Printer Running Costs
Printers calculator
Compare printers by cost per printed page
Low purchase prices can hide expensive ink. This calculator shows the full cost over three years.
Epson
Epson EcoTank ET-2850
- Purchase price
- Running cost
- 3-year total
- Cost per page
More expensive upfront, but excellent when page volume is steady.
HP-style
Budget Inkjet Printer
- Purchase price
- Running cost
- 3-year total
- Cost per page
Cheap to buy, expensive to keep fed with cartridges.
Canon
Canon MegaTank G3570
- Purchase price
- Running cost
- 3-year total
- Cost per page
Strong long-term value for mixed home and office printing.
Comparison
Printer Running Cost Comparison
| Metric | Epson EcoTank ET-2850 | Budget Inkjet Printer | Canon MegaTank G3570 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purchase price | £229 | £45 | £179 |
| Annual running cost | £14 | £178 | £17 |
| Ownership cost | £270 | £578 | £229 |
| Cost per use | £0.06 | £0.13 | £0.05 |
| Value note | More expensive upfront, but excellent when page volume is steady. | Cheap to buy, expensive to keep fed with cartridges. | Strong long-term value for mixed home and office printing. |