The Best Inkjet Computer Printers under $300
Brother MFC-J6930DW
★ Top Choice
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From $279.54
Features
- FOR USE WITH BROTHER GENUINE INKS: LC3019Y, LC3019M, LC3019C, LC3019BK, LC30193PK, LC3017Y, LC3017M, LC3017C, LC3017BK, LC30173PK, LC30172PK.
- PRINT, COPY, SCAN, FAX: The MFCJ6930DW is a complete office solution, allowing you to print, copy, scan, and fax documents at your own pace.
- Reduction/Enlargement: 25%-400%.
- AUTOMATIC DUPLEX PRINTING: With single-pass, 2-sided copy/scan, this Business Smart Plus Series All-in-One can help save time, money, and resources.
- 500-SHEET PAPER TRAY: The Brother Business Smart Plus Series Color Inkjet All-in-One has 500-sheet dual paper tray total capacity for improved efficiency.
- AMAZON DASH REPLENISHMENT ENABLED: Upon activation, Amazon Dash Replenishment measures the toner level and orders more from Amazon when it’s low.
Pros
- ⊕ Incredible speed.
- ⊕ Low running costs.
- ⊕ Low running costs.
- ⊕ Competitively fast.
- ⊕ Three paper input sources.
Cons
- ⊖ Subpar graphics.
Best for Speed
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Brother MFC-J985DW with INKvestment Cartridges
♥ Runner Up
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From $279.88
Features
- WARRANTY: The Brother MFC J985DW Printer comes with a two year limited warranty and free phone, email and chat support for the life of the product.
- COST EFFECTIVE: Brother INK vestment cartridges printing for less than one cent per page for black and white and less than five cents per page in color. Color ISO Based Max Print Speed : 10 ppm.
- Scanner Type Flatbed with ADF (Standard or Optional).
- WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY: Print and scan documents from virtually any location with Wi Fi connectivity with the assistance of Wi Fi Direct.
- BUSINESS CAPABLE: Automatic duplex two sided printing, up to 20 sheet ADF, and connectivity to desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and tablets.
- AMAZON DASH REPLENISHMENT ENABLED: Upon activation, Amazon Dash Replenishment measures the toner level and orders more from Amazon when it’s low.
Pros
- ⊕ Fast scanning and copying.
- ⊕ Sharp, fast text printing.
- ⊕ Extremely efficient ink use.
- ⊕ Above-average photo quality.
Cons
- ⊖ Low paper capacity.
- ⊖ Slow color printing.
- ⊖ Subpar graphics and photos.
- ⊖ No direct USB to PC connection.
Specs
- Type of Printer: Color inkjet.
- Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 13.4 x 6.8 in.
- Number of Trays: 1 (100 sheets) + manual feed.
Best Printer/Copier/Scanner
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Epson WorkForce WF-100
Best for Business Travelers
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From $295.44
Features
- Print from iPad, iPhone, tablets and smartphones.
- World's lightest and smallest mobile printer.
- Built in, rechargeable lithium ion battery.
- Easy battery charging via USB or AC adapter.
- This printer is designed for use with Epson cartridges only, not third party cartridges or ink; Cartridges described as Compatible, Remanufactured, refilled or refillable may not work properly or at all; See product description for more details.
Pros
- ⊕ Compact.
- ⊕ LCD screen.
- ⊕ Auto power off.
- ⊕ Small and light.
- ⊕ Incredibly compact.
Cons
- ⊖ Slow.
- ⊖ Slow print speed.
- ⊖ High running costs.
- ⊖ Lower photo resolution.
- ⊖ Some color fading issues.
Specs
- Number of Ink Colors: 4.
- LCD Preview Screen: no.
- Maximum Standard Paper Size: Legal.
- Color or Monochrome: 1-pass color.
Best for Business Travelers
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Runner-Up, Best Overall
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Epson Expression Photo HD XP-15000
Best Wide-Format
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From $299.99
Features
- Convenient printing features supports auto 2 sided document printing, with a 200 sheet front tray.
- This printer is designed for use with Epson cartridges only, not third party cartridges or ink; Cartridges described as Compatible, Re manufactured, refilled or refillable may not work properly or at all; See product description for more details.
- Individual 6 color Claria photo HD ink includes red and gray inks for an ultra wide color gamut and enhanced black and white prints.
- Ultra compact wide format A3+ printer 30 percent smaller than its predecessor (2); Easily fits on your desktop.
- Professional ultra HD photo quality get brilliant border less prints upto 13 inches X 19 inches.
- Professional projects: Made easy features a 50 sheet rear tray for specialty media, including cardstock (1); Accommodates a variety of paper finishes and border less sizes from 4 inches X 6 inches To 13 inches X 19 inches.
- Never run out of ink again printer features Dash Replenishment which, after activation, keeps track of your ink usage and orders more from when you are running low.
Pros
- ⊕ Small and lightweight.
- ⊕ Excellent photo quality.
Cons
- ⊖ Slow print speeds.
- ⊖ Running costs are high.
Best Wide Format
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