TL;DR: What You Need to Know
- Pop-ups kill speed: 200 orders × 5 seconds = 30+ minutes wasted daily — direct printing eliminates this entirely
- No IoT Box required: Ultraprint works with any Windows or Linux-compatible printer you already own
- Mobile printing works: Tablets and phones send jobs through the Ultraprint Hub on a Windows or Linux PC on the same network
Every second counts at checkout. Yet thousands of Odoo POS users lose 5-10 seconds per transaction battling printer pop-ups, manual printer selections, and failed print jobs. For a busy café processing 200 orders daily, that's up to 30 minutes of wasted time—and countless frustrated customers walking away.
The good news? You don't need new hardware to fix this. With the right software configuration, you can eliminate printer pop-ups entirely, route prints automatically to the correct station, and transform your slow POS into a lightning-fast operation.
Direct Printing
One click = immediate print. No pop-ups, no selections, no delays.
Works With Existing Hardware
No expensive upgrades. Use your current printers and POS terminals.
Scales With Your Business
Add a Hub at each new location — each site runs independently on its local network.
What is Ultraprint?
Ultraprint is direct-printing software for Odoo. Instead of routing every receipt or kitchen ticket through the browser print dialog, it sends print jobs straight to the printers you already own — no pop-ups, no manual printer selection, and no new hardware.
It is made of two parts that work together: the Ultraprint Hub, a one-time desktop license that runs on a Windows or Linux PC on your network, and the Ultraprint Odoo add-on, a one-time module that installs directly in Odoo. Once connected, your POS terminals, tablets, and kiosks print instantly.
Pricing is transparent and one-time: $99 for the Hub + $39 for the add-on per desktop. Optional support plans start at $19/year. See how Ultraprint works →
Understanding the Cost of Slow Printing
Before diving into solutions, let's quantify the actual cost of inefficient printing in your business. Most POS operators underestimate how much time—and money—slow printing steals.
📊 The Hidden Cost Calculator
- 5 seconds lost per transaction × 200 daily orders = 16+ minutes/day wasted
- Staff frustration leads to higher turnover (replacement cost: $3,000-$5,000 per employee)
- Longer queues mean 12% of customers abandon purchases during peak hours
- Kitchen delays cause cold food and negative reviews
✓ Key Benefits
- Identify exact time and money lost to printing inefficiencies
- Build a business case for printing optimization
- Set measurable improvement targets for your team
Identifying Your Printing Bottlenecks
Not all printing problems are the same. Understanding your specific bottlenecks helps you choose the right solution and prioritize fixes that deliver the biggest impact.
Printer Pop-up Interruptions
Browser print dialogs appear every time, requiring manual confirmation and printer selection.
Wrong Printer Routing
Kitchen tickets go to receipt printer, receipts go to kitchen—chaos ensues during rush hours.
Mobile Device Limitations
Tablets and phones can't print directly, requiring workarounds or separate print stations.
Multi-Location Complexity
Adding new locations means repeating printer setup on each local computer unless you have a repeatable process.
✓ Key Benefits
- Pinpoint exactly which bottlenecks affect your operations most
- Prioritize fixes based on impact and ease of implementation
- Create a targeted action plan instead of guessing at solutions
Transparent One-Time Pricing
Ultraprint pricing is straightforward and one-time: the desktop Hub license plus the Odoo add-on. There are no subscriptions or tiers for the core product; optional support plans are available from $19/year.
Total one-time cost: $138 per desktop — one-time payment for the Hub + add-on. Optional support plans are available from $19/year.
Ultraprint Hub
One-time license per desktop
One-time payment
- Direct printing (no pop-ups)
- Works with existing printers
- POS & kitchen printing
- Windows & Linux now (macOS planned late 2026)
- Optional support plans from $19/year
Odoo Add-on
One-time module purchase
One-time payment
- Installs directly in Odoo
- Printer configuration
- Mobile device printing
- Auto-routing & failover
- One-click direct printing
✓ Key Benefits
- Transparent pricing: $99 one-time Hub + $39 one-time add-on
- No monthly subscriptions or hidden fees
- Both components required — everything you need to print from Odoo
Setting Up Direct Print Without Pop-ups
The core feature of Ultraprint: eliminating browser print dialogs completely. Here's how to configure direct printing so every print job goes straight to the printer—no clicks required.
🔧 Quick Setup Steps
- Get the Ultraprint Odoo add-on for your version (17/18/19) from the Odoo Skillz shop
- Install the add-on in your Odoo database
- Configure your printers through the Ultraprint printer settings
- Enable direct print mode for each POS terminal
- Test with a sample receipt to verify silent printing works
- Train staff on the new one-click workflow
✓ Key Benefits
- Eliminate nearly all of printer pop-up interruptions
- Save 5+ seconds on every single transaction
- Reduce staff training time with simpler workflow
Configuring Automatic Printer Routing
Automatic routing ensures the right document goes to the right printer every time. Customer receipts to the front counter, kitchen tickets to the kitchen, bar orders to the bar—all automatically.
