Ink Tank Printers

Choosing an Ink Tank Printer in Kenya

Ink-tank printers use refillable ink reservoirs instead of small disposable cartridges. They are designed for users who print regularly and want to reduce the cost of producing each page.

They are popular with students, teachers, cyber cafés, home offices, small businesses and organisations that require frequent black-and-white and colour printing.

Leading ink-tank printer ranges include:

  • HP Smart Tank
  • Epson EcoTank
  • Canon PIXMA MegaTank
  • Brother InkBenefit Tank

When comparing ink-tank printers in Kenya, check:

  • Black and colour page yield
  • Replacement ink-bottle cost
  • Print, scan and copy functions
  • Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi Direct
  • USB and Ethernet
  • Print speed
  • Automatic duplex printing
  • Automatic document feeder
  • Fax support
  • Borderless printing
  • Maximum paper size
  • Paper capacity
  • Printhead replacement requirements
  • Included ink
  • Warranty

Why Choose an Ink Tank Printer?

The main advantage of an ink-tank printer is its lower cost per page compared with many traditional cartridge printers.

Ink bottles hold substantially more ink than standard cartridges. This can reduce interruptions and make the printer more practical for assignments, reports, invoices, forms and regular colour documents.

HP describes its Smart Tank range as cartridge-free, refillable printers intended for high-volume printing. Epson similarly positions EcoTank printers for lower-cost printing with refillable tanks and fewer interruptions.

The initial printer price is only part of the cost. Buyers should compare:

  • Cost of a complete ink-bottle set
  • Yield of each bottle
  • Printhead costs
  • Maintenance-box requirements
  • Availability of genuine ink
  • Frequency of use

Ink Tank Printers for Students and Homes

A basic three-in-one model can provide:

  • Colour printing
  • Black-and-white printing
  • Scanning
  • Copying
  • USB connectivity

The Epson EcoTank L3210 is designed for families and students who need printing, scanning and copying at home.

Wireless models such as the Epson L3250, HP Smart Tank 580, Canon PIXMA G3430 and Brother DCP-T420W are more convenient for homes with several phones and laptops.

Epson identifies the L3250 as a home printer with printing, scanning, copying and Wi-Fi Direct.

Ink Tank Printers for Offices

Businesses should consider models with:

  • Automatic document feeder
  • Ethernet networking
  • Fax
  • Automatic duplex printing
  • Larger paper trays
  • Faster print speeds
  • Higher recommended print volumes

The Epson EcoTank L5290 combines ink-tank printing with scanning, copying, faxing, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet and an automatic document feeder.

Not every ink-tank printer includes these features. Entry-level models may require manual double-sided printing and individual placement of documents on the scanner glass.

Ink Tank Printer Prices in Kenya

Ink-tank printer modelApproximate price range
Epson EcoTank L3210KSh 21,000–KSh 25,000
HP Smart Tank 580KSh 20,000–KSh 27,000
Epson EcoTank L3250KSh 23,000–KSh 28,000
Canon PIXMA G3430KSh 25,000–KSh 31,000
Brother DCP-T420WKSh 26,000–KSh 38,000
Canon PIXMA G4470KSh 38,000–KSh 47,000
HP Smart Tank 750KSh 42,000–KSh 52,000
Epson EcoTank L5290KSh 50,000–KSh 58,000
Epson EcoTank L8050KSh 55,000–KSh 70,000
Epson EcoTank L15150 A3KSh 125,000–KSh 155,000

Ink-tank printer prices vary according to print speed, paper size, wireless support, duplex printing, document feeder, fax capability and included ink.

Before purchasing, confirm whether the listed price includes:

  • Full ink bottles or starter ink
  • Printheads
  • Power and USB cables
  • Installation
  • Warranty
  • Delivery
  • After-sales support

Browse available ink-tank printers above to compare HP Smart Tank, Epson EcoTank, Canon MegaTank and Brother refillable printers in Kenya.

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  • Brother DCP-T420W

    Brother DCP-T420W

    KSh26,499.00

    Refillable ink tank inkjet; Print, scan, copy; colour output; USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Wireless Direct; up to A4. Designed for home and small-office wireless colour printing.

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  • Canon PIXMA G3430

    Canon PIXMA G3430

    KSh22,000.00

    Refillable MegaTank inkjet; Print, scan, copy; colour output; USB 2.0, Wi-Fi; up to A4. Designed for wireless home, student and small-office colour printing.

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  • Epson EcoTank L3210

    Epson EcoTank L3210

    KSh23,000.00

    Refillable ink tank inkjet; Print, scan, copy; colour output; USB 2.0; up to A4. Designed for cost-conscious home, school and small-office printing.

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  • Epson EcoTank L3250

    Epson EcoTank L3250

    KSh25,999.00

    Refillable ink tank inkjet; Print, scan, copy; colour output; USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct; up to A4. Designed for wireless home and small-office colour printing.

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  • Epson EcoTank L5290 ADF

    Epson EcoTank L5290 ADF

    KSh55,899.00

    Refillable ink tank inkjet; Print, scan, copy, fax; colour output; USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct, Ethernet; up to A4/Legal. Designed for busy small offices needing ADF, fax and network printing.

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  • HP Smart Tank 580

    HP Smart Tank 580

    KSh24,999.00

    Refillable ink tank inkjet; Print, scan, copy; colour output; USB 2.0, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct; up to A4. Designed for high-volume home and small-office colour printing.

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