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Buying A New Printer? Ask These Questions First And Save On Ink

The next time you buy a printer, here are a few questions to ask first that will keep you from going over-budget on your ink.

How costly is the ink? Don’t get a nasty surprise when you next go to the store to buy ink. Instead, check out the prices beforehand.

Is this the printer I need? It’s not uncommon for some customers to buy more printer than they need—and get stuck paying for expensive ink when the cheap stuff would have worked just fine.

Are colour cartridges separate or 3-in-1? Buy a printer that allows you to replace each colour cartridge separately, and you’ll be able to save money on ink over the life of the printer.

Can I recycle the cartridges for a discount? Some companies will allow you to send cartridges back and may even give you a discount on original manufacturer’s ink if you have some cartridges to trade in.

Do these cartridges have smart chips? Sometimes smart chips will tell printers to freeze up when they sense the cartridge is empty—even if it’s not completely empty—or once an expiration date expires, no matter how much ink you’ve used.

Can I buy compatible cartridges? Compatible cartridges are manufactured by a third party company using the original manufacturer’s specifications, and they can be much cheaper than original cartridges. However, they’re not widely available for all brands.

If you don’t take time to research printer ink costs before buying a printer, you could wind up paying more than you planned on. Consider all these factors, and you should be able to find a printer that meets your needs without breaking your budget.

By: Pete Warrior

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Peter Warrior is managing director of Ink and Media Ltd. An online retailer based in Wickford, Essex, UK. For a selection of ink and toner cartridges by all major brands visit www.inkandmedialtd.co.uk/acatalog/Laser_Toners.html