It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the Epson printers available, but you can cut the list down to a manageable size by finding the sub-brands most appropriate for your needs before looking at details like paper handling, copying, and scanning. We've picked the best Epson printers in multiple use cases, based on our tests and overall evaluations. For more options—from Epson and other manufacturers—check out our favorite inkjet printers and printers overall, as well as our picks for the best photo printers, the best business printers, the best wide-format printers, and the best label printers.

The difference is what’s used to apply content to paper. Laser printers use toner powder, which makes them more expensive and bulkier but longer-lasting for office settings. Inkjet printers use ink and dye, and while they will run out faster than toner, they make for a more affordable, compact package that works best for printing at home and in other less demanding settings.

You’ll know the answer to this question best. You may think you don’t, only to reverse that thought the next time you actually have to print something. That’s why I recommend buying a cheap printer but not going overboard with a model designed to do more than what you need.