The Brother MFC-J4355DW replaces the MFC-J4335DW, but this is not a dramatic generational leap. Brother kept the same basic formula: a compact INKvestment all-in-one with fast document printing, a 20-sheet automatic document feeder, automatic two-sided printing, fax, a 150-sheet paper tray, and unusually high cartridge yields for a conventional inkjet. The biggest changes are less … Read more
The best printer for cardstock is not simply the printer with the highest print resolution. For cards, invitations, crafts, art prints, and other heavy-media projects, paper handling matters just as much as print quality. A printer can produce beautiful photos and still be frustrating with cardstock if the paper path bends too sharply, the rear … Read more
If the MF656Cdw is discounted, don’t automatically assume the MF665Cdw is worth paying more for. Canon improved the newer printer, but this is an evolution rather than a completely different machine. The newer Canon Color imageCLASS MF665Cdw is faster, slightly smaller, uses newer toner, and produces somewhat crisper output in independent testing. But the older … Read more
A $100 printer can cost more to own than a $400 printer. The difference is usually hiding in the ink or toner. Use the Printer Cost Per Page Calculator below to compare two printers using their purchase price, replacement ink or toner cost, rated page yield, paper cost, and your actual monthly printing volume. Unlike … Read more
If you only print occasionally, the best printer is not necessarily the one with the cheapest ink. It is the one that still works when you need it. That distinction matters because inkjet printers use liquid ink. Leave one unused long enough and the ink around the printhead can dry, potentially causing missing lines, poor … Read more
The Epson EcoTank ET-3950 and ET-4950 sit unusually close together in Epson’s current EcoTank lineup. At first glance, the higher model number makes the ET-4950 look like the noticeably more capable printer. That is not really what is happening. Both printers use the same basic EcoTank platform, have the same rated print speeds, hold the … Read more
If you’re wondering “Do you need a photo printer?” you’re already ahead of most buyers. Because the truth is: a lot of people buy a “photo printer” when what they really needed was a printer that’s simply photo-ready, good enough for occasional family prints without the extra cost, complexity, and workflow. Here’s the verdict up … Read more
If you want your inkjet printer to last longer, and stop doing that annoying “cleaning cycle” right when you need it, monthly maintenance is the sweet spot. This inkjet printer maintenance guide will help you know exactly what to do. Here’s the verdict up front: This guide is the exact monthly checklist I wish every … Read more
If you’re comparing printers and keep seeing ADF vs Duplex vs Tray Capacity, you’re already in the “smart buyer” zone. These aren’t flashy specs, but they determine whether a printer feels effortless or annoying for the next 3–5 years. Here’s the verdict up front: Most competitor guides list these features. Very few tell you how … Read more
Want to learn how to prevent inkjet clogs? If you’re here because your printer clogs, cleans itself constantly, or prints with missing lines, good news: Most inkjet clogs are preventable with a tiny, predictable routine. Here’s the verdict up front: This guide gives you the exact routine (plus what to do if you already see … Read more