The Best Printers of 2025

The printer market is all about smarter tech, lower running costs, and versatility. Whether you're working from home, managing a small business, or pursuing your photography passion, here's the top gear to know.

1. Epson EcoTank ET‑4850 – Best Overall Home Printer

This refillable ink tank all-in-one delivers outstanding performance across documents and photos. TechRadar’s exhaustive tests praised its affordability, speed, and stellar output quality, making it a top pick for home use.

2. Epson EcoTank Photo ET‑8500 – Best for Home Photo Printing

Lauded by RTINGS for its vibrant photo output and cost-efficient refillable system, this model is perfect for families or enthusiasts looking for quality without recurring cartridge costs.

3. Canon Colour image CLASS MF656Cdw – Best Upper Mid‑Range (Laser)

Ideal for heavy document printing, this laser all-in-one shines with sharp output and long-lasting performance. Canon's design minimizes maintenance and lowers operating costs.

4. Brother MFC‑J4335DW – Best Mid‑Range All‑In‑One

A solid all-in-one inkjet, offering balanced performance for moderate use. With impressive page yields and reliability, it's a great daily driver for most users.

5. Canon MAXIFY GX7150 – Best Value for High-Volume Users

Recently reviewed by IT Pro, this refillable, multifunction powerhouse comes with a high upfront cost but pays off quickly. Up to 6,000 mono and 14,000 colour pages included, with remarkably low costs per page.

6. Epson Eco Tank ET‑8550 – Best for Wide‑Format Photo Printing

TechRadar highlights this six-ink Eco Tank model for its vibrant, highly detailed A3+ photo prints. Though pricier, its cost savings on ink and exceptional quality make it a favourite among photo enthusiasts.

Handy Comparison Table

Use Case	Best Printer	Why It Stands Out
All-around home use	Epson EcoTank ET‑4850	Fast, accurate, and low running costs
Home photo printing	Epson EcoTank ET‑8500	Superb photo quality and affordable ink
Large print loads (documents)	Canon MF656Cdw	Sharp, durable, and cost-efficient
Balanced everyday use	Brother MFC‑J4335DW	Reliable with strong yield
High-volume printing	Canon MAXIFY GX7150	Huge ink capacity and minimal cost per page
Wide-format photo printing	Epson EcoTank ET‑8550	Amazing image fidelity and refillable ink