I’ve finally had it with my Brother MFC-9840CDW. Although it’s a tank in terms of durability, the color output is simply horrible, especially with photos.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a great quality, very accurate, color laser printer? I’d prefer one that has multi-function capabilities if possible. Print, Fax, Scan.
Thanks guys!
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I don’t own either but I was considering both before I went with an (efficient) Epson inkjet.
Canon http://tinyurl.com/bclh9zj
Samsung http://tinyurl.com/bfosltb
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I have the Samsung CLP325W and I am quite happy with it.
The problem with all of these colour lasers is that it is cheaper to buy a new printer than a set of toners.
D
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Todd,
What do you consider efficient? I’ve always liked Epson but the ink prices seem more and they seem to ‘self clean’ more than the others (spit ink into the trough_ waste). I’d like to know which you like.
Frank H.
On Jan 25, 2013, at 9:39 AM, Todd email@hidden wrote:
I don’t own either but I was considering both before I went with an (efficient) Epson inkjet.
Canon http://tinyurl.com/bclh9zj
Samsung http://tinyurl.com/bfosltbTodd
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Hi Frank,
I was sure that I wanted (needed?) a consumer-grade color laser (for home / small office) for 4 reasons:
After doing a fair amount of research it seems that the gap has narrowed quite a bit and some inkjets rival or even exceed the quality and cost-per-page of consumer-grade lasers so I ended up buying an Epson Workhorse 4020 inkjet. It’s stupid fast, the ink, while slightly more expensive than many inkjets lasts a long time for my needs and the print quality for documents (text) is as good as any similarly priced laser if what I’ve read is even remotely accurate. Graphics come out ok but that’s not why I bought it.
My ‘efficient’ comment referred to cost-per-page compared to some of the lasers I was considering. A couple years ago I may have ended up with a laser but for my needs the progress made with inkjets has changed my mind. But like everything there are a lot of factors to consider based on individual needs and requirements.
Todd
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What do you consider efficient? I’ve always liked Epson but the ink prices seem more and they seem to ‘self clean’ more than the others (spit ink into the trough_ waste). I’d like to know which you like.
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Thanks Todd. Stuff I never considered… Amazon Prime $99.
Frank H.
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Hi Frank,
I was sure that I wanted (needed?) a consumer-grade color laser (for home / small office) for 4 reasons:
- The quality, especially with text, was supposed to be far superior to an inkjet.
- Long term cost-per-page was supposed to be significantly lower despite laser cartridges being costly.
- Lasers are much faster.
- Inkjets devour ink.
After doing a fair amount of research it seems that the gap has narrowed quite a bit and some inkjets rival or even exceed the quality and cost-per-page of consumer-grade lasers so I ended up buying an Epson Workhorse 4020 inkjet. It’s stupid fast, the ink, while slightly more expensive than many inkjets lasts a long time for my needs and the print quality for documents (text) is as good as any similarly priced laser if what I’ve read is even remotely accurate. Graphics come out ok but that’s not why I bought it.
My ‘efficient’ comment referred to cost-per-page compared to some of the lasers I was considering. A couple years ago I may have ended up with a laser but for my needs the progress made with inkjets has changed my mind. But like everything there are a lot of factors to consider based on individual needs and requirements.
Todd
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What do you consider efficient? I’ve always liked Epson but the ink prices seem more and they seem to ‘self clean’ more than the others (spit ink into the trough_ waste). I’d like to know which you like.
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I’ve been doing a little research on this and I’m really liking what I’m seeing from Epson–specifically the WorkForce series of printers. I’m also intrigued that Epson has even thought about the creative professional and offers several wide format options.
Now, I just need to decide which one will work best for my studio. 
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I am not up to speed on current generation of Epson printers, but I have shied away from them because of my poor experiences with their inks drying out and clogging up the feeder tubing that transports ink to head after long periods of not printing anything. I subsequently switched to HP and have never had that problem, but they are notoriously expensive on their inks.
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On 28 January 2013 12:10, RavenManiac email@hidden wrote:
I’ve been doing a little research on this and I’m really liking what I’m seeing from Epson–specifically the WorkForce series of printers. I’m also intrigued that Epson has even thought about the creative professional and offers several wide format options.
I’ve had Epson in the past but since switching to Canon would never go
back. (The wide format Epson 1270 qualifies as my most hated printer.)
I now have a Canon iP4500 (Canon Ebay outlet), Canon iX5000 (Aar boot
sale) and Xerox Phaser 8200. One advantage of lasers is that they’re
more tolerant of cheap paper. If you go for an ink jet, though, I’d
recommend getting one uses separate ink tanks. Also, depending on your
use, duplex is worth having.
Roger
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I now have a Canon iP4500 (Canon Ebay outlet), Canon iX5000 (Aar boot
sale) and Xerox Phaser 8200. …
Car boot sale, that should have said. The Xerox was secondhand on
Ebay. Those both cost about £15 each.The iP4500 was about £50 new and
happily used cheap compatible inks bought on Ebay.
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Yes, I definitely will need duplex printing, and hopefully the front to back registration is good.
Todd, which Epson do you have?
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http://tinyurl.com/b4ke8nr which has duplex capability (and Wi-Fi).
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Yes, I definitely will need duplex printing, and hopefully the front to back registration is good.
Todd, which Epson do you have?
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That’s pretty sweet! I especially like the larger ink cartridges. Are you happy with it?
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I’m thinking about this model because I need a wide format printer with duplexing capability:
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I am happy with it and for the money - about $99 (I’ve seen it for $89) - it was, for me, a good purchase. No doubt there are better options but that can be said about most things. Admittedly my printing needs are minimal so I may not be the best person to ask but it does what I want fast and with great quality. It’s my first printer to have duplex and Wi-Fi capability and I don’t know how I ever got along without it.
I did seriously consider the wide format model you mentioned but it probably wasn’t something I really needed.
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That’s pretty sweet! I especially like the larger ink cartridges. Are you happy with it?
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How is the duplex (front to back) registration? I frequently need to proof double sided brochures and other printed materials.
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I also opted against an all-in-one like the one below because I’m wary of any product that tries to do everything. Plus, what if one of the features breaks down? I would rather have separates and optimize quality for the features I need/want. But that’s me.
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I’m thinking about this model because I need a wide format printer with duplexing capability:
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The limited duplex printing I’ve done with it has been for non-creative use so this is not an aspect I’ve scrutinized so I can’t say with certainty how it performs.
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How is the duplex (front to back) registration? I frequently need to proof double sided brochures and other printed materials.
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Although the Brother all-in-one I have is a pile of junk, in terms of color accuracy and expense, I have never had an issue with its multifunctionability. In fact,I frequently use the scan to email and fax features and they all work very well.
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