6 best printers for students

There’s nothing worse than queuing for the library printer when you’re hungover and on a deadline.

Skip the crowds and save your cash – and time – by investing in a printer of your own.

1. Canon Pixma MG5750

A great all-in-one, the Canon Pixma prints, scans and copies. It’s particularly useful for printing photos as its five colour printing ensures high quality. You can print directly onto CDs and DVDs and can even print wirelessly directly from your mobile. It’s the most expensive on the list but if you want a printer with all the bells and whistles, this is the most reasonably priced.

2. Epson Expression Home XP-235

Even though this is a small printer, don’t be fooled by its size; it can still scan and copy and has a wireless and USB connection. Barely bigger than a piece of A4, its print speed is a little slow, however the quality is still good and it’ll probably fit perfectly on your desk in halls.

3. Canon i-SENSYS LBP6230dw

For crisp, sharp prints, this Canon laser printer is a good choice. It can print up to 20 pages per minute at a cost of around three pence per page – cheaper than printing in the library or IT suite. This would suit you if you’re just about to start work on the dreaded dissertation.

4. HP Envy 4522

Similarly to the Canon Pixma, you can print directly from your mobile with this one, so if you’re on a tight deadline or are someone who lives on your phone, this is a good, cheaper alternative. It also has a LCD display screen which is easier to navigate through than buttons.

5. Brother HL-L2340 DW

If you want a printer that doesn’t waste electricity, this Brother quickly falls into sleep mode after printing and consumes just one watt of energy whilst on standby. It can print photographs and works at a rapid average of 23 pages per minute.

6. HP DeskJet 3630

If you’re a bit of a technophobe and have had trouble with printers in the past, this one is a great choice. It has a quick and simple set up and even an LCD screen. The print quality is high, although a little slow, but for the price it’s a great starter printer.