The most comprehensive software for enterprise-level label, barcode, and RFID design and printing. It enables centralized control
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Streamline label printing with Intelligent Forms that dynamically print specific label templates based on data – all without opening a file or application. Simply link a form to many templates for fast data entry and build your forms using the Intelligent Form Builder without any coding.
Design from anywhere using the all-new, fully refreshed BarTender Designer Online. The web-based Designer simplifies collaboration with remote teams and external suppliers with the ability to design from any browser and share templates.


BarTender On-premises Enterprise Design Software Edition
BarTender Enterprise Edition is the most comprehensive software for enterprise-level label, barcode, and RFID design and printing. It enables centralized control, seamless business system integration, and secure data management.
Key Features of the Enterprise Edition
System Specifications for Installation and Operation
Special Features Exclusive to the Enterprise Edition
The Enterprise Edition stands out from other versions with advanced functions focused on security, centralized control, and business continuity (High Availability):

Datasheet : BarTender Quick Reference Guide
Datasheet : BarTender Selection Guide
Comparison features across all 4 versions of BarTender On-premises.
| Features & Specifications | Starter | Professional | Automation | Enterprise |
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| Best For | Small businesses / Single user / Excel or CSV data | Small to medium businesses / Dynamic printing / Multi-database support | Factories & Warehouses / Automated printing via APIs | Large enterprises / Centralized print & document management |
| Licensing Metric | Per User (Workstation) | Per Printer | Per Printer | Per Printer |
| User Licenses | Limited to 1 User (1 PC) | Unlimited on Network | Unlimited on Network | Unlimited on Network |
| Printer Licenses | Unlimited Printers | Based on Purchased Printers | Based on Purchased Printers | Based on Purchased Printers |
| Database Connectivity | Excel, CSV only | 20+ types (SQL, Oracle, QuickBooks, etc.) | 20+ types (SQL, Oracle, QuickBooks, etc.) | Comprehensive enterprise ERP databases |
| Data-Entry Forms | Not Supported | Supported (Custom Forms) | Supported (Custom Forms) | Supported + Web-based Printing |
| Print Automation (Integration) | Not Supported | Not Supported | Supported (Integration Builder) | Advanced (API, SAP/Oracle Certified) |
| RFID & Smart Card Encoding | Not Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Centralized Label Management | Not Supported | Not Supported | Not Supported | Supported (Librarian & Workflow) |
| High Availability & Backup | Not Supported | Not Supported | Not Supported | Supported (License Redundancy) |
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| Compare BarTender On-premises Features |
| Features & Capabilities | Starter | Professional | Automation | Enterprise |
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| GENERAL & LICENSING | ||||
| Unlimited Network Users | 1 User | √ | √ | √ |
| Licensing Type | Up to 3 Printers | Printer-based | Printer-based | Printer-based |
| Workstation Licensing | √ | √ | - | - |
| DESIGN & PRINTING | ||||
| WYSIWYG Barcode & Label Designer | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Broad Printer Support (11,000+ drivers) | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| 400+ Pre-built Templates & Standards | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Intelligent Templates (Dynamic Content) | - | √ | √ | √ |
| RFID & Smart Card Encoding | - | √ | √ | √ |
| Driverless Remote & Mobile Printing | - | √ | √ | √ |
| DATABASE & INTEGRATION | ||||
| Database Support (Excel, CSV, SQL, Oracle) | Excel / CSV Only | √ | √ | √ |
| On-Demand Data Entry Forms | - | √ | √ | √ |
| Process Automation (Triggers & File Drop) | - | - | √ | √ |
| REST API & No-code Integration Builders | - | - | √ | √ |
| Integration with ERP / WMS (SAP, Oracle, etc.) | - | - | √ | √ |
| INCLUDED COMPANION APPLICATIONS | ||||
| BarTender Designer & Administration Console | √ | √ | √ | √ |
| Data Builder & Print Station | - | √ | √ | √ |
| Integration Builder & Process Builder | - | - | √ | √ |
| Reprint Console | - | - | √ | √ |
| Librarian (Document & Workflow Management) | - | - | - | √ |
| MANAGEMENT, SECURITY & COMPLIANCE | ||||
| Centralized Document Management | - | - | - | √ |
| Role-based Security & Permissions | - | - | - | √ |
| Complete Audit Trails & Unlimited Logging | - | - | - | √ |
| High Availability & License Server Redundancy | - | - | - | √ |
| Compare BarTender Cloud Features |
| Features & Capabilities | Essentials | Automation | Enterprise |
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| GENERAL & INFRASTRUCTURE | |||
| Cloud Infrastructure & Maintenance Included | √ | √ | √ |
| No Local IT Infrastructure Required | √ | √ | √ |
| Unlimited Users & Printer Connections | √ | √ | √ |
| LABEL DESIGN & PRINTING | |||
| Anywhere, Anytime Web-based Label Design | √ | √ | √ |
| Direct Cloud Printing (Driverless Printing) | √ | √ | √ |
| Pre-built Template Library & Standards | √ | √ | √ |
| BarTender Mobile App Support | √ | √ | √ |
| DATA CONNECTIVITY & INTEGRATION | |||
| Data Connections to Cloud Databases & Local Files | √ | √ | √ |
| Automated Printing via REST APIs & File Drop | - | √ | √ |
| Direct ERP / WMS Business System Integration | - | - | √ |
| Custom Integration Connectors | - | - | √ |
| MANAGEMENT, SECURITY & TEAMS | |||
| Centralized Document Management | √ | √ | √ |
| Dedicated Spaces for Users & Teams | - | √ | √ |
| Role-based Access & Security Permissions | Basic | √ | √ |
| Global Enterprise Management Controls | - | - | √ |
| Comprehensive Audit Logging & History | Standard Log | √ | √ |
