If you would like expert advice, a tailored recommendation or a live demonstration of any Quadient franking machine, feel free to contact our team. We’ll help you choose the most cost-effective solution for your business mail needs.

Franking Machine Comparison

Compare the Quadient iX-1, iX-4, iX-6 and iX-8 to find the best solution for your business mail volumes, automation needs and budget.

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Quadient Franking Machine Comparison Table

Feature	Quadient iX-1	Quadient iX-4	Quadient iX-6	Quadient iX-8
Recommended Daily Volume	Occasional use	Up to 100 letters/parcels	Up to 500 letters/parcels	Up to 800 letters/parcels (max 1,250)
Best For	Home offices and micro-businesses	Small businesses	Growing medium-sized businesses	High-volume mailrooms
User Interface	Basic display	5 inch vertical touchscreen	7.5 inch vertical touchscreen	7.5 inch vertical touchscreen
Processing Speed	Low speed	Up to 45 letters per minute	Up to 110 letters per minute	Up to 150 letters per minute
Feeding Type	Manual feed	Manual feed	Hand feed (HF) or fully automatic feed (AF)	Fully automatic mixed-mail feeder with sealer
Weighing Capability	Basic weighing	Integrated 3 kg scale standard; external optional	Differential weighing with stack weighing	Advanced dynamic weighing with continuous processing
Royal Mail Mailmark	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Tracked Services Support	Limited	Signed For & Special Delivery barcodes	Signed For & Special Delivery barcodes	Full tracked service support
Cost Tracking Software	Basic or none	S.M.A.R.T. Online (up to 100 accounts)	S.M.A.R.T. Online (up to 300 accounts)	S.M.A.R.T. Online full cost centre management
Automation Level	Manual	Low automation	Medium to high automation	Full automation
Sealing Function	Manual	Optional	Integrated on AF model	Integrated as standard
Label Printing for Parcels	Basic	Sheet labels	Integrated label dispenser	Integrated label dispenser
Connectivity	LAN / basic	LAN with optional Wi-Fi	High-speed LAN	High-speed LAN
Security	Standard	TLS 1.3	TLS 1.3	TLS 1.3
Typical Installation Area	Desktop / small office	Office desk or reception	Mailroom or back office	Dedicated mailroom
Upgrade Path	Entry level	Small business growth	Scaling businesses	Enterprise-level mail operations

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Which Quadient Franking Machine Should I Choose?

Quadient iX-1
Best for very small businesses, home offices or companies that send only occasional mail. A simple entry-level franking solution with minimal setup and low running costs.

Quadient iX-4
Ideal for small businesses sending up to 100 items per day. Offers touchscreen control, Mailmark postage savings, accurate weighing and cost tracking in a compact desktop footprint.

Quadient iX-6
Designed for medium-sized businesses with growing mail volumes. Available in hand feed or fully automatic feed variants, delivering higher speed, advanced cost tracking and scalable automation for up to 500 items per day.

Quadient iX-8
Built for large mailrooms and high-volume operations. Full automation, dynamic weighing, sealing and fastest processing speeds make it perfect for organisations sending hundreds or thousands of items daily.

If you would like expert advice, a tailored recommendation or a live demonstration of any Quadient franking machine, feel free to contact our team. We’ll help you choose the most cost-effective solution for your business mail needs.