Anyone using a thermal pocket printer like the Phomemo M02 Pro quickly asks: Does it always have to be the original accessory, or are the cheap alternatives from the Far East also good enough? On platforms like AliExpress and Temu, self-adhesive thermal paper is often available at a fraction of the price. But how do the bargain rolls compare directly with the original paper from Phomemo?
We printed three different papers under identical conditions and show you where the subtle differences in print quality and handling lie.
Paper #1
This paper was purchased on Aliexpress. It is white and self-adhesive. The manufacturer is stated as Shenzhen Lexfuxin Technology Co., Ltd.
Paper #2
White sticker paper from Temu. The company Shenzhen Youfuzhimen Technology Co., Ltd. is stated as the manufacturer. The batch number is YFZM20241025. The paper is very difficult to peel off the film.
Paper #3
White sticker paper from the brand Phomemo. The manufacturer is stated as Zhuhai Quin Technology Co., Ltd.
Comparison between Paper #1, #2 and #3
Here is a comparison of the three papers.
Test files
Print settings
All images were printed with the Phomemo M02 Pro. In the print settings, the density "Thick" was selected. No other filters were selected in the app.
