TOP PICKS
SaleBestseller No. 1 −42%
Canon MegaTank G3270 All-in-One Wireless Color Printer
- Wireless Print/Copy/Scan
- Up to 2 years of ink included (2)
- Print up to 6,000 black & white / 7,700 color pages using a single set of inks! (1)
- Save up to $1,000 on ink (1)
- 1.35” Square LCD display
Bestseller No. 2
HP Smart Tank 5003 Ink Tank Printer | 3 Years of Ink Included | All-in-One
- THE LAST PRINTER YOU'LL EVER NEED – Set it up once and print with confidence; no complicated maintenance, just easy, reliable printing you can count on
- FULLY LOADED WITH SAVINGS – Best for low-cost, high-volume printing—up to 3 years of HP Ink included; get up to 6,000 color or black pages right out of the box
- KEY FEATURES – Print, copy and scan, plus borderless prints, mobile and wireless printing
- MESS-FREE REFILL – Replenish ink with HP's easy-access, mess-free refill system; simply plug the ink bottles into this cartridge-free ink tank and let them drain—no squeezing, no spilling
- BEST PRINT QUALITY, PERIOD – Sharper text, richer colors, only with HP Smart Tank
SaleBestseller No. 3 −34%
Canon PIXMA TR160 Color Wireless Portable Printer
- LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE - Connect and print on the go with the PIXMA TR160. This lightweight portable printer can fit into a bag or backpack with room to spare.
- HIGH-QUALITY PRINTING ON THE GO - Print documents and photos up to 8.5” x 11” that showcase sharp black text and vibrant details with rich color thanks to a 5-Color Hybrid Ink System, including square and borderless prints.
- SIMPLE & EASY CONNECTIVITY - Printing is only an app away when using the Canon PRINT app, Apple AirPrint4, or Mopria Print Service5 with your compatible device(s) or the cloud.
- WIRELESS DIRECT MODE - Connect your compatible device to the printer even without a wireless router.
- 1.44” OLED DISPLAY - Easily check ink levels, printer status, and other settings with the 1.44” Monochrome OLED.
Bestseller No. 4
Epson EcoTank ET-2903 Wireless All-in-One Color Supertank Printer with up to 3 Years of Ink, Refillable Tanks, Perfect for Home, 11 PPM, 1.44" Color Screen, Built-in Scanner – White
- Epson EcoTank includes enough ink to last up to 3 years⁴.
- WORRY-FREE PRINTING — Epson EcoTank comes with enough ink to print up to 3,600 pages black/6,500 color⁹ for fewer out-of-ink frustrations. Each replacement ink bottle set is equivalent to about 80 cartridges¹⁰
- SIMPLE INK REFILLING — Supersized ink tanks and uniquely keyed EcoFit bottles make refilling ink simple—no mess, no stress and no ink bottle mix-ups; fits in virtually any workspace
- THE WORLD’S #1 SELLING SUPERTANK PRINTER² — Epson invented EcoTank to revolutionize the way people print; we’ve sold 100 million EcoTanks worldwide⁷ and this is our 7th generation of cartridge-free printers
- KEY PRODUCTIVITY FEATURES — 11 black/6 color ISO ppm print speeds with zero warmup time, 100-sheet paper tray, high-resolution flatbed scanner and a 1.44" color display for simple navigation
Bestseller No. 5
HP Envy 6555e Color Inkjet Printer | Wireless | All-in-One
- The Envy 6555e is perfect for homes printing everyday quality color documents like homework and borderless photos. Print speeds up to 7 ppm color, 10 ppm black.
- PERFECTLY FORMATTED PRINTS WITH HP AI – Print web pages and emails with precision—no wasted pages or awkward layouts; HP AI easily removes unwanted content, so your prints are just the way you want
- KEY FEATURES – Color print, copy and scan, plus auto 2-sided printing, a 35-sheet auto document feeder and a 100-sheet input tray
- HP'S MOST INTUITIVE COLOR TOUCHSCREEN – Smoothly navigate your printer with the easy-to-use 2.4" touchscreen
- 3 MONTHS OF INSTANT INK WITH HP+ ACTIVATION – Subscribe to Instant Ink delivery service to get ink delivered directly to your door before you run out. After 3 months, monthly fee applies unless cancelled.
SaleBestseller No. 6 −33%
HP Envy Photo 7975 Wireless Color Inkjet Photo Printer, Print, scan, Copy, Easy Setup, Mobile Printing, Best-for-Home, 3 Month Instant Ink Trial Included, AI-Enabled (B63K3A)
- From America's most trusted printer brand, the HP Envy Photo 7975 is a premium multi-purpose home printer with everything families need to learn, work, and create. Loaded with features to print high-quality photos, homework, office docs and everything else. It's also AI-enabled to intuitively adapt to your workflow, with wireless and security features that keep your multifunction printer up to date and secure.
