Low-volume postage meter
iX-1 small office postage meter
Print accurate postage, select the right USPS® rate, and keep mailing costs in check, all without leaving your desk.
Send mail faster with accurate, easy postage
What the iX-1 does differently
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Print postage in seconds: Download and print postage instantly without leaving your office
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Always the right rate: The Rate Wizard selects the correct USPS® class and price every time
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Weigh and price accurately: Built-in weighing calculates exact postage so your office avoids overpaying.
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Manage everything online: Track usage, refill postage, and manage supplies from your MyQuadient account, anytime.
Learn about the iX-1
Say Goodbye to Postage Overspend
Your all-in-one solution for fast, accurate, and professional mail and parcel processing.
Prep mail with ease
The intuitive iX-1 control panel and shortcut keys help users save frequently used rates and services, making daily mail prep faster and easier.
Track postage spend
Use up to 10 accounts to track postage expenses by department or activity, with MyQuadient access for a clear view of spend.
Choose the right USPS rate
Access more than 50 USPS® rates, including First-Class Mail®, Priority Mail® and Certified Mail™, with Rate Wizard guidance to help select the right class.
Weigh every piece accurately
Use the built-in 10 lb. scale to apply the right postage and reduce the risk of overpaying or underpaying.
Manage mail online
Track postage, manage supplies, pay invoices and view expenses online, giving your team more control over everyday mail.
Enhance your iX-1 mailing workflow
S.M.A.R.T. Essential
Simplify everyday mailing and shipping with rate shopping, tracking, and reporting tools.
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S.M.A.R.T. Online
Create USPS IMpb-compliant 4x6 shipping labels and track shipments from one place.
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S.M.A.R.T. Mail Center
Centralize mailing, shipping, accounting and reporting for stronger control across busy mailroom operations.
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Impress Distribute
Distribute outbound mail across print and digital channels, with centralized tracking, visibility, and control.
Discuss Government EditionKey features at a glance
Processing speed
Up to 18 letters per minute
Feeding capability
Manual
Rate shortcut keys
Six
Job imprint memories
Nine
Specifications
Envelope minimum | 3.5" x 5" |
Envelope maximum | 12" x 15" |
Envelope thickness | 5/16" |
Envelope orientation | Landscape or portrait |
Default rate settings | Standard |
Postage meter tapes | Standard |
Rate Wizard | Standard |
Weighing platform (integrated) | 10 lb. standard. Can be removed for larger packages |
Ad slogans | 8 |
Personalized text messages | 10 custom |
Postal mail class inscriptions | Automatic |
Incoming mail date stamp | Standard |
4-digit PIN code | Yes, up to 10 with optional account upgrade |
Account tracking | 1 account standard; 5 to 10 available |
Online postage usage reporting | Standard |
Connectivity | LAN Standard |
Low ink email alerts | Standard |
S.M.A.R.T. Online (USPS shipping software) | Available |
S.M.A.R.T. Essential (Multi-carrier shipping software) | Available |
Quadient Postage Funding | Available |
Neostats | Available |
USB memory key | Available |
External USB printer | Available |
Connectivity/Wireless | Available |
System Dimensions | 12.6" x 8.7" x 8.5" |
Frequently asked questions
A postage meter is a mailing device that prints USPS®-approved postage directly onto envelopes or labels, eliminating the need for stamps. Small businesses use postage meters to weigh mail, calculate exact postage, print postage, and track mailing expenses from their office or home workspace. Modern systems like the Quadient iX-1 connect online to download USPS® rate updates and refill postage funds automatically.
The Quadient iX-1 is designed specifically for small businesses and home offices that send low-to-moderate volumes of mail. It offers a compact footprint, integrated 10 lb. scale, access to 50+ USPS® services, expense tracking, and USPS® Commercial Rate savings. For businesses mailing under roughly 150 pieces per month, it’s a strong fit because it balances affordability, ease of use, and professional mailing capabilities.
Yes. The iX-1 includes postage expense reporting tools that allow businesses to monitor mailing costs by department or activity. The system supports up to 10 accounts for tracking and reporting, and MyQuadient provides online visibility into postage usage and spending trends.
A postage meter can help small businesses save money in several ways:
Access to discounted rates versus standard stamps
Accurate weighing to prevent overpaying postage
Reduced trips to the post office
Better visibility into postage spending and cost control
Faster processing for routine mailings
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