Wireless capabilities bring a new level of convenience to printing. If you’re the type of person who finds wires and cables annoying, then it might be time to start looking at wireless machines!
When in the market to buy a wireless printer, it can be good to ask yourself a few questions to narrow down what will be the best wireless printer for you. Are you after a wireless printer that simple prints, or do you require a wireless printer scanner? Do you want an ink-based printer or a laser printer? If the latter, what elements would make a laser printer the best wireless laser printer for your needs? And so on.
Below we have selected a range of wireless printers, both ink and toner-based, to help you on your journey to find the best wireless printer for your needs.
HP DeskJet 3720
http://www8.hp.com/au/en/printers/product-details/8954258
This little all-in-one device allows you to print documents wirelessly from your smartphone, tablet or laptop, as well as having scanning and copying capabilities. The 3720 is the most affordable wireless printer on this list, at around $59 AUD. Weighing just 2.33kgs, and at 403mm wide, the 3720 is designed to take up minimal space on a desk or counter. While this machine has a low entry price point, the inkjet cartridges it requires are a little pricey, so keep this in mind when doing your research. The 3720’s printing speeds are a little slow too, with this machine printing black and white documents at speeds of up to 8 ppm, and colour at speeds of up to 5.5 ppm. If you wish to connect a computer to this device non-wirelessly, a USB cable can be purchased separately.
Pros:
– Affordable
– Compact and lightweight
Cons:
– Slow print speeds
– Cartridge prices can be expensive
Specifications:
Functions: Printing, Scanning, Copying
Warranty: 12 months limited warranty
Printing Technology: InkJet
Max Black and White Printing Speed: 8 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: 5.5 ppm
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 4800 x 1200
HP LaserJet Pro M15w
https://store.hp.com/us/en/pdp/hp-laserjet-pro-m15w-printer
The M15w is an entry-level wireless laser printer. This machine allows you to print and scan wirelessly from a smartphone or tablet, and is compatible with Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print. It can print black and white pages at speeds of up to 19 ppm, and is best for those looking to print no more than 1000 pages per month. It’s important to note that the M15w only handles one-sided black and white printing, so if you’re looking for automatic double-sided printing or colour prints, this isn’t the machine for you. The M15w is a compact laser printer, weighing just 3.8 kg, and with a width of just 346 mm. This printer automatically switches itself off when not in use, to save on power, and being a laser printer, can work out to be more cost-effective than it’s inkjet rivals. The M15w will cost you around $129 AUD.
Pros:
– Affordable for a laser printer
– Fast printing
Cons:
– No LCD screen
– No colour printing
Specifications:
Functions: Printing, Scanning
Warranty: 12 months limited warranty
Printing Technology: LaserJet
Max Black and White Printing Speed: 19 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: N/A
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 600 x 600
Brother HL-L8360CDW
https://www.brother.com.au/en/work/products/all-printers/printers/hl-l8360cdw-aus
The HL-L8360CDW is built for those with relatively-large printing demands (up to 5,555 sheets a month. As a laser, it uses toner, printing up to 6,500 pages on a single cartridge, which could save you big bucks in the long run. It allows for either wired or wireless connectivity, and can print pages fast, at speeds of up to 31 ppm for both black and white and colour. The HL-L8360CDW comes with the ability to hold up to 300 sheets, with the option to add additional trays to increase the paper input for those with high paper needs. It has a 6.8cm colour touchscreen for ease-of-use, is compatible with Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, and has a built in NFC reader which lets you touch your phone to the printer to print. The trade off is that it’s pretty big and bulky, weighing in at 21.9 kgs, and its price point means it’s not for those looking for an entry level machine. The HL-L8360CDW costs around $699 AUD.
Pros:
– Super-fast printing
– Can handle large print demands (up to 5,555 sheets per month)
Cons:
– Big and bulky
– No scanning capabilities
Specifications:
Functions: Printing
Warranty: 12 months return to base warranty
Printing Technology: Laser
Max Black and White Printing Speed: 31 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: 31 ppm
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 2400 x 600
HP OfficeJet 250
The OfficeJet 250 is a wireless, portable all-in-one machine, with the option of being either battery-operated or plugged in to the wall using an AC adapter. It uses HP Thermal Inkjet technology, and is able to print black and white pages at speeds of up to 10 ppm on AC (9 ppm on battery), and colour pages at speeds up to 7 ppm on AC (6 ppm on battery). The OfficeJet 250 weighs 3.06 kgs with the battery attached, making it easy to carry and use as a portable printer. With wireless capabilities, this machine lets you print via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth from your smartphone, tablet or computer, and has a recommended monthly volume of 100 to 300 pages. The OfficeJet 250 has a 2.65” display screen, is compatible with Apple AirPrint and Google Cloud Print, and will cost you around $449 AUD
Pros:
– Lightweight and portable
– Has options for battery operation or AC adapter
Cons:
– Not the cheapest printer
– Slow printing speeds
Specifications:
Functions: Printing, Scanning, Copying
Warranty: 12 months limited warranty
Printing Technology: InkJet
Max Black and White Printing Speed: 10 ppm on AC (9 ppm on battery)
Max Colour Printing Speed: 7 ppm on AC (6 ppm on battery)
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 4800 x 1200
Brother MFC-J1300DW
https://www.brother.com.au/en/home/all-printers/printers/mfc-j1300dw
The MFC-J1300DW is an InkJet printer that also offers copying, scanning and faxing capabilities. The machine comes with up to 1 year of inks, straight out of the box, and is fitted with INKvestment Ink Tanks. The MFC-J1300DW has a built-in NFC reader, and is equipped with both wireless and WiFi Direct features. This device can print black and white pages at speeds of up to 12 ppm, colour at speeds of up to 10 ppm, and has automatic 2-sided printing. At 8.8 kgs, it’s one of the bulkier printers on this list. The MFC-J1300DW has a 6.8cm colour LCD touchscreen, and can print up to 1200 x 6000 DPI. This printer will cost you around $329 AUD.
Pros:
– Includes up to 1 year of ink
– Has lots of functions
Cons:
– A bit bulky
– You’re paying for functions you might not use (like faxing). If you want a similar printer without faxing and NFC check out the less-expensive Brother DCP-J1100DW
Specifications:
Functions: Printing, Scanning, Copying, Faxing, Photos
Warranty: 12 months return to base warranty
Printing Technology: InkJet
Max Black and White Printing Speed: 12 ppm
Max Colour Printing Speed: 10 ppm
Print Resolution (DPI x DPI): Up to 1200 x 600