Having a reliable printer is mission-critical for most businesses. And in the interest of a healthy bottom line, affordability matters, too.
As you’re shopping for your next printer, you’ll find it well worth your while to do your homework and make an informed decision.
To help you in that effort, here’s a checklist of some key considerations to keep in mind as you compare printer models.
Four Things to Think About When Purchasing an HP or Brother Printer
What functions do I need?
Consider the types of print materials, documents, spreadsheets, and other files you deal with in the course of your business. What do you need to do with them and how do you share them with others? From there, you can determine what features your printer should have (for example, duplex and color printing; wireless connectivity; and faxing, copying, and scanning capabilities). Also assess if you’ll need any extras, such as extra paper trays, envelope feeders, finishing capabilities, or the ability to handle large paper sizes.
How much do I print?
For optimal cost-effectiveness, you’ll want to look for a printer that can handle your volume of printing. Typically, inkjet printers work well for smaller print volumes, and laser printers serve large-volume print needs more efficiently. Research the average monthly duty cycle (maximum number of pages the device can print monthly without failing) of a printer to make sure it can stand up to the demand your business will place on it. Aim for choosing a printer that has a duty cycle well beyond your print volume, so you know it’s built to handle your needs.
What level of print quality do I need?
For business use, you’ll naturally want a higher print quality than if you’re using a printer for personal purposes. What you print will make an impression on your customers, whether its simple documents and spreadsheets or marketing materials.
How much do I want to spend?
To determine how much you’ll need to budget for a printer, consider not only the upfront costs to buy the machine but also the total cost of ownership. Ongoing costs over the life of the printer include paper, energy consumption to run the printer, and toner cartridges. As you’re comparing printers, check the toner yield to find out how many pages you can expect their cartridges to produce before they run out. Sometimes a printer with a loftier price point will end up costing far less over time than a lower priced printer because its toner cartridges have a significantly higher yield. If you’re looking for a reliable printer but have sticker shock at the price of buying new, you may want to look at used printers that have been refurbished to provide excellent performance at a lower price tag.
Benefits of Buying an HP or Brother Printer Through Laser Lab
At Laser Lab, we’re here to answer your questions and guide you to the printer that will satisfy all your business’s needs. When you buy from us, you get:
- Access to printer models that big chain stores do not carry
- Discounts to save you big money
- The option of an agreement through which you pay a monthly fee for what you print (Toner, parts, and service are all covered in that monthly fee.)
- Responsive support service (from installation and beyond)
Check out our current money-saving offers below, and contact us to discuss which printer will best serve your company’s printing needs.
HP LJ Pro 400 M401dn
*Extra Tray Included
Sale Price = $179
Regular Price – $299
Brother MFC-L6900DW
Instant Rebate – $40