Laser printers are best for high-volume environments and situations where text is printed more often than photos. Laser printers are generally more expensive (and toner is definitely more expensive than ink), but these printers have fewer moving parts, so they last much longer. Laser printers use toner instead of ink, which does not smear as easily and requires no time to dry. Each type has its own strengths and weaknesses. Laser or inkjet?Įpson makes two kinds of printers: laser printers and inkjet printers.
These printers use photo paper, so you can print your own frame-ready pictures. If you’re primarily interested in printing photos and don’t need to print documents, consider buying an Epson photo printer.