3 important comparisons between laser printers and inkjet printers

1. Printing speed

Laser printers are the clear winner when comparing the speed at which these printers can push out multiple copies. While the difference in actual printing time is negligible, an inkjet printer takes longer to process the information necessary to direct the ink at the page correctly.

 
Whether you are printing in black-and-white or colour, laser printers are generally able to print greater quantities than inkjet printers.

2. Print quality

While today’s laser printers are able to print high-quality images, inkjet printers are still considered to be the better option for printing photos and other colour-intense images. While some laser printers are able to match the image quality of inkjet printers, these units tend to be very expensive.

3. Price

When you look at the prices of different printers, you may notice that inkjet printers are significantly cheaper than laser printers. However, the operating cost of using an inkjet printer is higher than that of a laser printer. Ink cartridges are expensive and tend to run out of ink relatively quickly.

Laser printers, on the other hand, use toner instead of ink. Toner cartridges are significantly cheaper than ink cartridges and last longer because laser printers require very little toner to print documents.

Which printer is best for you?

To know which type of printer is best for you, consider your requirements. Are you the owner of a business that prints numerous documents daily? Then opt for a laser printer. However, if you intend to use your printer at home to print out photos from time to time, an inkjet printer is an effective option.

Once you know exactly what you’ll be using your printer for, you will know whether a laser printer or inkjet printer is best for you.

Take a look at Nashua Electronics’ range of printers, including both laser printers and inkjet printers. Alternatively, see our buyer’s guides, including our guide to printers, for advice on which of our products is right for you.