Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to choose a printer: what today's catalog shows
Type, specs and today's price.
Not sure which printer to buy?
See the guideStep 1 of 2
First, the type
Each type has its own price range.
Each type of printer costs something different, so we only compare within the same type.
| Type | Models today | Median price | Cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laser | 8 | $250 | HP LaserJet MFP M139w Wireless All-in-One Laser Printer, $150 |
| Inkjet | 23 | $150 | HP DeskJet 2955 All-in-One Printer, $50 |
Step 2 of 2
Finally, today's price
Compare with similar items, not with just any.
Today there are 31 printers in the catalog, with a median price of $195, read on 06/11/2026. The chart on the main page shows each printer by price and how far it is below its own normal price.
Today's cheapest:
What the catalog shows
- 31printers in the catalog
- 06/11date of the prices
Choosing a printer starts with the type; the price is compared with similar items. Catalog of 06/11/2026: 31 printers, median price $195.
The best by price range
Next step
See the printers that fit your criteria
Each point is a new printer, by price and spec score.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a printer cost today?
Read on 06/11/2026, there are 31 printers, with a median of $195; the cheapest costs $50. It is the catalog product price.
How do I know if a printer price is good?
Compare it with printers of the same type: the chart on the main page shows how far each printer is below its own normal price.
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Where the numbers come from
The guide only states what the day's catalog shows: each number comes from the reading on 06/11/2026, and the median is for printers with the data.
The guide helps you decide and doesn’t recommend a printer for you: the final price is the one at the store, and the spec score doesn’t measure print quality or running cost or durability.
Data from Nov 6, 2026.