- PERFECT FOR HOME - The HP Envy Photo 7975 is great for printing documents, high-quality true-to-screen borderless photos, creative projects and more. Print speeds up to 10 pages per minute color, 15 pages per minute black.
- PERFECTLY FORMATTED PRINTS WITH HP AI - Print web pages and emails with precision-no wasted pages or awkward layouts; HP AI easily removes unwanted content, so your prints are just the way you want.
- KEY FEATURES - Print, copy, scan, automatic 2-sided printing, advanced photo features, separate photo tray, auto document feeder, mobile and wireless printing.
- EFFORTLESS PRINTING - Smoothly navigate printing with a large intuitive printer color touchscreen.
Bestseller No. 7
HP OfficeJet Pro 8135 Wireless All-in-One Color Inkjet Printer, Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, ADF, Duplex Printing Best-for-Home-Office, 3 Month Trial of Instant Ink Included, AI-Capable (C2VK1A)
- FROM AMERICA'S MOST TRUSTED PRINTER BRAND – The OfficeJet Pro 8135 is perfect for home offices printing professional-quality color documents like business documents, reports, presentations and flyers. Print speeds up to 20 ppm black, 10 ppm color.
- 3 MONTH TRIAL OF INSTANT INK INCLUDED – Subscribe to the Instant Ink delivery service to get ink delivered directly to your door before you run out, and you save up to 50% on ink; after 3 months, a monthly fee applies unless cancelled
- KEY FEATURES – Fast color printing, scan, copy, fax, auto 2-sided printing, auto document feeder, and a 225-sheet input tray
- 2.7-INCH TOUCHSCREEN – Quickly navigate your printer with a large color touchscreen and a phone-like user interface
- WIRELESS PRINTING – Stay connected with our most reliable dual-band Wi-Fi, which automatically detects and resolves connection issues
Bestseller No. 8
HP Smart Tank 5003 Ink Tank Printer | 3 Years of Ink Included | All-in-One
- THE LAST PRINTER YOU'LL EVER NEED – Set it up once and print with confidence; no complicated maintenance, just easy, reliable printing you can count on
- FULLY LOADED WITH SAVINGS – Best for low-cost, high-volume printing—up to 3 years of HP Ink included; get up to 6,000 color or black pages right out of the box
- KEY FEATURES – Print, copy and scan, plus borderless prints, mobile and wireless printing
- MESS-FREE REFILL – Replenish ink with HP's easy-access, mess-free refill system; simply plug the ink bottles into this cartridge-free ink tank and let them drain—no squeezing, no spilling
- BEST PRINT QUALITY, PERIOD – Sharper text, richer colors, only with HP Smart Tank
SaleBestseller No. 9 −26%
Canon Megatank G3290 All-in-One Wireless Printer
- Wireless Print/Copy/Scan (2)
- Up to 2 years of ink included
- Print up to 6,000 black & white / 7,700 color pages using a single set of inks! (1)
- Save up to $1,000 on ink (1)
- 2.7” LCD Color Touchscreen
BUYING GUIDES
1. Type of Printer: There are inkjet printers and laser printers. Inkjet printers are versatile, capable of printing everything from essays to photos, but they typically have a higher cost per page compared to laser printers. Laser printers are faster, have a lower cost per page, and are ideal if you mainly print text-based documents.
2. Size and Portability: Dorm rooms are typically not spacious, so you’ll want a compact printer that doesn’t take up too much room. Some printers are also portable, making it easy to move them around if necessary.
3. Print Speed: This is usually measured in pages per minute (PPM). If you frequently have to print out lengthy readings or essays, a printer with a higher PPM can save you time.
4. Print Quality: If you’re printing basic text documents, a standard quality printer will suffice. But if you’re studying a course that requires high-quality image prints, like graphic design, you may need a printer with a higher DPI (dots per inch) rating.
5. Connectivity: Most modern printers offer Wi-Fi connectivity for wireless printing, which is very convenient in a dorm setting. Some printers also support direct mobile printing.
6. Cost of Consumables: Check the cost of replacement ink or toner cartridges and consider the printer’s page yield (how many pages it can print from a single cartridge). A printer might be cheap, but expensive cartridges can add up over time.
7. Paper Handling: Make sure the printer can handle the size and type of paper you typically use. Also, check the capacity of the paper tray if you plan to print large documents.
8. Multi-function: Many modern printers are multi-function or all-in-one, offering scanning and copying features in addition to printing. This could be handy for digitizing notes or making copies of important documents.
9. Noise Level: Some printers can be quite noisy, which might not be ideal in a shared living space. Look for a printer that is noted for being quiet if this is a concern.
10. Brand and Reviews: Consider the reputation of the brand and read customer reviews to get a sense of the product’s reliability and performance. Renowned printer brands include HP, Canon, Brother, and Epson.
11. Price: Set a budget for your printer purchase. Remember to factor in the ongoing costs of ink or toner and paper.
By considering these factors and understanding your specific printing needs, you can find the perfect printer for your dorm room. Happy shopping!
