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. |