Best budget laser printer for 200 pages per month?

Here’s what the current offer looks like (mostly).

And this is one possible way to go. You can check toner prices via these links on the right; OEM cartridges run about $167 apiece, while the generic ones are closer to $100.

If that’s too steep, head over to Staples. Just play around with the filters on the first link I posted—you can strip out color or Wi-Fi options to see if you can find a better deal...

darkowl72 said:This would be the current deal (mostly).

And this is a potential suggestion. You can check toner prices here at these links, originals go for about $167 each, while replacements are closer to $100.

If that’s too steep, head over to Staples—use the first link I posted and play around with the specs. You could ditch the color or the Wi-Fi just to see how the pricing shifts...

Wow !!! That's a bit pricey for me!! Can you plz send a link for the cheapest black and white laser printer out there?

http://www.nabava.net/pisaci__110?&se=1698

As you can see, the cheapest option here is the HP LaserJet. A compatible toner for it runs about $63, while an original one is closer to $117.. Both the OEM and the third-party toners should get you around 1,000 pages.

Edit: I noticed you mentioned printing books—honestly, a basic B/W laser printer probably won't cut it for you. When you go for the absolute cheapest entry-level model, the cost per page ends up being huge... maybe 2 cents a page at best, which is actually pricier than hitting up a local FedEx Office. It might make sense if you're printing super specialized, expensive textbooks. But since you already have everything in digital formats, I guess it might be worth considering an e-reader instead. It’s probably a better long-term investment, especially if you like reading outside of class.

You didn't mention where you're located, but check if there's a local toner shop nearby that refills cartridges with powder. It’s usually way cheaper—maybe around $27 per cartridge. How many times you can reuse them just depends on the specific model. That might be your best bet for saving some cash.

darkowl72 said:You didn't mention where you're located. Look, check if there's a local supply shop in your area that refills toner cartridges with powder... it’s usually a lot cheaper, maybe around $27 per cartridge. How many times you can reuse them just depends on the specific model. Might be a decent way to save some cash.

I'm based in Washington, D.C. Just please, tell me what to buy as soon as possible because I really need this. I don't even know what an e-ink reader is. I have no clue which one to get, I just want something with good print quality that won't break the bank.

Look, an e-ink reader isn't some printer; it’s a tablet designed specifically for reading books comfortably. You load up a massive library onto it—since they hold so much—and take it wherever you go to read or study. The whole point is that you don't have to lug around heavy, bulky books. It feels like we're slowly phasing out paper, and honestly, we might hit a point where paper becomes obsolete entirely. There are already plenty of newspapers and books out there that you can't even buy in print because the cost of printing and binding is just too high. That said, these e-ink readers aren't really for the old-school crowd who needs to actually feel the pages or spread multiple books out on a desk.

http://www.nabava.net/e-book-reader__1390

As for a standard printer, George Sanders37 gave you the best advice. Getting that cheap HP LaserJet and finding compatible toner everywhere you go in NYC is definitely your best bet... I don't think you'll find anything better for that kind of money...

I’m on the hunt for some solid printer recommendations.

Just looking for something black and white—mostly just printing out text, probably hitting around 800 pages a month. If it has automatic duplexing, even better. Makes life easier.

Thanks 🙂

That’s plenty, and honestly, it's a good deal. Duplex printing is usually reserved for the overpriced models, and you didn't even mention what kind of budget you're working with here...

http://www.nabava.net/pisaci__110/sa...14-a4__4968581

Having automatic duplexing is definitely a nice perk, but it’s certainly not some absolute necessity 😁 I haven't really looked into the specific pricing myself, so I can't say for sure, but my main goal is to find something where the cost per page makes sense in the long run.

Alright, here's the breakdown:

- HP LaserJet, non-duplex = $134, cheapest compatible toner for about 1000 pages = roughly $63
- HP LaserJet, duplex = $249, cheapest compatible toner for about 1000 pages = roughly $57

http://www.amazon.com/toners__600?se...+ove+kriterije

There are all the links and prices right there, so just go figure out which one actually makes sense for you...

By the way, I don't see what it matters if you aren't logged in and can't see the price; you should still know how much cash you're willing to drop on a printer. These are just the budget options—there are plenty that cost way more than this...

Scott Ortiz9 said:Automatic duplexing—it’s more of a nice-to-have than an absolute necessity, I guess. 😁 I'm not really following—so I guess I'm not entirely sure about the price. I guess I’d mostly just want the printing itself to be more cost-effective in the long run.

I'm worried you might be falling into that classic trap—spending way too much upfront compared to what you actually pay per page. Like darkowl72 mentioned, you really need to set a specific budget for yourself. For instance, those entry-level lasers usually only get you about 1,000 pages out of the starter toner that comes in the box. $100Wow !!! I have a Xerox Altalink at the office—the one where the toner... $100 It’s clocked at least 10,000 pages. But when we picked up this copier—this whole multi-function unit, really—back about seven years ago, it cost... $6.75 Plus sales tax.

Personally, I feel like the cost per page on these budget lasers is way too high—especially once you factor in the price of third-party toner. $57At around $0.02 per page—though I’ve noticed local print shops usually charge a bit less—it's a toss-up. Honestly, if you aren't printing much—maybe under 100 pages a month—it might be worth having a cheap laser printer at home just for the sake of convenience... or laziness, I guess. For anything more than that, you really need to look into printers in the several hundred dollar range. Or, like I've mentioned before, if you're looking to print entire books, maybe an e-reader is the better way to go.

What’s everyone’s take on the HP LaserJet Pro printer?
I’m mainly looking for a solid scanner and some quick black-and-white printing capabilities. I won't be hitting it too hard—just a maximum of 100 pages a month. If you guys have any other recommendations that might fit the bill better, please feel free to throw them my way!