label tapes, with support for satin ribbon and iron-on labels plus application control for iOS and Android.
The listed prices are USD 24.28 apart. That makes the P12 the straightforward choice when its tape and ribbon capabilities match the labeling jobs you have in mind, while the Y813BT makes more sense when its included label count is the priority.
| Comparison point | Y813BT Portable Thermal Label Maker | Phomemo P12 Label Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 38.00 | USD 13.72 |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
| Label-related details | Includes 230 labels | Works with 1/2-inch (12 mm) tapes; supports satin ribbon and iron-on labels |
| Controls and power | Portable thermal label maker | Application control for iOS and Android; powered by 6 AAA batteries |
| Listed color | Black | Green |
Where each label maker wins
Choose the Y813BT Portable Thermal Label Maker for included labels. Its description specifically includes 230 labels, giving it a clearly defined starting set for home, office, small-business, or school labeling. It is also listed at 0.29 kilograms and has a stated monochrome maximum print speed of 72 ppm.
Choose the Phomemo P12 for tape and ribbon variety. The P12 is built around 12 mm label tapes and is described as working with satin ribbon and iron-on labels. Its app-based control and iOS/Android controller compatibility suit shoppers who expect to create labels from a phone or tablet.
Product notes
Y813BT Portable Thermal Label Maker
Pick the Y813BT Portable Thermal Label Maker when an included supply of 230 labels is more useful to you than specialized ribbon or iron-on formats. The portable thermal design is positioned for home office, small business, and school use, while Bluetooth connectivity supports wireless label creation. A listed weight of 0.29 kilograms may also appeal if you want a compact machine to keep near a desk, storage area, or school supplies. The black version has a stated monochrome maximum print speed of 72 ppm. Its main trade-off is the higher listed price in this comparison, and the description focuses on included labels rather than the P12's stated 12 mm tape, satin ribbon, and iron-on label options.
Phomemo P12 Label Maker
The Phomemo P12 is the stronger match for a label project that goes beyond standard tape labels. It works with 1/2-inch (12 mm) label tapes and is described as supporting satin ribbon and iron-on labels, useful details for organizing, decorating, or making fabric-applied labels. Bluetooth pairing, application control, and compatibility with iOS and Android keep editing centered on a mobile device. It also includes a built-in manual cutter and a selection of fonts, borders, and stickers. The limitation is its power setup: it requires six AAA batteries. Choose it when its listed media options and mobile controls matter more than having 230 labels included with the machine.
Final choice by use case
For a portable thermal label maker with 230 included labels, choose the Y813BT Portable Thermal Label Maker. It is the better-defined option for shoppers who want to begin with a stated label quantity and a black unit.
For 12 mm tape labels, satin ribbon labels, iron-on labels, and iOS or Android app control, choose the Phomemo P12. Its USD 13.72 listed price and media flexibility make it the clearer fit for shoppers planning varied label styles, provided that a six-AAA-battery setup works for their space.
