how are the ink prices compared to other printers?
754406
Ink Price for brother printer is pretty less compared to other printers ink. Have many options online to buy Ink for brother printers.
754407
Genuine Brother cartridges are about the same as HP, maybe a few more printed pages. The second reason I went with Brother is their printers aren't as picky about using non genuine cartridges as my last HP, which didn't like genuine HP cartridges. I have bought some generic cartridges and in a few months I'll have a better answer.The printer it's self has been working Great!! Wifi works with all my devices! So far, so good!Update: The OEM cartridges last a long time, but I don't use the printer a whole lot. I finally installed some aftermarket cartridges (much cheaper off Ebay) and they have worked FINE and the printer still indicates ink level in the aftermarket cartridges. Great Printer-thanks Brother!! Genuine Brother cartridges are about the same as HP, maybe a few more printed pages. The second reason I went with Brother is their printers aren't as picky about using non genuine cartridges as my last HP, which didn't like genuine HP cartridges. I have bought some generic cartridges and in a few months I'll have a better answer.The printer it's self has been working Great!! Wifi works with all my devices! So far, so good!Update: The OEM cartridges last a long time, but I don't use the printer a whole lot. I finally installed some aftermarket cartridges (much cheaper off... » Read More Genuine Brother cartridges are about the same as HP, maybe a few more printed pages. The second reason I went with Brother is their printers aren't as picky about using non genuine cartridges as my last HP, which didn't like genuine HP cartridges. I have bought some generic cartridges and in a few months I'll have a better answer.The printer it's self has been working Great!! Wifi works with all my devices! So far, so good!Update: The OEM cartridges last a long time, but I don't use the printer a whole lot. I finally installed some aftermarket cartridges (much cheaper off Ebay) and they have worked FINE and the printer still indicates ink level in the aftermarket cartridges. Great Printer-thanks Brother!! « Show Less
754408
Genuine Brother cartridges are about the same as HP, maybe a few more printed pages. The second reason I went with Brother is their printers aren't as picky about using non genuine cartridges as my last HP, which didn't like genuine HP cartridges. I have bought some generic cartridges and in a few months I'll have a better answer. The printer it's self has been working Great!! Wifi works with all my devices! So far, so good! Update: The OEM cartridges last a long time, but I don't use the printer a whole lot. I finally installed some aftermarket cartridges (much cheaper off Ebay) and they have worked FINE and the printer still indicates ink level in the aftermarket cartridges. Great Printer-thanks Brother!!
1924663
I've had mine for almost three years and with the exception of changing ink cartridges frequently, have only good things to say about this printer. After market cartridges may be cheaper, but they don't last line Cannon cartridges.
2103698
I bought these back in 2012. Just used up the last of them. on my MX882. The price is much better than buying ink at the typical Staples or other retail shop. We've printed dozen of colored reports for school (two kids in high school) and dozens of pictures over the last few years. Occasional issue with ink on the fingers when installing a new cartridge but nothing that is a deal breaker. I'm about to order another 20 pack.
1343205
I use a Brother J825DW, a multifunction, wireless printer that is relatively cheap right here on Amazon. The quality, even when printing to discs, is exceptionally good. After using this printer at home for a few months, I replaced all the printers at work with the same model. Being able to replace each color ink cartridge individually was a huge, huge plus!
2280400
I brought this printer from Amazon at the lower price and it has been great. There should be no difference between the two, so why pay more. I am very happy with mine.
1785478
I last purchased 3 (32/32/33) at Sam's Club in 09/2012 for $69.75 but I print a lot of pictures using color so 05/2013 I purchased a 2-pac (32/33) on Amazon for $48. Those are the best prices I have found for my lexmark X5470 purchased in 12/2007. Also, did you know that you can have empty ink cartridges refilled for $10 at Walmart? The low ink warning will appear on those cartridges all the time but the printer still prints.
1652303
To me it really depends on how much printing you do. If you really don't do a lot of printing its not worth the cost. Also, the ink charging system drinks a lot of ink when the printer is left idol for extended periods of time. Yes the ink is very expensive( 8 cartridges at 28 - 32 dollars apiece) I would recommend the Artisan 50 or if you could locate the r2400. If you take good picture these printers will do the job.
1023607
We buy the offbrand cartridges and probably pay only about $10 a year for ink. I home school four children and print everyday, usually on fast draft, which uses very little ink. I love our older version/similar Brother printer. And I love not having to mess with Cartridge World. Amazon delivers cheap cartridges to my door.
400024
I have never had any kind of issues with the ink cartridges I purchase here. I love the prices!!! Definitely cannot beat them!!!
1039408
I buy mine online from www.inkjetsuperstore.com. Great service and prices. No issues to report.
1361924
I think it is about average in its use of ink. The cartridges are the cheapest I have ever bought - $15 for the HP brand.
167841
I got the printer in September, and I am still using the original cartridges. I have printed cards., momthly newsletters, and photos during this time.I am very pleased with ink, but not with the printer itself. I have had problems with paper jams.
1176705
No and no, the ink is ridiculously expensive and doesn't last as long as it should. Don't even get me started on the ink pads. Don't walk away from this printer..:run!
1840370
try 4inkjet.com they tend to have better rates on most ink...sometimes not but it's a good try.
2135925
Mine is very economical on ink. Not only that, but the 5 cartridge system is very efficient as well...with a combo cartridge you'd have to replace it any time you ran out of an individual color...run out of blue? replace the whole thing. run out of red? replace the whole thing. run out of yellow? replace the whole thing...with 5 cart. sys. you only replace the one that runs out. PLUS you can get ink cartridges for CHEAP on Ebay or Meritline.
1254574
yes, cartridges last longer than your regular ink printers that cost $30-$50 per cartridge.
1485365
Compared to other printers I have used, it is economical on ink. You can switch to a "black only" option to save on color use during black-and-white printing. The cartridges are inexpensive on eBay.