The best FedEx label printer is a 4×6 direct thermal printer. It needs no ink and prints a sharp barcode. The simplest setup is Rollo Ship plus a Rollo printer: connect your own FedEx account, then print. FedEx Ship Manager desktop software takes extra setup.
A FedEx label printer should print 4×6 labels with a clear barcode. Thermal printers do that with heat, not ink. You can print FedEx® labels from Rollo Ship or FedEx Ship Manager.
- 4×6 direct thermal labels work best.
- No ink, toner or cartridges.
- Print from Rollo Ship or FedEx Ship Manager.
- FedEx® runs on your own FedEx account.
- FedEx® on your own account, US and Canada.
- Print to any compatible printer.
- Rate comparison by best value, price or speed.
- Grouped orders: buy and print labels in one go.
- Web, iOS and Android apps, with no paid plans.
Why use a thermal printer for FedEx labels?
Thermal printers use heat, so there's no ink or toner to buy. They print fast and keep barcodes sharp. Sharp barcodes help FedEx scan each package. Inkjet and laser printers work, but cost more per label over time.
- No ink: direct thermal labels darken with heat.
- Speed: Rollo printers print about one label per second.
- Clear barcodes: no smudges or faded toner.
Which Rollo printer works for FedEx labels?
Both Rollo printers print 4×6 FedEx® labels. The Rollo Wireless Printer (X1040) prints over Wi-Fi. The Rollo USB Printer (X1038) connects by cable. Each prints up to 325,000 feet of labels without ink, about 650,000 labels.
- Wi-Fi and AirPrint certified.
- Mac, Windows, Chromebook and Linux.
- iPhone, iPad and Android.
- Detects labels automatically.
- 203 dpi; labels 1.57″ to 4.1″ wide.
- USB connection for desktop setups.
- 150 mm/s print speed.
- Windows (XP or later) and Mac (10.9 or later).
- Driver required.
- 203 dpi; same label widths.
How do you print FedEx labels from Rollo Ship?
Connect your own FedEx account in Rollo Ship once. Then create the shipment and print the label. No FedEx Ship Manager setup is needed. Rollo Ship works on the web, iOS and Android.
- Sign in to Rollo Ship. Log in on the web at ship.rollo.com, or in the iOS or Android app.
- Open Connections. Go to Connections, then Shipping Carriers.
- Choose FedEx. Select Connect an Existing FedEx Account.
- Enter your account details. Add an account alias, your FedEx shipping address and your FedEx account number. The number is on your FedEx bill.
- Click Connect. FedEx® services now show next to your other carriers.
Then click Create Quick Shipment, pick a FedEx® service and print. Full guide: how to print a FedEx shipping label with Rollo Ship.
Ready to ship your first FedEx package?
Create your first shipmentFree to sign up. No paid plans or monthly fee. No credit card needed. You ship at your own FedEx® rates. Rollo Ship adds no markup.
How do you set up a Rollo printer?
Connect the printer, install what it needs and load 4×6 labels. Then print a test label. Setup takes a few steps, and the guides below cover each model.
- Connect the printer. Plug in the power. Connect the USB cable, or join the Rollo Wireless Printer to Wi-Fi.
- Install what your printer needs. The Rollo Wireless Printer needs no brand driver for AirPrint devices. The USB model needs a driver.
- Load 4×6 labels. Load direct thermal labels and press the feed button. The printer calibrates to the label.
- Print a test label. Print a test page before your first shipment.
Model guides: Rollo Wireless Printer setup and Rollo USB Printer setup.
Rollo Ship creates shipping labels. You can buy the label without a printer. Rollo Ship does not create QR or label-free drop-off codes. So print the label before you hand over the package.
Can you use a Rollo printer with FedEx Ship Manager?
Yes, with extra setup. FedEx Ship Manager desktop software needs its own printer driver and 4×6 label profile. FedEx emails an activation code after it verifies your account.
- Install FedEx Ship Manager. Download the desktop software from FedEx and activate it.
- Install the printer driver. Follow Rollo's guide to install the driver and pick the printer's port.
- Set the 4×6 label size. Update the domestic and international shipping profiles to 4×6.
- Run a test print. Print a sample FedEx label before you ship.
Step-by-step guide: FedEx Ship Manager setup for the Rollo USB Printer.
| Rollo Ship | FedEx Ship Manager (desktop) | |
|---|---|---|
| Setup | Connect your FedEx account once | Install software, driver and label profile |
| Devices | Web, iOS and Android | Windows desktop |
| Carriers | UPS®, USPS, FedEx® and more, by origin | FedEx® only |
| Printer | Any compatible printer | Supported thermal printers |
| Cost | No paid plans; label fee after 200 labels | Per your FedEx account |
How much does it cost to print FedEx labels with Rollo Ship?
