Looking for the best home printer that will support all the family? Look no further. Print forms, legal documents, homework, boarding passes, college assignments or photos. Easily print over WiFi from any device including your smartphone. Browse our selection of inkjet and laser home printers and find the right one for you.
Inkjet vs laser printers comparison for home
Choosing between inkjet and laser printers for your home printer depends on your printing habits, budget, and quality needs. Here’s a clear comparison to help you decide:
| Feature |
Inkjet Printer |
Laser Printer |
| Best For |
Photos, colour documents, occasional or moderate home use |
Text-heavy documents, high-volume or frequent printing |
| Print Quality |
Excellent for vivid colours and photo-quality images |
Excellent for sharp black text |
| Cost |
Lower upfront cost; ink can be pricier over time unless using own brand ink cartridges |
Higher initial cost, but lower running cost per page for toner cartridges |
| Ink/Toner Life |
Ink may dry out if unused for long periods |
Toner lasts longer and doesn’t dry out, even with infrequent use |
| Size |
Typically compact and lightweight |
Often larger, especially for colour or multi-function models |
| Maintenance |
Requires occasional cleaning |
Low maintenance and durable for consistent printing |
Inkjet printers make good printers for home if you print in colour and want to keep your upfront costs low. On the other hand, laser printers can be a great choice for lower costs in the long run and ideal for occasional printing with no worry of ink clogging. You can read about the
difference between inkjet and laser printers here.
Features to look out for in home printers
It’s important to choose features that suit your home’s needs. There are some considerations that will allow you to best make a decision.
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Do you need to print in colour? If so, an inkjet printer is the best choice in particular for images or printing photos at home, or a colour laser printer. If not, a black and white laser printer makes an excellent choice.
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Do you need additional advanced options? If you need to print on both sides without flipping the page, you can choose duplex or if you want to automatically feed multiple documents at once in the correct order, you can choose ADF.
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Common questions
What is the best printer for home use?
An inkjet printer is the best choice for home printing. It allows you to print small to medium quantities affordably: up to about 200 per month. Moreover, this small printer is ideal for printing colour photos and documents. At 123ink.ie, you can buy a good inkjet printer for your home at a great price. For more tips, see our article on
the best printer for your home.
How much does a cheap home printer cost?
For around €60, you can buy a very good home inkjet printer at 123ink.ie, suitable for home or small offices. If you also order 123ink’s own-brand cartridges, you'll not only have an affordable printer but also the most cost-effective printing experience.
Looking to buy a budget-friendly printer but still have questions about the ordering process? Check our FAQ page to see if your answer is there. If your question isn't listed, our
customer service team will be happy to help.
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