Anything you want to print, there is a printer for that and all you need to do is to know the various types of printers and the work they do so that you can buy the right printer for your home or work area. But selecting the right printer is quite difficult because of the various options available in the market. In this article, we will help you identify various printers and you will also know their functions so that it can be easier for you to buy the right printer. The first question you need to ask yourself before you buy a printer is, how much do you plan on printing?

Things to consider  when buying a printer

• Printing speed

The printing speed is the most important feature of any particular printer and the size is one of the things that determine how fast or how slow your printer will print. When it comes to small printers, they have been designed for low-volume routines and they can only print 5 ppm when certain settings have been placed while bigger printers produce up to 70 ppm. If you mostly print single-page manuscripts then you will prefer a slower printer.

As a business owner, you need to make sure you check the ppm of your printer before you buy it and you need to make sure you get a printer that is fast because of all the manuscripts you will be producing in a day.

• Whether it’s single-functional or multifunctional

When it comes to single-functioning printers, they offer you a few print functionalities such as low cost at checkout and overtime and the printing speed is fast. This particular printer is great for businesses that print heavy manuscripts but use other devices to scan and copy the same manuscripts. Whereas a multifunctional printer offers you the chance to scan and copy documents using the same printer. They also help you to fax documents, but today it’s not quite common. It also offers you photo support, something you won’t find in a single-function printer. Also when it comes to wide format printing you need to have a multifunctional printer.

• Ink or toner substitute

In case you are buying a home printer and you are using it to print low volumes, you don’t have to use much money on a pricey printer since you can find something affordable that works for you. The only expense comes in when you have to buy ink for your printer or when it’s time to replace the ink. Before you purchase a printer that needs ink make sure you ask about the cost of replacing a printer since it’s more expensive than buying the printer.

• Inkjet vs laser

Inkjet and laser printers are good, but the difference comes in when it comes to the work you want your printer to carry out. Inkjets produce documents with amazing ink and are affordable compared to laser printers. But when your main concern is speed opt for laser printers.

Conclusion

Observe the tips listed above so that it can be easier for you to buy the right printer for your home or office.