This is my first printer that uses ink tanks, and it’s so satisfying watching them fill up from the ink bottles. This seems like such a more cost effective and environmentally friendly way to print too.

We just returned out Epson ET-2850 due to it churning out unusable prints. I researched and it looks like Brother is the go to recommended brand around here. I would like to try out a laser printer but the only one that does color is the MFC-L8895CDW at $650 which is quite steep for a household that doesn't print much but needs a printer that will just work for years to come. Were sick of constant issues so if going this route gives us a reliable printer we will spring for it.

Next question about the above, is the MFC-L8895CDW DRM protected? The Brother's brand toner is quite expensive compared to aftermarket cartridges that it says it takes (TN-436)

This printer will be $80 off in a few days and I was debating on getting a new printer because my current one costs way too much in ink, and since I don’t use it often the ink dispensers dry out.

I would get a laser printer, but I need color. I also only need to print once a month. So, getting a color laser printer is quite spendy for my needs. Laser printers also tend to take up a lot of space.

What I need to know:

1. If I don’t use this often will it have an issue with drying out?

2. Is this printer worth getting if I only print stuff once a month? I don’t have an option to go somewhere to get things printer because I need to print things on the fly, especially if there are changes in the info I’m printing

3. Does the WiFi/AirPrint work well? I use a Mac and iPhone, so AirPrint working well is a must.

4. How big is this thing?

Thanks for any feedback on this printer!

I'm looking for a new printer and prefer to buy from Costco. I do NOT care about scanning or fax, all I need is low maintenance and color printing (doesn't need to be high photo quality). It will be used in a home setting. I often go 2 months without printing, but might have to print 50 pages then. Budget is $300 unless you convince me otherwise. I thought about the Epson EcoTank, but apparently they're not a good choice if you don't print often. Thanks!

Edit: I followed the advice given, and just put a Costco order in for the Brother HLL3290CDWB. Thanks everyone!!!!

Has anyone used these printers? The only difference seems to be the Fax feature, but I'm not completely sure — are there any other differences? Which one would you recommend? I'm also open to suggestions for other brands or models. Thanks