20 models · Specs last checked July 1, 2026

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With no preferences selected: GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator comes first in this spec comparison. None of these 20 has a verified Amazon listing yet, so this page ranks them on published specs only and has no Amazon buying links.

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GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator

#1 of 20 in the spec comparison. 55 in/min feed speed · highest of 20 models; 12 in maximum width · joint 8th highest of 20 models.

Why consider it

  • 55 in/min feed speed.
  • 12 in maximum width.

Before you choose

For your setup, check maximum width: 12 in.

Buy it ifYou want 55 in/min feed speed.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for maximum width; this model has 12 in.
Max Width: 12 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 55 in/min
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Max Width12 in
Max Pouch Thickness Mil10 mil
Speed In Per Min55 in/min
Warmup Minutes1 min
Rollers6 rollers
Cold LaminateIncluded
Auto ShutoffIncluded
Jam ReleaseIncluded

8 of 8 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

For Up to 9 1/2 in maximum width

Fellowes Saturn 3i 95 Laminator

#11 of 20 in the spec comparison. auto shutoff: included · 11 of 20 models have this; 1 min warmup · joint 2nd lowest of 20 models.

Why consider it

  • Auto shutoff: included; choose it if you require that feature.
  • 1 min warmup.

Before you choose

For your setup, check maximum pouch thickness: 5 mil.

Buy it ifYou want auto shutoff is included.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for maximum pouch thickness; this model has 5 mil.
Max Width: 9 1/2 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 5 milSpeed In Per Min: 12 in/min
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Max Width9 1/2 in
Max Pouch Thickness Mil5 mil
Speed In Per Min12 in/min
Warmup Minutes1 min
Rollers2 rollers
Cold LaminateIncluded
Auto ShutoffIncluded
Jam ReleaseIncluded

8 of 8 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

For Up to 5 mil maximum pouch thickness

Scotch Advanced Thermal Laminator TL1302

#7 of 20 in the spec comparison. 12.3 in maximum width · joint 6th highest of 20 models; 18 in/min feed speed · joint 5th highest of 20 models.

Why consider it

  • 12.3 in maximum width.
  • 18 in/min feed speed.

Before you choose

For your setup, check rollers: 2 rollers.

Buy it ifYou want 12.3 in maximum width.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for rollers; this model has 2 rollers.
Max Width: 12.3 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 5 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
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Max Width12.3 in
Max Pouch Thickness Mil5 mil
Speed In Per Min18 in/min
Warmup Minutes1 min
Rollers2 rollers
Cold LaminateIncluded
Auto ShutoffIncluded
Jam ReleaseIncluded

8 of 8 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

For Up to 12 in/min feed speed

Fellowes Saturn 3i 125 Laminator

#9 of 20 in the spec comparison. 1 min warmup · joint 2nd lowest of 20 models; 12 1/2 in maximum width · joint 2nd highest of 20 models.

Why consider it

  • 1 min warmup.
  • 12 1/2 in maximum width.

Before you choose

For your setup, check feed speed: 12 in/min.

Buy it ifYou want 1 min warmup.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for feed speed; this model has 12 in/min.
Max Width: 12 1/2 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 5 milSpeed In Per Min: 12 in/min
See all 8 scored specs
Max Width12 1/2 in
Max Pouch Thickness Mil5 mil
Speed In Per Min12 in/min
Warmup Minutes1 min
Rollers2 rollers
Cold LaminateIncluded
Auto ShutoffIncluded
Jam ReleaseIncluded

8 of 8 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

Also compare · Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator

Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator

#2 of 20 in the spec comparison. 0.5 min warmup · lowest of 20 models; 31 in/min feed speed · 2nd highest of 20 models.

Why consider it

  • 0.5 min warmup.
  • 31 in/min feed speed.

Before you choose

For your setup, check feed speed: 31 in/min.

Buy it ifYou want 0.5 min warmup.
Skip it ifYou need a different option for feed speed; this model has 31 in/min.
Max Width: 12 1/2 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 31 in/min
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Max Width12 1/2 in
Max Pouch Thickness Mil10 mil
Speed In Per Min31 in/min
Warmup Minutes0.5 min
Rollers6 rollers
Cold LaminateIncluded
Auto ShutoffIncluded
Jam ReleaseIncluded

8 of 8 specs available · specs checked July 1, 2026 · Source ↗

Comparing GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator · Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator

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Published specification comparison
SpecGBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch LaminatorNo preferences selected.Fellowes Venus 2 125 LaminatorNo preferences selected.
Max Width12 in12 1/2 in
Speed In Per Min55 in/min31 in/min
Warmup Minutes1 min0.5 min

GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator

No preferences selected.

Max Width
12 in
Speed In Per Min
55 in/min
Warmup Minutes
1 min

Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator

No preferences selected.

Max Width
12 1/2 in
Speed In Per Min
31 in/min
Warmup Minutes
0.5 min

GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator

No verified listing yet.

Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator

No verified listing yet.

