Is the ink a good value or does it tend to be expensive?
1652300
I have printed less than fifty 8x10 and the black ink and the yellow ink were approaching warning levels. This is in about three months. I used the Ink Republic bulk ink system with my R-2400 for two years and loved it. I have switched to that system for the R-3000. The complete system costs less than half of the cost for replacing the Epson cartridges and lasts roughly 12-15 months at my print rate. Refill is a matter of squeezing ink from the large bottles into the smaller bottles that feed the cartridges.
1652301
The ink costs approximately twice what it does for the Epson Photo Stylus 2200 and doesn't seem to last as long. Also, I believe the 3000 is slower and mine hasn't been that reliable.
1652302
Ink is always relatively expensive. Especially the Ultrachrome inks. But if you are going to be using really good paper, like Hahnemühle fine art paper, you will want really good ink that lasts. The cartridges for the R3000 are larger than those for general purpose printers (like the Epson Artisan series). So you are getting more ink per cartridge. And, it pays to shop around. But fine art printing requires the highest quality paper and ink. That said, I wouldn't consider using this printer for printing anything other than high quality photographs. (I use a lesser printer for everything else.)
1652303
To me it really depends on how much printing you do. If you really don't do a lot of printing its not worth the cost. Also, the ink charging system drinks a lot of ink when the printer is left idol for extended periods of time. Yes the ink is very expensive( 8 cartridges at 28 - 32 dollars apiece) I would recommend the Artisan 50 or if you could locate the r2400. If you take good picture these printers will do the job.
1652304
Another tip which covers all printers using pigment ink comes from the ink supplier I mentioned in my previous post: when ever I remember or once a day, I pick up one end of the printer and give it a few gentle up and down shakes to stir up the pigments. I have had very few head clogs and was able to clear them up pretty fast. Also, keep a fee 377 batteries if using the refillables so when they stop registering so the printer recognizes them, a switch of the resetting circuit battery will do the trick. They cost less than two bucks each.
1652305
I would say very expensive especially when your R3000 heads clog from lack of use and getting it to work again is a real problem & sucks up the ink in head cleaning function. The windex treatment on the heads does do wonders if you ever have this problem. The photo black was the main culpret in my printer which seems to be a common problem with this machine around the country.
1652306
Ink is always relatively expensive. Especially the Ultrachrome inks. But if you are going to be using really good paper, like Hahnemhle fine art paper, you will want really good ink that lasts. The cartridges for the R3000 are larger than those for general purpose printers (like the Epson Artisan series). So you are getting more ink per cartridge. And, it pays to shop around. But fine art printing requires the highest quality paper and ink. That said, I wouldn't consider using this printer for printing anything other than high quality photographs. (I use a lesser printer for everything else.)
721330
Yes, they work nicely. I am pleased with the quality of the ink as well as it's longevity. In other words, the price is right for the product purchased.
793039
I generally use economy or normal every day printing with my HP ENVY 4502. I guess it depends on personal preference and what your ability is to budget ink.
506065
the ink is pretty good, dries reasonably quickly on typical copier paper. not quite as fast as you can write, but close. if your paper is slick, then the ink will tend to sit on top of it.
2056884
I bought this ink for my son as he is a tattoo artist. He says that it lays nice lines and has good color. He also says that he feels that it is quality ink at a reasonable price. Hope that helps!
2182084
Very favorably, Dave. It doesn't have noticeable bleed, unlike most ink jets, and is FAST. If price isn't an issue, laser will always win.
1292908
This is a color printer with very good registration. The Ink cartridges are expensive.
12442
you can get the ink for about $13-14.00... from what i have seen it is not much cheaper than that even if you buy a whole pack of the inks. I know costco has ink refilling service in my area, and am hoping they will make that available but only the 221 inks are, which cost about 8.00 for black and color inks. hope this helps :)
1840370
try 4inkjet.com they tend to have better rates on most ink...sometimes not but it's a good try.
862935
I haven't had any problems with ink quality. It is comparable to Epson ink.
2228456
If you are not sure you can always go to some of the online ink stores that sell them for half the price and are pretty good. I bought these at Amazon and never had a problem.
1784155
depends on your printer-- we took ours to Kinkos--plus save on the ink since we were running off quite a few for wedding programs
282923
Always save money? YES. I have been using remanu'd or third party ink for years, and never had a problem with any of them from different sellers. When you see someone complain about leaks, they are generally not careful. I handle it gently, and the printer works just fine. Yes, HP inks work always - but $20 vs $50 is why I don't always buy HP ink. I like it - but it is way overpriced.
2059509
I think they are good and will give you a nice variety of inks. I have enjoyed using them.
1584924
It's a difficult question to answer (and sorry it took so long to do so) because it really depends on usage. We use it in an office where it is used a lot and I think we get similar useage compared to our last low-priced laser printer. Haven't noticed much difference - though perhaps some. But I have to say that considering it's price and it's cartrige price, even if it has to be replace a little more often, it's worth it. It prints very nicely and takes up so little space. So we're happy with it.
910910
The point is: the cost of the ink will soon exceed the cost of the printer! They sell you the printer for cheap so they can soak you on the ink!
1445685
Value is relative to each person. I think that the printer that I have which is a multifunction Fax/Scan/Copier was a very good investment. I have the Canon PIXMA MX432. I love the fact that it is an Wireless Inkjet Office All-In-One, no more cords to the computer! I got mine last year on sale for 79.00 Here is the link to Canon's Website on this printer: http://www.usa.canon.com/cusa/consumer/products/printers_multifunction/office_all_in_one_inkjet_printers/pixma_mx432