How to Buy Cheap Printer Ink -- Save Money On Printer Ink/Toner Cartridge Purchase

Ink is now often more expensive than the printer itself.

Printers are becoming increasingly inexpensive, with some even sometimes available free with rebate. Consequently, ink has become the major expense, leading many in search of sources for cheap printer ink, whether in toner or ink jet cartridges. Several avenues are available to pursue.

Instructions

1. Buy printer ink online instead of in a store. Online sources are cheaper because they do not pay the overhead a storefront location must pay. Plus, it is more convenient and economical to buy online, sparing you a trip, with the product shipped right to your door. Sometimes shipping is even free, particularly when you place a big order. Overall, shopping for printer ink online is a better all-around deal.

2. Buy high-quality, third-party-produced ink/toner cartridges instead of the name brand. Usually generic, refilled and refurbished ink/toner cartridges are much cheaper than the original manufacturer's product.

3. Buy printer ink in bulk to save money. If you are wondering how to use all that ink, there are two ways. You can refill your cartridges yourself or you can use the ink directly on printers with the help of certain devices. The Continuous Flow System (CFS) is a device which allows your printer to print directly from ink in a regular plastic bottle. However, CFS is only compatible with mainly Epson and certain Canon printers. CFS is available at inksupply.com (see Resources).

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure you buy only high-quality compatible ink/toner cartridges, since the low-quality variety can kill your printer.

• When you shop printer ink online, remember to use coupons and cashback rebates to save more.

• Low quality ink/toner cartridges will damage your printer.

References

• PC World: Where and How to Buy Cheap Ink

Resources

• 123 Inkjets
• 101inks
• InkSmile
• Inkgrabber
• All-Ink