Термопринтеры печатают текст и графику "выжиганием" точек на термобумаге, при ее протягивании через термоголовку принтера.

Impact printers or dot matrix printers are devices with a print head that runs back and forth on the page and prints by impact, striking an ink-soaked cloth ribbon against the paper, much like a typewriter.

Kiosk printers are optimized for the tough printing environments of self-serve applications, where reliability, durability, minimal maintenance, and ease of use are critical.

Printers for mobile use. Equipped with rechargeable batteries for power and a wireless (infra-red or bluetooth) interface to communicate with a mobile host.