Home printers are no longer a luxury but a necessity
In the past year, as many of us have moved work and learning into the home, the printer has become an essential part of the household. As shared printers have become less affordable, many of us have decided to buy a personal printer. This article is for those who are considering whether to buy a laser or inkjet printer.
Operating principle
Laser printers work by sprinkling toner powder onto paper, which is then heated in a drum. Inkjet printers spread tiny droplets of ink onto a sheet of paper. If you work in design or architecture and precision is important, a laser printer is a better choice.
Cartridges and maintenance
Both laser and inkjet printers use cartridges, and while inkjet cartridges are often thought to be cheaper, in reality both types have cartridges at different prices.
Print speed
Laser printers print faster than inkjet printers. Their print speeds range from 18 to 80 pages per minute (ppm), while inkjet printers have speeds of 8-22 ppm.
Colour or monochrome printing
Both types of printers can print in colour and black/white. It is important to note whether the model you choose has the required functionality.
Connections and connectivity
Printers can have USB, Wi-Fi or network card connections - it doesn't depend on whether it's a laser or an inkjet printer.
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Printer resolution is measured in dots per inch (dpi). Inkjet printers generally have a higher dpi than laser printers, offering between 4800 x 1200 and 9600 x 2400 dpi compared to 600 x 600 or 1200 x 1200 dpi for laser printers.
Other printer types
In addition to laser and inkjet printers, there are other types of printers, such as 3D printers, multifunction printers that can print, fax, scan and copy, and LED printers, which are energy-efficient and quiet.
Looking at the advantages and disadvantages of each type can help you decide which printer is best for your home - laser, inkjet or perhaps another type.
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