Looking for a new all-in-one printer
Dec 4, 2019 15:24:11 #
I have posted this in the printer/printing section and also posting it her to get a larger audience.
Due to OS incompatibilities we are looking for a new all-in-one printer/scanner/copier. We currently have an Epson Artisan 837 that fits our needs. However from what I can determine it likely will not function if and when I upgrade our Macs to Catalina. My wife will only consider all-in-ones so recommendations for other types are not to be considered. Also we do very little photo printing. After a recent camera club presentation a speaker from Red River Paper suggested the Epson XP-8500 which is a six color unit like our current printer.
The question is: Can you recommend an all-in-one and/or are you familiar with the XP-8500.
Thank you in advance.
Bill
Due to OS incompatibilities we are looking for a new all-in-one printer/scanner/copier. We currently have an Epson Artisan 837 that fits our needs. However from what I can determine it likely will not function if and when I upgrade our Macs to Catalina. My wife will only consider all-in-ones so recommendations for other types are not to be considered. Also we do very little photo printing. After a recent camera club presentation a speaker from Red River Paper suggested the Epson XP-8500 which is a six color unit like our current printer.
The question is: Can you recommend an all-in-one and/or are you familiar with the XP-8500.
Thank you in advance.
Bill
Dec 4, 2019 16:17:50 #
I've had a Canon MX-920 for a year or two and like it.
But that model has probably been superseded....
But that model has probably been superseded....
Dec 4, 2019 17:24:31 #
Dec 4, 2019 19:05:01 #
usken65 wrote:
Hp has always worked for me
I never liked throwing out a tri-color ink cartridge when one color ran out.
Dec 5, 2019 06:53:14 #
Longshadow wrote:
I never liked throwing out a tri-color ink cartridge when one color ran out.
HP has printers now that has separate ink colors to choose from if one so chooses HP
Dec 5, 2019 07:42:51 #
Hp are ink hogs. We have a 5500 series and it sucks up the ink and there is no way to adjust to say draft levels of ink to reduce usage.
Dec 5, 2019 07:45:17 #
wjones8637 wrote:
I have posted this in the printer/printing section... (show quote)
We've been using a Brother MFC, surprisingly good photo prints and reasonable on the ink cost, Bob.
BTW 3 color and 1 B&W ink tank.
Dec 5, 2019 08:22:26 #
Xanadu
Loc: Clay County FL
My tolerance for HP and their ink consumption expired some time ago. They almost give the printer away and then have their way with you when you need ink - over and over and over.
I currently use a Brother (MFC J985 DW). I am satisfied with both input and output. However, it is not touted as a great photo printer.
I currently use a Brother (MFC J985 DW). I am satisfied with both input and output. However, it is not touted as a great photo printer.
Dec 5, 2019 08:24:48 #
kubota king wrote:
HP has printers now that has separate ink colors to choose from if one so chooses HP
Finally!
Dec 5, 2019 09:36:01 #
OlinBost
Loc: Marietta, Ga.
I will never buy a printer that has the print heads built in. When the heads go bad pitch the printer. I have several older printers that the ink and print head are one. They never die and produce great prints.
Dec 5, 2019 09:37:33 #
ottopj
Loc: Annapolis, MD USA
My wife and I each have an HP Office Jet Pro 8720. Both very happy. My second one. First one lasted 8 years. They cost right around $300.
Dec 5, 2019 11:39:01 #
Picture Taker
Loc: Michigan Thumb
All in one may or may not give you the photo print quality you want.
Dec 5, 2019 11:41:35 #
We had several H/P's and none lasted as long as our current Epson that is around 6 years old.
Dec 5, 2019 11:45:41 #
Picture Taker wrote:
All in one may or may not give you the photo print quality you want.
True, the quality of the all-in-one doesn't match a dedicated photo printer, but the Epson we currently have meets our needs.
Dec 5, 2019 11:56:11 #
Years ago when my HP mono laser printer was wearing out I went looking for a new printer. After having several HP printers over the years my primary consideration for a new printer was "anything but a Hewlett-Packard".
Currently I have a Xerox All-in-One color laser printer for everyday use and a Canon Pro 100 for prints. I got the Xerox printer at Costco for about $150, down from $400.
Currently I have a Xerox All-in-One color laser printer for everyday use and a Canon Pro 100 for prints. I got the Xerox printer at Costco for about $150, down from $400.
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