Buying Guide
Best Printers of 2025
Every pick on this page has been tested by our team. We update rankings quarterly based on retesting, price changes, and new releases. Last updated: March 2025.
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The EcoTank ET-4850 has held our top spot for two consecutive quarters because nothing else comes close on running costs. At roughly 1.3 cents per black page, it's in a league of its own. Print quality is excellent for documents and very good for photos. It's bulky and the initial setup is involved, but for anyone printing more than 80 pages a month, it's the clear choice.
Pros
- Industry-leading ink cost
- Strong text quality
- Auto duplex printing
- Reliable Wi-Fi
Cons
- High upfront price ($349)
- Large footprint
- No ADF scanner
- Fussy initial tank fill
| Quick Scores | |
|---|---|
| Print Quality | 9/10 |
| Ink Cost | 10/10 |
| Speed | 8/10 |
| Value | 9.5/10 |
For buyers who don't want to spend $350 upfront, the Brother MFC-J4335DW is the next best option. Its INKvestment tank system isn't as efficient as Epson's EcoTank, but it still costs substantially less per page than standard cartridge printers. At $179, it delivers excellent value for home offices and households with moderate printing needs.
Pros
- Lower upfront cost
- Good document quality
- Compact design
- Solid app support
Cons
- Average photo output
- Ink cost higher than EcoTank
- Slower than spec
| Quick Scores | |
|---|---|
| Print Quality | 8/10 |
| Ink Cost | 8.5/10 |
| Speed | 8/10 |
| Value | 9/10 |
If you print documents only and want maximum reliability with low per-page cost, nothing beats a monochrome laser. The HL-L2350DW is the stripped-down, efficient choice. It doesn't scan or copy, but it prints fast, toner lasts 3,000 pages, and the build quality is noticeably better than similarly priced inkjets. Recommended for anyone who only ever prints text.