Model: PJ823
from $499
The Brother PocketJet PJ-823 is a compact, mobile thermal monochrome printer designed for on-the-go professionals. Weighing just 0.9 lb, this printer delivers crisp 300 x 300 dpi resolution at speeds up to 13.5 ppm, utilizing direct thermal technology for efficient printing of sheets. With USB-C 2.0 connectivity and broad OS compatibility including Windows, Linux, Android, and iOS, it's an ideal solution for printing documents directly from your computer or mobile device wherever your work takes you.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink. Available from $499.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
Common Failure Modes
Inkjet printers almost always fail due to dried and clogged printheads from infrequent use. Laser printers are much more robust but may eventually require fuser or drum replacements after thousands of pages.
Buy a laser printer unless you regularly print high-quality glossy photos. For high-volume color, consider an ink-tank printer (Megatank/Ecotank) instead of traditional cartridge models to save hundreds on ink.
Printers suffer from mechanical wear on gears and rollers. Cheaper inkjets may last a few years, while robust laser printers can last over a decade.
The Brother PocketJet PJ-823 300 dpi Mobile Thermal Monochrome Printer with USB-C is available at bhphoto, starting at $499.
Inkjet printers have a razor-and-blades model: cheap upfront, but exorbitant ink costs. Laser printers cost more upfront but have a vastly superior and cheaper cost of ownership over their lifespan.
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