Consumer Reports has tested all the printers in this list. This gives you a reliable opinion on the printers' quality. The report also gives an estimate of the cost of each printer over the long-term. This will help you choose the right printer for you. We'll be discussing the Epson Expression Premium XP620 printer, the HP OfficeJet Pro 8710 printer, and the Canon MegaTank printing device.
Epson Expression Premium XP-620
The Epson Expression Premium XP620 All In One Inkjet Printer provides unbeatable photo quality. This printer produces borderless prints up 8"x10", and a 2.7" LCD display. This printer also has wireless connectivity. It produces sharp text as well as graphics. The printer is affordable at $130 and the ink costs are very low.
The Epson Expression Premium XP-620 is a Consumer Reports Best Buy. Its features include Wi-Fi direct printing, email printing, and remote printing. It also includes an SD media cards slot, which allows users to print directly off SD cards.
This printer saves money by using EcoTank to store ink cartridges. It can store ink for up to 2 years. Although it costs more than other printers, it eliminates the need for costly replacements. If you need a low cost home MFP, this is something to consider.
HP OfficeJet Pro 8710
The HP OfficeJet Pro 8710 color all-in one printer is a high-quality, top-quality model. It offers a variety of great features. Its capabilities include printing, copying, scanning, and wireless connectivity. It also comes equipped with four ink-ready carts. This printer is ideal for home office or small workgroups of up to five people.
The HP printer has a fab 850-page print capacity for black ink, and 420 pages for color ink. The printer costs only 2.2 cents a page for black ink, and 8.9 cents a page for color. Inkjet printing is also available with a 6-month trial.
The HP OfficeJet Pro 8710 printer is a fantastic printer. It was launched in 2007. This printer has many modern features but is still affordable and offers excellent value for money. HP offers excellent customer support in the U.S., as well as decent support for its printer. But it isn't worth it to purchase it at its launch price.
Canon MegaTank printers
The Canon MegaTank PIXMA G3260 is a part of the Printers--All-in-One test program. This program rates different models of printers based on their print quality. Higher scores are indicative of better quality and more consistent type and curves. The test also measures the speed at which five pages can be printed. Generally, a printer that takes less than 14 seconds to print five pages is rated Excellent. A printer that takes 29 seconds or more to print five pages is rated Fair. A printer that takes 39 seconds or more is rated Poor.
Canon MegaTank Pixma G4210 - The Pixma G4210 all-in-one tank printer costs $300, which is $300 less than an equivalent model using inkjet cartridges. The running costs of this printer are $18/page after three years and $30/year after five years. This makes it more affordable than an inkjet model, which can save the user $300. The Canon MegaTank G3202 tank-printer is even more cost effective. A typical user prints 35 pages per monthly, so a super-tank model can save you time and money.