In the world of retail, speed and accuracy at checkout are key to customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. While hardware and software upgrades often take center stage, the type of receipt paper used can also significantly impact your checkout experience.
Why Receipt Paper Matters
Whether you're running a bustling grocery store, a boutique, or a gas station, the right receipt paper can reduce printer jams, improve print clarity, and speed up customer transactions. Inconsistent or incompatible paper can lead to delays, increased maintenance, and frustrated staff and customers.
Types of Receipt Paper and Their Uses
1. Thermal Paper Rolls
Thermal paper is coated with heat-sensitive chemicals, eliminating the need for ink or toner. It's ideal for fast, high-volume printing in POS systems and card terminals.
Best for: POS systems, retail checkout, restaurants
Popular choice: MilaMima 3 1/8" x 225' Thermal Paper – Compatible with Epson, Star Micronics, Bixolon, Square, and more.
2. Smaller Thermal Rolls for Credit/Debit Machines
Smaller terminals need compact rolls that fit specific machines like Verifone or Moneris.
Popular choice: MilaMima 2 1/4" x 60' – Ideal for Clover, Square, TD, and Elavon terminals.
3. Gas Pump Receipt Paper
Longer rolls mean fewer changes and reduced downtime at the pump.
Popular choice: MilaMima 2 5/16" x 400' – Perfect for Dresser Wayne and Speedpass systems.
4. 1-Ply Bond Paper
Used in environments where a non-thermal printer is needed—like kitchens or adding machines.
Popular choice: MilaMima 2 1/4" x 150' 1-Ply Bond Paper – BPA-free, compatible with calculators and kitchen printers.
How to Choose the Right Roll
- Measure Your Printer Tray: Match roll width, diameter, and core size.
- Know Your Printer Type: Thermal vs. impact.
- Consider Your Business Needs: High-traffic vs. occasional use.
- Go BPA-Free: Safer for customers and employees.
Why Retailers Choose MilaMima
MilaMima provides Canadian-stocked, BPA-free receipt paper rolls that are compatible with all major POS and terminal brands. With fast local shipping and trusted quality, we’re here to help you streamline your checkout process.
