Compare Long-Term Costs: Inkjet vs Laser vs Tank Systems
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Best for: Light home use
5-Year Cost: $1,200-$2,000
Cost/Page: $0.15-$0.25
Best for: High volume users
5-Year Cost: $400-$800
Cost/Page: $0.01-$0.05
Best for: Office documents
5-Year Cost: $600-$1,200
Cost/Page: $0.03-$0.07
Best for: Professional docs
5-Year Cost: $1,500-$3,000
Cost/Page: $0.08-$0.15
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Perfect for light home use
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| Usage Level | Pages/Month | Best Choice | 5-Year Cost | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light User | 50-200 |
Budget Inkjet
Canon TS3322
|
$623 | Tank System (+$200) |
| Moderate User | 200-500 |
Tank System
Epson ET-2800
|
$579 | Premium Office (+$388) |
| Heavy User | 500-1000 |
Tank System
Epson ET-2800
|
$729 | Laser B&W (+$118) |
| Business User | 1000+ |
Laser B&W
Brother HL-L2300D
|
$1,247 | Tank System (+$521) |
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