✓ Key Benefits
- Zero mis-routed documents—every print goes to the right place
- Kitchen receives orders immediately for faster food prep
- Staff reduce time spent walking to wrong printers
Adding Ultraprint at Additional Locations
Each Ultraprint Hub is licensed per Windows or Linux computer and runs on its local network. If you open a new location, you deploy another Hub on a computer at that site and install the same Odoo add-on. There is no central cloud console—each location is configured independently.
🏢 How Multi-Location Scaling Works
✓ Key Benefits
- Use the same one-time pricing model at every location
- No central server or cloud console required
- Support plans can cover multiple sites if you need help
Integrating Mobile and Kiosk Printing
Modern POS extends beyond fixed terminals. Ultraprint enables direct printing from tablets on the floor, smartphones for tableside service, and self-service kiosks—all without pop-ups.
Mobile POS Printing
Staff with tablets can print receipts and kitchen orders from anywhere in the restaurant—no walking back to a terminal.
Self-Service Kiosk
Customers order and pay at kiosks; receipts and kitchen tickets print automatically without staff intervention.
✓ Key Benefits
- Enable tableside ordering without printing friction
- Kiosks become fully autonomous—print receipts without staff help
- Support all device types with consistent printing experience
Measuring Printing Performance Improvements
Ultraprint does not include built-in analytics or reporting. To quantify your improvement, use the metrics and reports you already have in Odoo POS or your operations workflow. Compare the same periods before and after switching to direct printing.
📈 Metrics You Can Track Yourself
✓ Key Benefits
- Use existing POS reports—no new analytics tool needed
- Compare real before/after data from your own operation
- Identify any remaining bottlenecks for further optimization
Summary: Your Printing Optimization Roadmap
Slow printing is costing your business time, money, and customer satisfaction. Here's your action plan:
- Calculate your printing costs to understand the true impact
- Identify your specific bottlenecks (pop-ups, routing, mobile, multi-location setup)
- Get Ultraprint with transparent one-time pricing ($99 Hub + $39 add-on)
- Implement direct printing to eliminate pop-ups immediately
- Configure auto-routing for kitchen, bar, and receipt printers
- Enable mobile and kiosk printing if applicable
- Measure your improvements using your existing POS reports
- Add a Hub at each new location as you grow
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to buy new printers to use Ultraprint?
No. Ultraprint is a software-only solution that works with your existing receipt printers, kitchen printers, and label printers. It supports all major printer brands including Epson, Star Micronics, and Bixolon. No hardware investment required.
How long does it take to set up Ultraprint?
Most teams are up and printing in under 10 minutes. Install the Ultraprint Odoo add-on for your version, configure your printers, enable direct print mode on each POS terminal, and you're ready. Optional Priority/Premium support plans include scheduled remote sessions if you need help.
Can Ultraprint work with tablets and mobile devices?
Yes. Tablets and smartphones running your Odoo POS can send print jobs through the Ultraprint Hub on a Windows or Linux computer on the same local network. The Hub handles the actual printer connection; mobile devices do not connect to printers directly.
What happens if a printer goes offline?
Ultraprint supports smart document-to-printer routing so each job goes to the configured printer. For printer failures, set up backup printers in your routing rules and use the local print queue on the Hub computer to manage jobs.
Is Ultraprint compatible with all Odoo versions?
Ultraprint Odoo add-ons are available for Odoo 17, 18, and 19 (Community and Enterprise). We continuously update the add-ons to support current Odoo releases.
Ready to Eliminate Slow Printing Forever?
Save time on every transaction with Ultraprint. No new hardware. Transparent one-time pricing: $99 Hub + $39 add-on.
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📚 References & Further Reading
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Odoo POS Documentation — Official guide to Point of Sale configuration and hardware setup.
https://www.odoo.com/documentation/17.0/applications/sales/point_of_sale.html -
Odoo IoT Box & Printers — Hardware integration options for Odoo POS printing.
https://www.odoo.com/documentation/17.0/applications/general/iot.html -
Restaurant POS Best Practices — Industry guide to optimizing restaurant point of sale operations.
https://pos.toasttab.com/blog/on-the-line/restaurant-pos-systems -
Receipt Printer Selection Guide — Choosing the right thermal printer for your business.
https://www.epson.com/For-Work/Printers/POS/c/w230 -
Kitchen Display Systems vs. Kitchen Printers — Comparing ticket management approaches.
https://www.lightspeedhq.com/blog/kitchen-display-system-vs-kitchen-printers/