Stage 1 of 6: Choose
Buying Advice
3 guides
Most printer regrets come from buying for the wrong workload: a photo printer for a household that prints homework, or a bargain cartridge model for an office that prints all day. These guides help you describe how you actually print, then match that to the right type of printer.
We don’t rank or sell printers. Instead we explain the specifications on the box, what they mean in everyday use and how to compare running costs using the manufacturer’s own published figures.
Buying Advice guides
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How to Choose a Printer: A Plain-English Buying Guide
How to choose a printer without the jargon: describe how you print, pick inkjet or laser, then compare features, connectivity and running costs fairly.
6 min read
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Choosing a Printer for Home, Students and Families
What to look for in a printer for home use, students and families: light vs regular printing, color needs, phone printing, idle periods and running costs.
5 min read
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Choosing a Printer for a Home Office or Small Business
Choosing a printer for a small office or home office: shared Wi-Fi or Ethernet, scanning, document feeders, monthly volume, security and running costs.
4 min read