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Why upgrade? Faster, smarter, built to do more.

For almost 30 years, the Brother PocketJet has been powering full-page mobile printing in industries across the board. Whether you first knew us as Pentex or Brother PocketJet, one thing was for certain: you were getting a fast, reliable mobile printer. Small enough to fit in a bag or mount in your vehicle, the previous Brother PocketJet series gave you the freedom to reliably print on-the-spot where you needed it the most.

With your needs in mind, we leveled up the lineup over the years, taking the PocketJet printer performance to an even higher standard for the mobile workforce.

We’re building a legacy of real printers, built for real work, with you at our side.

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Faster printing

Delivers faster performance, printing a full page in only 8 seconds compared to 21 seconds on the PocketJet 7 with up to a 68% increase in print speed (13.5 pages per minute).

Flexible connectivity

Print your way with a USB-C port for charging and data transfer, plus optional Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® for seamless connectivity.

Enhanced battery life

Delivers a full charge in under two hours and supports up to 600 pages per charge for reliable, all-day performance1.

Extended peace of mind

The PocketJet 8 includes a 2-year Premier Limited Warranty, offering extended protection and greater peace of mind than older versions.

Meet the new PocketJet 8 series

We built our PocketJet printer legacy. And then we took the newest series to the next level.

  • 68% increase in print speed – up to 13.5ppm1
  • Up to 300dpi high-resolution print technology2
  • USB-C, Wi-Fi®, MFi, AirPrint®, and Bluetooth® wireless technology2
  • iOS® SDK, Android™ SDK, and Print Service Plug-in
  • Windows®, macOS®, and Linux (via USB) OS compatibility
Learn about the newest series See the speed firsthand

See how the PocketJet 8 stacks up to the rest

Compare the newest models
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PocketJet 8		 pocket Jet
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PocketJet 6		 pocket Jet
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USB USB-C USB mini-B USB mini-B USB mini-B
Wi-Fi® Check Mark Check Mark Check Mark
AirPrint® Check Mark Check Mark
Bluetooth® Check Mark Check Mark Check Mark Check Mark
MFi® Check Mark Check Mark
Print speed Up to 13.5ppm Up to 8ppm Up to 6ppm Up to 3ppm
DPI 203 or 300 203 or 300 203 or 300 203
Battery Li-ion Li-ion NiMH or Li-ion NiMH
Time to charge 120 minutes 180 minutes NiMH: 150 minutes
Li-ion: 180 minutes		 135 minutes
Media thickness Standard sheets & labels up to 6.3mil Standard sheets up to 5.0mil Standard sheets up to 5.0mil Standard sheets up to 5.0mil
Warranty 2-year Limited Premier 1-year Limited Select 1-year Limited Select 1-year Limited Select

Exact features & specs may vary by model

Get the newest features for your workforce

Ready to shift into the fast lane with the PocketJet 8? Simply find the model you already know and love, and follow the line to meet your new favorite mobile printer.

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Upgrade made easy.

Your work never stops, and every second matters. Get printers that keep pace. Simply upgrade your current printing devices to the Brother PocketJet 8, and receive an instant $50 rebate on every printer you purchase.

Upgrade to one of the industry’s lightest, fastest, full-page mobile printers and fuel nonstop progress in the field.

How it works

  1. Complete this simple form

    Fill out the form below with your details. Our team will reach out to confirm your interest.

  2. Consult with your Brother account Manager

    Within 48 hours, an account manager will reach out to confirm the configuration and accessories for your new PocketJet 8 printer – and guide you through claiming your rebate.

  3. Purchase your qualifying PocketJet 8 printer

    Using the promo code provided by your account manager, get a quote, make your purchase from an authorized Brother NEXT reseller, and receive an instant $50 per printer.

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Offer valid for end users in the 50 U.S. states and D.C. who register at https://brothermobilesolutions.com/tradeup/ and purchase a minimum of ten (10) new qualifying Brother PocketJet 8 printers from an authorized Brother NEXT reseller between October 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026. Offer provides an instant rebate of $50 per qualifying printer on eligible purchases meeting the minimum quantity requirement. Purchases through non-authorized sellers, including online marketplaces, are not eligible. Not open to Brother distributors, resellers, or other channel partners. Brother reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion at any time without notice. Void where prohibited.

1Results in a controlled test environment. Actual results and performance may vary.

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