At London Printer Repairs, we often get asked by our customers whether having printer toner ink cartridges refilled is a good idea. While some users may do this without issues, we have found that it often proves to be a false economy. We are regularly called out to fix printers that have problems caused by poor-quality remanufactured or refilled toners.
If you are considering going down this route, we advise buying high-quality new compatible toners or ink cartridges instead. These can save you a considerable amount of money compared to original manufacturer (OEM) toners but without the hassle and risk of refills. Buying cheap toners from auction sites can also be problematic, as getting a return or your money back can be very difficult. Often, the seller provides no guarantee or is no longer listed.
We supply a large number of compatible and OEM toners, and through experience, we have a good idea of which toners work best for each high-quality printer. Certain brands may work well for one machine and not for others, but once you have a cartridge that works for your machine, you can start to save on every print.
Verdict
- Refills: We do not recommend these, especially for colour laserjet printers.
- Compatibles: Good value, depending on the brand.
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