Printer & Scanner Buying Guides
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Find the Right Printer or Scanner
Three short buying guides from Print Store 360 walk you through the trade-offs that matter most before you buy. Whether you print a dozen pages a month or run a small office on a deadline, the right hardware comes down to volume, speed, ink economics, and the document types you handle every day. Use the dedicated guides below for a focused recommendation, or browse the full catalogue across every brand we carry.
Printers for Home Use
Perfect for families and casual users. Home printers are designed for occasional printing needs, from school projects and family photos to everyday documents. The ideal home printer balances affordability, compact size, and versatility without sacrificing print quality.
Key features
- Affordable upfront cost and ink replacements
- Compact size that fits a desk or shelf
- Multifunction abilities (print, copy, scan)
- Wireless printing from phones, tablets and laptops
- Easy setup with on-screen guidance
- Quiet operation for home environments
What to consider
- Print volume: Home printers work best for under 200 pages per month
- Ink costs: Consider subscription programs for ink savings
- Space: Inkjet all-in-ones offer the best size-to-feature ratio
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi is essential for multi-device households
Printers for Small Business
Built for productivity and reliability. Small business printers are engineered for higher volume output, faster print speeds, and lower cost per page. Whether you are printing invoices, reports, or marketing materials, these workhorses keep your office running smoothly.
Key features
- Fast print speeds (20+ pages per minute)
- High-capacity paper trays (250+ sheets)
- Automatic two-sided printing to save paper
- Network connectivity for team access
- Enhanced security features for sensitive documents
- Lower cost per page for volume printing
What to consider
- Print volume: Laser printers excel at 500+ pages per month
- Color vs mono: Black-and-white laser offers lowest cost for text documents
- Duty cycle: Match printer capacity to your monthly output
- Support: Look for extended warranty and business support options
Printers for Photo Printing
Lab-quality prints at home. Photo printers deliver exceptional color accuracy and detail for printing cherished memories. From dedicated photo printers to versatile all-in-ones with enhanced photo capabilities, find the right solution for your creative projects.
Key features
- High resolution output (4800 x 1200 dpi or higher)
- Multiple ink cartridges for accurate color reproduction
- Borderless photo printing capability
- Support for various photo paper sizes
- Dedicated photo tray for convenient loading
- Color management software included
What to consider
- Ink system: 6+ ink cartridges provide the best color range
- Paper handling: Look for dedicated photo trays and borderless printing
- Size options: Consider if you need larger format prints (up to 13x19)
- Speed: Photo printing is slower than document printing by design
Still not sure which printer or scanner fits your workflow? Our US-based support team is happy to walk through the options with you. Every device ships with a full OEM warranty, free US shipping, and a no-questions return window so you can buy with confidence.