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All models and their decision specs
#ProductWhy it’s hereDecision specsCompareAction
1GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator24 in/min more feed speed vs #2.Max Width: 12 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 55 in/min
2Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator1 in/min more feed speed · 0.5 min less warmup vs #3.Max Width: 12 1/2 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 31 in/min
3Fellowes Jupiter 2 125 Laminator12 in/min more feed speed · 2 rollers more rollers vs #4.Max Width: 12 1/2 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 30 in/min
4Apache AL13P Professional Laminatormaximum width: 13 in vs 12.3 in · 4 mil more maximum pouch thickness vs #5.Max Width: 13 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
5Scotch Pro Thermal Laminator TL1306maximum width: 12.3 in vs 12 in · 3 min less warmup vs #6.Max Width: 12.3 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 6 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
6Swingline GBC HeatSeal H312 Pouch Laminator2 mil more maximum pouch thickness · 2 rollers more rollers vs #7.Max Width: 12 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 7 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
7Scotch Advanced Thermal Laminator TL1302maximum width: 12.3 in vs 12 in vs #8.Max Width: 12.3 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 5 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
#1 GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator
24 in/min more feed speed vs #2.
Max Width: 12 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 55 in/min
#2 Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator
1 in/min more feed speed · 0.5 min less warmup vs #3.
Max Width: 12 1/2 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 31 in/min
#3 Fellowes Jupiter 2 125 Laminator
12 in/min more feed speed · 2 rollers more rollers vs #4.
Max Width: 12 1/2 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 30 in/min
#4 Apache AL13P Professional Laminator
maximum width: 13 in vs 12.3 in · 4 mil more maximum pouch thickness vs #5.
Max Width: 13 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 10 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
#5 Scotch Pro Thermal Laminator TL1306
maximum width: 12.3 in vs 12 in · 3 min less warmup vs #6.
Max Width: 12.3 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 6 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
#6 Swingline GBC HeatSeal H312 Pouch Laminator
2 mil more maximum pouch thickness · 2 rollers more rollers vs #7.
Max Width: 12 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 7 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
#7 Scotch Advanced Thermal Laminator TL1302
maximum width: 12.3 in vs 12 in vs #8.
Max Width: 12.3 inMax Pouch Thickness Mil: 5 milSpeed In Per Min: 18 in/min
20 matching models

How we rank and where the facts come from

We compare published specifications, not hands-on experience. Requirements filter the set; the sealed published order is unchanged. The index uses fixed weights and gives missing specs a midpoint. That is an assumption, not evidence of fit or quality. Unknown details cannot qualify a match.

What changed: specs in this snapshot were checked July 1, 2026. This package includes no prior spec revision; changes to individual values cannot be established.

Sources for all 20 models
  • GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator: GBC · July 1, 2026
  • Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator: Fellowes · July 1, 2026
  • Fellowes Jupiter 2 125 Laminator: Fellowes · July 1, 2026
  • Apache AL13P Professional Laminator: Apache · July 1, 2026
  • Scotch Pro Thermal Laminator TL1306: Scotch · July 1, 2026
  • Swingline GBC HeatSeal H312 Pouch Laminator: GBC · July 1, 2026
  • Scotch Advanced Thermal Laminator TL1302: Scotch · July 1, 2026
  • GBC Fusion 3000L 12 Inch Laminator: GBC · July 1, 2026
  • Fellowes Saturn 3i 125 Laminator: Fellowes · July 1, 2026
  • Royal Sovereign CS-1223 Pouch Laminator: Royal Sovereign · July 1, 2026
  • Fellowes Saturn 3i 95 Laminator: Fellowes · July 1, 2026
  • Crenova A4 Thermal Laminator: Walmart · July 1, 2026
  • Fellowes Spectra 95 Laminator: Fellowes · July 1, 2026
  • Swingline Inspire Plus Thermal Laminator: Swingline · July 1, 2026
  • GBC Fusion 3100L 12 Inch Laminator: GBC · July 1, 2026
  • Scotch Thermal Laminator TL906: Scotch Brand · July 1, 2026
  • Scotch Thermal Laminator TL901X: Scotch · July 1, 2026
  • GBC Ultima 65 Roll Laminator: GBC · July 1, 2026
  • Fellowes Calibre 3i 125 Laminator: Fellowes · July 1, 2026
  • Fellowes Neptune 3 125 Laminator: Fellowes · July 1, 2026
Show the index and published weights

Weights: Max Width 20% · Max Pouch Thickness Mil 18% · Speed In Per Min 16% · Warmup Minutes 13% · Rollers 10% · Cold Laminate 8% · Auto Shutoff 8% · Jam Release 7%.

  1. GBC Fusion 7000L 12 Inch Laminator: 94/100
  2. Fellowes Venus 2 125 Laminator: 89/100
  3. Fellowes Jupiter 2 125 Laminator: 87/100
  4. Apache AL13P Professional Laminator: 73/100
  5. Scotch Pro Thermal Laminator TL1306: 58/100
  6. Swingline GBC HeatSeal H312 Pouch Laminator: 56/100
  7. Scotch Advanced Thermal Laminator TL1302: 54/100
  8. GBC Fusion 3000L 12 Inch Laminator: 53/100
  9. Fellowes Saturn 3i 125 Laminator: 53/100
  10. Royal Sovereign CS-1223 Pouch Laminator: 47/100
  11. Fellowes Saturn 3i 95 Laminator: 38/100
  12. Crenova A4 Thermal Laminator: 22/100
  13. Fellowes Spectra 95 Laminator: 21/100
  14. Swingline Inspire Plus Thermal Laminator: 10/100
  15. GBC Fusion 3100L 12 Inch Laminator: 8/100
  16. Scotch Thermal Laminator TL906: 8/100
  17. Scotch Thermal Laminator TL901X: 8/100
  18. GBC Ultima 65 Roll Laminator: 8/100
  19. Fellowes Calibre 3i 125 Laminator: 8/100
  20. Fellowes Neptune 3 125 Laminator: 8/100

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