There are two kinds of printer technology: laser and inkjet. You should choose the one that best suits your need and what you will use your printer for. You should also check what type of ink your printer uses. There are currently many printers on the market. But which is best for you? Let me share some information to help you choose.!

Printer Features

Laser printing VS inkjet technology

LASER PRINTERS:

Advantages: Laser printers use laser scanning and electrostatic copying technology. The printing speed is fast and quiet and ideal for printing lots black and white documents and simple charts quickly.

Disadvantages: Since laser printing uses ink toner, the print quality is not detailed so the quality of coloured images and photos can vary.

- INKJET PRINTERS:

Advantages: Inkjet printers work by spraying ink onto paper through nozzles to form patterns and text. Generally, 4-12 inks can be used so the colours are vivid and ideal for printing photos, richly coloured documents, fine text and complex diagrams.

Disadvantages: Due to the high amount of ink used, you need to replace the ink frequently. If the inkjet printer is not used for long durations, the nozzles can become clogged and must be cleaned regularly.

How to choose a printer that’s right for you?

Ink selection

Most laser printers use ink toners while inkjet printers use ink cartridges. Generally, a printer that supports multiple ink cartridges prints richer colours. In recent years, many compatible ink cartridges have appeared on the market. We advise using only original ink cartridges from your printer brand, because incompatible ink cartridges could cause serious blockage of the print head and even damage your printer!

Special functions

Wireless printing:[Shop Now]

Printers in the past had to be connected by a USB cable to transfer files and print from your computer. Nowadays, personal and home printers are equipped with wireless printing function. Once your printer is connected to a wireless network, files can be transferred and printed easily. Multiple mobile phones, computers, tablet computers and other devices can also be connected to the printer and print directly. This is ideal for those with a small office space and for home.

Google Cloud Print™:[Shop Now]

Some printers are equipped with Google Cloud Print™ technology. This means the printer is connected to the Google Cloud and you can print remotely via "Google Cloud Print™" without connecting to a computer. This is convenient and saves time. Print files in advance and select which files to print directly without downloading the files to a computer or mobile device.

All-in-one function:[Shop Now]

There are many all-in-one printers on the market. Most common are those that offer colour printing, scanning and photocopying all in one machine. Some even come with a fax function which can be ideal for small offices.

Double-sided scanning:[Shop Now]

Printers equipped with a scanning function are common, but some advanced models offer double-sided scanning. After placing a two-sided document on the scanner, you can scan both sides simultaneously. This lets you print faster than single-sided scanning.

Photo Printer:[Shop Now]

There are different kinds of mobile photo printers in the market nowadays. Apart from supporting Bluetooth connection, some of the printers even use thermal sublimation technology to enhance the quality of the printed photos. It is also easy for users to carry around, so you can keep your memories for a long time anywhere, anytime.

Label Printer:[Shop Now]

With just a smart phone, users can connect to the label maker via Bluetooth, and then edit, design and print the personalized labels. The steps are simple and easy to use, and the labels are durable and of high quality.

Hot brands: CANON，BROTHER，EPSON，HP

Recommended products: CANON PIXMA TR4570 All in one printer，BROTHER DCPJ572DW All in one Color Inkjet Printer，EPSON XP-4101 All in one printer

Q&A

1. Can all printers print photos on photo paper?

There are many different sizes and types of photo paper. Find out if the printer you buy supports the size of the photo paper you want. Many printers on the market do not support photo paper so be sure to check this out!

2. How often do I need to clean the printer nozzle?

If broken lines appear during printing, the colour is uneven, or there are white streaks or other abnormalities; you need to clean the print head. Most printers come with built-in cleaning functions. Just press a button to complete cleaning. Do not clean the printer nozzle repeatedly because this causes unnecessary wear and tear. If the printing result is still unsatisfactory after cleaning, make enquiries at the maintenance and after-sales centre.