Why Choose a Mailmark Franking Machine?

Mailmark is Royal Mail’s latest barcode franking standard, and choosing a Mailmark franking machine means you always pay Royal Mail’s lowest available franking rates. It replaces the traditional franking impression with a 2D barcode, updates postage prices automatically over Wi-Fi or LAN, and lets you frank a logo or return address for a more professional finish.

Royal Mail introduced Mailmark in 2014 and many businesses have switched since. Franked mail already costs less than stamps on letters and large letters, and Mailmark adds further benefits on top. Keep reading for the main reasons to choose Mailmark franking.

Advanced franking technology

Mailmark is the latest franking technology available. The traditional franking impression is replaced by a 2D barcode, which gives Royal Mail more information and a professional image, and allows mail to be processed more quickly.

Lower franking rates

Mailmark guarantees that the lowest franking tariff is used, so further postage savings can be made on almost all items compared with stamps. For current Royal Mail prices, see our franking machines pages.

Improved efficiency

Calculating the correct postage is quicker and easier. Faster mail processing helps streamline your business and mailroom.

No more queuing

With a Mailmark franking machine you no longer need to queue at the Post Office. If you are running low on postage, you can top up the franking machine 24 hours a day at your convenience.

Stay updated

All Mailmark franking machines use a LAN or Wi-Fi connection to download the latest postage rates, which is quicker and easier than older methods.

Fewer errors

Automatic Mailmark pricing updates reduce issues with pricing and surcharges, because you are always up to date.

Improved professionalism

Every item franked with a Mailmark machine lets you reinforce your brand by franking a company logo and/or a return address, giving your mail a professional image.

Improved security

Use the PIN protection feature to ensure only authorised staff have access to your Mailmark franking machine.

Maximum return

Mailmark Prepay Reply helps drive customer response and encourages customers to reply to you by saving them time and money.

Easy to use

Mailmark franking makes franking simpler for the user, always providing the right product and price automatically.

Get a Mailmark franking machine today

If you are thinking of adding a Mailmark franking machine, or upgrading from a standard machine, Mailcoms can help. We are one of the Royal Mail’s Authorised Independent Inspectors and Maintainers of franking machines, so we can provide a Mailmark machine to suit your needs. Whether you want to buy or rent, or just want some advice, we are happy to help. Please view our franking machine page here or call us on 01543 572 776.

FAQs

What is a Mailmark franking machine? A Mailmark franking machine uses Royal Mail’s barcode franking standard, replacing the traditional impression with a 2D barcode and qualifying for Royal Mail’s lowest franking rates.

Is Mailmark franking cheaper than stamps? Yes. Mailmark guarantees the lowest franking tariff is used, so franked letters and large letters cost less than the equivalent stamp prices.

Do Mailmark machines need an internet connection? Yes. Mailmark franking machines use a LAN or Wi-Fi connection to download the latest Royal Mail postage rates automatically.