Entry-Level Badge Printing with Evolis Badgy200 – Tips for Schools, Gyms & Multifamily Properties

Entry-Level Badge Printing with Evolis Badgy200 – Tips for Schools, Gyms & Multifamily Properties

by Mike Boehm on November 07, 2025

When it comes to affordable, professional-grade badge printing, the Evolis Badgy200 and Badgy100 are industry favorites. These compact desktop printers make it simple for schools, gyms, and multifamily properties to produce high-quality ID cards, access credentials, and membership badges in-house — without relying on outsourcing or large-volume commitments.

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1. Evolis Badgy200 vs Badgy100 – What’s the Difference?

Both models share the same compact design and ease of use, but the Evolis Badgy200 offers faster print speeds, higher resolution, and batch printing capabilities. The Badgy100 is ideal for very small organizations printing fewer than 30 cards per week, while the Badgy200 is built for those who need more frequent, professional-looking badge production.
Both printers include Evolis Badge Studio design software, allowing users to import logos, photos, barcodes, and contact information directly into card templates.

2. Ideal for Schools, Gyms & Apartment Communities

Schools can instantly issue student or visitor IDs. Gyms can print membership cards on-demand. Apartment managers can produce access control badges for residents and maintenance staff within minutes. The Badgy200 even supports dual-sided printing when combined with pre-printed card stock — perfect for including emergency contacts or property details on the back.

3. High-Quality Printing on PVC and Smart Cards

Both Evolis Badgy100 and Badgy200 can print vivid full-color designs onto standard PVC, RFID, and smart cards — including 13.56 MHz NFC and MIFARE® DESFire formats commonly used for access control. The printhead’s precision ensures crisp logos and text even over embedded antenna areas, allowing you to brand your RFID hotel cards, resident passes, or gym credentials without compromising readability.

4. Plug-and-Play Simplicity

Setup takes only a few minutes: connect via USB, install the driver, and load your ribbon and card supply. The compact footprint makes both printers ideal for reception desks, leasing offices, or administrative counters. Consumables like ribbons and cleaning kits are readily available through AuthorizID, ensuring reliable operation and consistent print quality.

5. Save Time, Cut Costs & Control Branding

In-house badge printing reduces turnaround times and eliminates reordering delays. Lost or damaged credentials can be re-issued immediately — a huge convenience for property managers and school administrators alike. Controlling your own printer fleet also ensures consistent branding across every location and staff member.

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