I went shopping for a printer, and recently there were three shelves full of different printers. As I look at the price and features of labels, trying to make a decision, my 4-year-old daughter goes to the only white printer and said, "Dad, cute thereof" And I had not even. decided inkjet or laser ...
Whether you are buying a printer for your home or office by identifying how you will use the the printer will go a long way in helping you to choose the right printer If your main use is ...
- Photos -. .. professionals use laser printers but ink jets to bridge the gap for home use
- black & white text - laser printers create clear black text
- special paper (stationery, cardstock) - .. look for something with a power right paper, usually inkjet
- speed / volume - lasers generally have high print speeds and capacity of the paper tray.
cost
inkjet printers starting under $ 70, but laser printers can easily eclipse $ 400. If you are looking for something between $ 100 and $ 400, there are several options available for both types. Of course, you have the ongoing cost of replacement ink cartridges to consider as well. Laser cartridges are much more expensive, but when you look at cost per page (CPP) printing, the laser begins to gain an advantage. Also, if you do not print often, inkjet cartridges can waste ink or dry, increasing the CPP published by the manufacturer. Some inkjet printers with individual color cartridges (cyan, magenta and yellow in the same cartridge) require replacing the entire cartridge. Printers with dedicated cartridges for each color are more effective - just replace the color that runs out. Laser cartridges do not dry out, because they contain the powder.
quality
Historically dominated by laser printers, inkjet close the quality gap. The compromise is speed. If you have time to wait, inkjet produce the quality of a laser for most of your printing needs. Laser printers are capable of producing quality at a faster pace
Features
Here are some questions to ask yourself before buying :.
- Need color? Black Only printing can save you a lot of money. monochrome printers are cheaper and only buy black cartridges can save you 50 percent or more.
- Are you just print or do you need your printer for fax, scan and copy capabilities?
- do you want to be able to print from anywhere in your home or office? Then you'll want a wireless printer. Technology continues to improve. Your computer, tablet or phone must support wireless printing as well.
- Need to print from your smartphone? Many printer manufacturers have applications that let you print directly from your phone.
I decided on a color laser printer with wireless capabilities and mobile, but skipped the multi-function options. The printer was on sale and replacement cartridges seems to be a reasonable price. My daughter was happy as well, since we took the house of the white printer.
You have a printer that you just love (or hate)? Tell me about it!
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