You pay your own FedEx® rates plus a small label fee. Rollo Ship does not resell or discount FedEx rates. The label fee is waived on your first 200 labels. Then it is 5¢, down to 1¢ at the VIP Rewards level.
- Sign up and download the app.
- Connect your own FedEx® account.
- UPS® and USPS built in from the U.S.
- UPS® and Canada Post built in from Canada.
- Compare rates by best value, price or speed.
- Connect stores, import orders and manage inventory.
- Group orders, then buy and print labels in one go.
| Level | Fee per label (USD or CAD) |
|---|---|
| Newbie | 5¢ |
| Basic | 5¢ |
| Pro | 3¢ |
| Expert | 2¢ |
| VIP | 1¢ |
First 200 labels: no label fee, once per account. The fee also applies to FedEx® labels on your own account. See Rollo Rewards.
How do you hand over a FedEx package?
Drop it at a FedEx location, or book a pickup with FedEx. FedEx pickups can't be booked in Rollo Ship. Pickup fees follow your FedEx account terms.
Free USPS® pickups can be scheduled in Rollo Ship for shipments from the USA. UPS® pickups can be scheduled in Rollo Ship in the US and Canada; UPS sets the pickup fee (Rollo adds no markup), and it depends on the pickup date you choose. Canada Post, FedEx® and Purolator® pickups can't be booked in Rollo Ship; book them directly with the carrier.
Peak season moves FedEx cutoff dates. Check FedEx last days to ship before promising dates. Shipping from Canada? See the FedEx Canada holiday schedule.
What happens without a rate comparison workflow?
Some shippers use one carrier out of habit. They never see other prices for that box. Guessed weights can lead to carrier re-rating.
Knowing where cost leaks only helps if you act. Rollo Ship is multi-carrier shipping software that compares carrier rates in one dashboard. Create UPS®, USPS, Canada Post, FedEx® and Purolator® labels by origin. UPS® and USPS come built in from the U.S. UPS® and Canada Post come built in from Canada. FedEx® and Purolator® run on your own account.
Frequently asked questions about FedEx label printers
What label printers work with FedEx Ship Manager?
FedEx Ship Manager desktop software works with supported thermal label printers. The Rollo USB Printer (X1038) can be set up with it. Follow Rollo's FedEx Ship Manager setup guide for the driver and 4×6 settings. FedEx emails an activation code after it verifies your account.
Do I need FedEx Ship Manager to print FedEx labels?
No. Connect your own FedEx account in Rollo Ship instead. Buy the label in Rollo Ship and print the 4×6 label on any compatible printer. Rollo Ship has no paid plans or monthly fee. The label fee is waived on your first 200 labels.
Can I print my own FedEx label?
Yes. Create the label in Rollo Ship, on fedex.com or in FedEx Ship Manager. Then print it at home or in the office. A 4×6 thermal printer gives a clear, scannable barcode. Attach the label flat on the top of the box.
Can I print a FedEx label from my phone?
Yes. Rollo Ship runs on iOS and Android. Buy the FedEx label in the app. Then print it to the Rollo Wireless Printer over Wi-Fi, or another compatible printer. Rollo Ship does not create QR codes for printing at FedEx locations.
Is it cheaper to print FedEx labels at home?
Printing at home on a thermal printer means no ink or toner to buy. Rollo printers print up to 325,000 feet of labels without ink. Postage stays at your own FedEx rates in Rollo Ship. Rollo Ship does not discount FedEx rates or add a markup.
Can you print FedEx labels on a thermal printer?
Yes. FedEx labels print well on 4×6 direct thermal labels. Thermal printers use heat, not ink. Rollo printers print about one label per second. The barcode stays sharp, which helps FedEx scan every package.
Which Rollo printer should I choose for FedEx labels?
Choose the Rollo Wireless Printer (X1040) to print over Wi-Fi from computers, iPhone, iPad and Android. Choose the Rollo USB Printer (X1038) for a wired desktop setup. The USB model needs a driver. Both print 4×6 labels with no ink.
Do I need a Rollo printer to use Rollo Ship?
No. Rollo Ship works with any compatible printer, and no printer purchase is needed. Rollo printers are an optional upgrade. For further savings and optimal results, pair a Rollo printer with Rollo Ship.
Print your first FedEx label with Rollo Ship
The difference between reactive and structured shipping is one workflow change. Rollo Ship compares rates and creates labels for your carriers. Rollo Ship is rated 4.8★ on Capterra. Rollo has 500,000+ users across the US and Canada.
Connect FedEx and create your first shipment.
Create your first shipmentNo paid plans or monthly fee. Label fee waived on your first 200 labels. Then 5¢, down to 1¢ with Rollo Rewards. You ship at your own FedEx® rates. Rollo Ship adds no markup.
FedEx® services and rates depend on your own FedEx account and the route. Rollo Ship does not resell or discount FedEx rates. FedEx, FedEx Ship Manager and the FedEx logo are trademarks of Federal Express Corporation.
