Curated Picks
Printers
Compare Amazon (New) vs eBay (Refurb/Used) using evergreen brand/model searches that stay current as listings refresh.
Recommended searches
These searches target printer types that stay relevant: monochrome laser (best value), color laser (office), ink tank (cheap per page), and shipping label printers. Amazon = new bundles, eBay = refurb steals.
Monochrome laser workhorses (Brother HL-L series)
For reliability + low running cost, mono laser is king.
- Fast + cheap per page
- Great for docs
- Duplex + Wi-Fi are the checkboxes
All-in-one monochrome laser (scan/copy built in)
If you need scanning but want laser reliability.
- Scanner/copier included
- Great home office staple
- Look for duplex + ADF
Color laser (HP / Brother / Canon office color)
For charts, labels, and color docs without ink drama.
- Cleaner than ink for office use
- Duplex saves paper
- Refurb color lasers can be a deal
Ink tank printers (Epson EcoTank / Canon MegaTank)
Best if you print a lot and want ultra-low ink cost.
- Very low cost per page
- Great for high volume
- Make sure you actually print regularly
Thermal shipping label printers (4x6)
For eBay/Gumroad/Etsy shipping—fast labels, no ink.
- No ink/toner needed
- Huge time saver
- Check label size + driver support
Supplies: toner/ink + paper + maintenance kits
Keep it running and avoid last-minute panic.
- Buy 1 spare toner/ink
- Paper bulk saves money
- Confirm exact model compatibility