[KL01toKA03]

Originally Posted by Thad E Ginathom

My advice... don't.

At least, don't buy an inkjet, and certainly not a cheap one.

On the other hand, if you must have an inkjet, for multi-coloured documents and occasional pictures, Use it, at least once a week.

I second the thought that laser printers are better when the quantity of sheets printed is less. However, I think ink tank printers do not need daily or weekly prints. I have a Canon ink tank printer, and it was unused for 6+ months during lockdown (when we were not in Bangalore). It worked without any issues after that.

If there is a lean month without any printouts required for children, I usually print a couple of photos to keep the ink from drying up.

[ValarMorghulis]

Originally Posted by Thad E Ginathom

My advice... don't.

...

Thanks Thad. I'm going with your advice.
No printer for now.

[Thad E Ginathom]

Originally Posted by ValarMorghulis

Thanks Thad. I'm going with your advice.
No printer for now.

Cheers! But I accept that I have been outvoted by others with different and more recent experience of inkjet printers.

[INJAXN]

Originally Posted by turbodude

While the stores quoted me anywhere between 18.5 to 20k, I could secure the printer from Flipkart for 17,399. Using it for over a month now and performance is great.

The same printer is now selling for 25k on amazon and is out of stock on fk.

I am also looking for a printer for home usage, occasional photo prints but not mandatory. Please suggest any other printers.

[N.A.GTC]

Expanding my tiny office a little and need a new printer.
Main considerations are:
i. fast (often have to print 100s of pages in one go)
ii. cheap ink/toner
iii. WiFi enabled.
Would prefer if it has the option of double-sided printing.
Looking in the 15-20k budget.

I have absolutely zero idea about what a good option would be. Any help from fellow members would be welcome.

[balenoed_]

Originally Posted by N.A.GTC

i. fast (often have to print 100s of pages in one go)
ii. cheap ink/toner
iii. WiFi enabled.
Would prefer if it has the option of double-sided printing.
Looking in the 15-20k budget.

Have been using this for the past one year and very much satisfied. Take a look and explore a little bit:

https://www.hp.com/in-en/shop/hp-sma...er-4sb24a.html

• Fast - Yeah, but not so much. Inkjet printers will be limited to a certain speed. ~10ppm (black).
• Cheap - More or less yes. It is ink tank, so no need of replacing the cartridges very often.
• WiFi - Yes.
• In your budget - Yes.
• Double sided printing - Yes, but manually you will have to flip the papers after one side printing.

[KrisTvpm]

Been using Canon Pixma G3000 midrange inktank printer, purchased 6months ago, quite satisfied with performance. Connects over wifi, and can directly print from mobilephone. Cost roughly 14.5K.

Came with 2 large black ink bottles + 3 each small cyan/magenta/yellow bottles.

Usage is not typical office/business style - just personal docs for self & kids school projects.

But compared to old inkjet printer that runs out of ink within just 50-60 pages, this is going strong even after ~75pages in last 6 months, and ink-level is almost >= 80%.

So, good for personal usage, atleast for me!

[Thad E Ginathom]

Originally Posted by N.A.GTC

Expanding my tiny office a little and need a new printer.

Unless you absolutely must have colour, buy a laser printer.

[deep_bang]

Originally Posted by Thad E Ginathom

Unless you absolutely must have colour, buy a laser printer.

I would have agreed with you a few years ago Thad. But now, the ink tanks are simply so affordable that it would be a great buy for usage like 50 to 100 pages a day. It's not as maintainance free as a laser would be, but the cost of running and color really makes up for it.

Remember one thing: leave the printer on always - this helps the printer run it's calibration activities and also keep the ink nozzles moist so they don't dry up. Even more important if you are not going to use it for extended periods of time like a few weeks.

[N.A.GTC]

Thanks to all for the recommendations!

I don't require colour at all - speed and cost are the only main factors.

Others have also suggested laser printers for their speed. Will look into it. Thanks!

[RBR]

Hello folks,

I'm also in the fray for a multi-function printer for my home/small office purpose. My basic requirements are:
- Multi-function capability (print, copy, scan)
- ADF (Automatic document feeder)
- Duplex scanning
- Wireless connectivity for commands
- B&W/ Color doesn't matter much

Kindly suggest.

Best wishes

[cooldude1988765]

Originally Posted by N.A.GTC

Thanks to all for the recommendations!

I don't require colour at all - speed and cost are the only main factors.

Others have also suggested laser printers for their speed. Will look into it. Thanks!

Brother HL-L2361DN Monochrome Laser Printer with Auto Duplex Printing & Network https://amzn.eu/d/6R8cMoy

I think the above will suit your requirements to a T
Auto duplex, network and large tray capacity.

[Thad E Ginathom]

Originally Posted by cooldude1988765

Brother HL-L2361DN Monochrome Laser Printer with Auto Duplex Printing & Network https://amzn.eu/d/6R8cMoy

That looks like a later model of mine. Looks good.

Be aware (I think, at a glance) that this is wired networking. Needs to be cabled to the router. Still, wireless devices can print to it. That's my setup

[2500cc]

Originally Posted by RBR

Hello folks,

I'm also in the fray for a multi-function printer for my home/small office purpose. My basic requirements are:
- Multi-function capability (print, copy, scan)
- ADF (Automatic document feeder)
- Duplex scanning
- Wireless connectivity for commands
- B&W/ Color doesn't matter much

Kindly suggest.

Best wishes

You have not mentioned your budget.

I bought this printer about 4 months ago and the experience has been good. Costs around 11k, meets all your requirements.

[RBR]

Originally Posted by 2500cc

You have not mentioned your budget.

I bought this printer about 4 months ago and the experience has been good. Costs around 11k, meets all your requirements.

Thank for your response. This has a flatbed scanner, won't do duplex scanning.