Compatible Hardware Guide
TAPOSna is designed around pure hardware freedom. You do not need to buy expensive proprietary touchscreen registers. Run TAPOSna on your existing devices and pair with affordable standard 58mm ESC/POS thermal printers.
1. Counter Terminal (BYOD)
Use any iPad, Android tablet, smartphone, or laptop running Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Safari.
2. 58mm Thermal Printer
Standard ESC/POS Bluetooth printers available on Shopee and Lazada for ₱1,100 to ₱1,600.
3. Android SIM Relay Phone
Any basic Android smartphone with a local carrier SIM card loaded with an unli-allnet SMS promo.
Tested 58mm ESC/POS Thermal Printers
| Printer Model | Connection | Price (Shopee/Lazada) | Status | Operational Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOOJPRT PT-210Portable 58mm Thermal Printer | Bluetooth 4.0 + USB | ₱1,150 - ₱1,450 | Verified Operational | Rechargeable battery, 1500mAh. Ideal for mobile or counter battery backup during brownouts. |
| MPT-II (MPT-2)Mobile 58mm POS Receipt Printer | Bluetooth + Micro USB | ₱1,200 - ₱1,500 | Verified Operational | High reliability, instant wake from sleep. Standard 57x30mm thermal rolls. |
| Zjiang ZJ-5802 / POS-5802DDMini Bluetooth ESC/POS Printer | Bluetooth + USB Type-B | ₱1,100 - ₱1,350 | Verified Operational | Extremely common on Shopee and Lazada. Pairing code 1234 or 0000. |
| Xprinter XP-58IIHDesktop 58mm Counter Thermal Printer | USB / Bluetooth (select BT variant) | ₱1,300 - ₱1,750 | Verified Operational | Direct AC power adapter plug-in. Best for permanent counter cash wrap desks. |
| Milestone POS-5805DDCompact 58mm Receipt Printer | Bluetooth 4.0 + USB | ₱1,250 - ₱1,600 | Verified Operational | Fast 70mm/s print speed. Crisp monospace character formatting with TAPOSna. |
Pairing Your 58mm Printer in 3 Minutes
Power & Paper Roll
Insert a standard 57x30mm or 57x40mm thermal paper roll with the glossy side facing forward. Turn on the power switch. The green LED will light up.
Pair via Bluetooth
On your counter tablet or phone, open Bluetooth settings. Select your printer (usually named MPT-II, PT-210, or POS-58). Enter PIN code 1234 or 0000.
Print from TAPOSna
Open TAPOSna in Google Chrome or Edge. When logging your first intake, tap Print Thermal Stub. The browser pairs directly with the printer and prints your 58mm ticket in ~1.8 seconds.
Recommended Thermal Paper Rolls
Search Shopee or Lazada for “57x30mm thermal paper roll” or “57x40mm POS paper”. A box of 50 rolls costs approximately ₱250 to ₱350 (around ₱5 to ₱7 per roll). One roll produces approximately 80 to 120 laundry claim stubs.
Need in-person hardware setup in Leyte?
If your shop is located in Baybay City, Ormoc, or Tacloban, our team provides on-counter setup, printer testing, and attendant onboarding.