These HP, Canon and Brother printers fit perfectly into my office setup shortlist| Technology News

These brands cover everything from compact home printers to efficient office-ready machines. Their strong software support, easy maintenance and predictable running costs make them safer long-term investments; that’s why this time, when I am setting up my office, I’m picking from these three brands.

This printer uses high-yield ink tanks designed for long, uninterrupted printing, ideal for households or small offices that print frequently without worrying about frequent refills. It supports colour printing, scanning, and copying over USB and Wi‑Fi, making it a flexible hub for everyday documents.

It offers sharp text and vibrant graphics using HP Thermal Inkjet technology and borderless colour printing for photos and projects. Integrated ink tanks are easy to monitor and refill cleanly. Flatbed scanning up to 1200 dpi and HP Smart app support enable convenient mobile printing, cloud scanning, and quick task shortcuts for home and study use.

This model uses refillable ink tanks supporting thousands of pages, making it suitable for families or students printing regularly without frequent cartridge changes. It handles everyday colour documents and homework across USB, Wi‑Fi, and Bluetooth connections.

It adds auto duplex printing for convenient two‑sided output, reducing paper use. HP Smart Tank 670 offers up to 12 ppm black and 7 ppm colour ISO speeds with sharp text and rich colours. Smart‑guided buttons, self‑healing Wi‑Fi, and HP Smart app integration simplify operation, while borderless printing and mobile standards like AirPrint and Mopria support creative and remote printing tasks.

This integrated ink tank printer is designed for users who print regularly and want long intervals between refills, especially for school notes and colour handouts. It runs on HP’s refillable tanks to deliver thousands of pages per set, making per‑page costs low for home users.

It supports colour printing, copying, and flatbed scanning up to 1200 dpi with HP Smart app connectivity for phone‑based printing and scanning. Simple tank windows help monitor ink levels, while thermal inkjet technology provides crisp black text and bright colour graphics suited to homework, tickets, and casual photo projects.

This laser printer is built for users needing reliable page output rather than multi‑function tasks, ideal for text‑heavy workloads and long study notes. It uses a single black toner cartridge that yields around 1,500 pages, making itsuitable for consistent document printing.

HP Laser 1008w prints up to 20 ppm on A4, delivering sharp 1200 x 1200 dpi text. Wireless and Wi‑Fi Direct support allow printing from phones via HP Smart, AirPrint, and Mopria. With a 150‑sheet input tray and a duty cycle of up to 10,000 pages per month, it fits small offices needing compact, efficient mono printing.

This monochrome laser all‑in‑one suits users who print large volumes of black‑and‑white pages, such as notes, invoices, and reports. Its toner and drum system is built for sustained office‑like workloads with relatively economical per‑page costs.

DCP‑L2541DW prints up to 30 ppm and supports automatic duplex printing, wireless networking, and flatbed scanning/copying. A 250‑sheet tray and manual feed slot handle common paper sizes. Wi‑Fi and mobile printing options make it convenient for multiple devices in a shared home or small office environment.

This monochrome all‑in‑one targets users who print mostly black‑and‑white pages, offering reliable output with standard Brother toner. It’s suited for home offices that need steady printing, scanning, and copying without colour requirements.

DCP‑L2520D prints up to 30 ppm with automatic duplex and up to HQ1200 quality for sharp text. USB connectivity keeps setup simple. The 250‑sheet tray supports A4, Letter, and smaller formats. Flatbed scanning up to 600 x 2400 dpi handles document archiving, while its compact footprint fits many small workspaces.

This ink tank printer is designed for users who want to print many colour pages with fewer refills, such as school projects and family documents. Its refillable tanks support thousands of pages from each bottle set, reducing long‑term printing expenses.

DCP‑T226 offers up to 16 ipm mono and 9 ipm colour, with print, scan, and copy functions built in. A 150‑sheet tray handles everyday paper sizes, while USB connectivity and Brother apps support simple home workflows. It’s well-suited for mixed black and colour printing needs at home.

This MegaTank device caters to heavy home or small‑office users who want long‑running ink supplies with minimal cartridge changes. Large refillable tanks provide thousands of black and colour pages, making it ideal for homework, handouts, and occasional photo printing.

PIXMA G3000 prints, scans, and copies, with Wi‑Fi enabling printing from PCs and mobile devices. Canon’s ink system delivers up to 4800 x 1200 dpi resolution for sharp documents and colourful images. An integrated flatbed scanner supports digitising documents, while the compact chassis suits home desks.

This printer is designed for high‑volume colour printing with refillable ink tanks that significantly extend the time between refills. It’s suitable for home offices or study groups relying on frequent mixed text and colour prints.

PIXMA G3770 offers print, scan, and copy functions with wireless connectivity. It supports up to 4800 x 1200 dpi resolution and borderless printing for photos. Canon’s MegaTank system delivers low cost per page, while Wi‑Fi and mobile printing options, including Canon PRINT app, make it easy to operate from phones and laptops.

This cartridge‑based, ink-efficient model targets home and student users looking for lower ink costs than standard cartridges while printing moderate volumes. It suits mixed use, including assignments, forms, and colour references.

PIXMA E560 prints, scans, and copies, with built‑in Wi‑Fi and automatic duplex printing. It supports mobile printing and uses ink-efficient cartridges designed to reduce per‑page costs. Compact design fits easily on a desk, while auto duplex helps save paper for long PDFs and notes.

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