How to choose the perfect printer or MFP

Choosing a printer for home or business use involves a surprising number of factors, but it boils down to this: what features do you really need?

There are hundreds of printers and multifunction peripherals (MFPs) on sale and, with occasional exceptions, they all look the same. But buying the right one matters. A hulking colour laser is no use in a cramped home office, while a tiny, slow inkjet won’t help you scale up a burgeoning business. It pays to get your decision right first time. The MFP advantage Probably the easiest choice is whether you need a standalone printer or the added flexibility of an MFP. It makes sense to choose a standalone printer if you already own a scanner or an MFP. If you’re in the latter situation, buy one that complements your existing MFP or addresses its printing weaknesses. That said, it’s often worth buying an MFP even when you don’t think you need one. They…

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