Choose LabelFlow Pro for explicit CSV/XLS/XLSX data binding, an editable in-app dataset, per-row quantities, formulas, dynamic images, 23 code types and both thermal and sheet output.
Choose APLI Print Online when your job starts with an APLI product reference and you want a browser-based route to designing labels, cards and other APLI printable products.
Capability comparison
| Feature | LabelFlow Pro | APLI Print Online |
|---|---|---|
| Setup & Access | ||
| Immediate browser access | Open in a modern browser with no desktop designer installation. | Print Online also runs in a browser without downloading software. |
| Stock-independent setup | Custom thermal sizes, configurable sheet grids and reusable workflow templates. | Search for an APLI product reference and design on its matching layout. |
| Data & Automation | ||
| Direct spreadsheet workflow | CSV, XLS and XLSX import with column binding and in-app data editing. | APLI Master supports Word, Excel and Access; Print Online is positioned around product-based browser design. |
| Per-row copy automation | A QTY, Boxes, Pack or similar field controls the number of labels generated for each record. | Public documentation centers on product-reference design and printing. |
| Formula-driven content | Combine multiple fields, perform arithmetic and generate pack, carton or copy counters. | Product-reference design tools for APLI printable products. |
| Barcode and 2D code breadth | 23 code types generated from fixed or data-bound values. | Available tools vary by the selected APLI product and editor workflow. |
| Printing & Fit | ||
| Broad printer and format support | Stock-independent thermal labels and configurable A4/Letter sheet layouts. | APLI labels, cards, mailing products, CD/DVD labels and business cards. |
| Operational batch control | Transparent, data-driven production controls across stock and printer types. | Direct alignment with the APLI printable-products catalogue. |
Where each product is stronger
LabelFlow Pro advantage
Repeatable batches that need spreadsheet binding, different copy counts per record, formulas, dynamic images, advanced codes or thermal printing.
APLI advantage
A straightforward browser experience for designing against known APLI references across labels, cards and other printable products.